Hi, I'm Nhu (she/they)—
Like many people of color with ADHD, I learned I had it much later in life, in my late 20s. From there, I embarked on a journey to understand the ways neurodivergence, and its intersection with race, gender, sexuality, and other identities we hold, dramatically shapes how we move through work, school, relationships, and daily life. This lived experience informs my clinical practice, where I support clients as they make sense of their own experiences, identify what they need, and build practical strategies that better their lives—not by working against their neurodivergence, but with it.
If you're questioning your neurodivergence or navigating ADHD, autism, and the exhaustion of chronic masking—along with the ways your race, gender, sexuality, and other identities shape your experiences—therapy can be a space to better understand yourself, build practical tools, and create a personal and professional life that feels more sustainable and fulfilling.
Professional and Clinical Experience
Like many neurodivergent people, I've found that following my curiosity has shaped a non-linear career path. After earning a B.S. in Computer Science from Columbia University, I worked as a software engineer across startups and large tech companies before pursuing clinical training as a therapist. My background in technology continues to inform my work, bringing a thoughtful, structured, and goal-oriented approach while giving me firsthand insight into the pressures, challenges, and high expectations many professionals face.
I later earned a Master of Clinical Social Work (MSW) from the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College and completed specialized training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) through the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT). I am currently beginning training for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, and my practice also draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), parts work, and mindfulness-based approaches, tailoring treatment to each client's unique needs and goals.
I have experience working in various non-profit and community-based settings, including the Asiyah Women's Center, where I provided individual therapy for neurodivergent women of color navigating later-in-life ADHD and autism diagnosis (including executive functioning and relational challenges), intergenerational trauma, and the pressures of competitive professional environments across tech, finance, and media. My graduate research focused on identifying how to support the unique needs of neurodivergent adults, including ADHDers of color, in workplace settings.
My clinical focus surrounds supporting Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, Asian Americans (East Asian, South Asian, and Southeast Asian), neurodivergent individuals (ADHD, Autism, and AuDHD), and those experiencing chronic anxiety and stress, masking burnout, and complex trauma (including cPTSD).