Culturally-Responsive Care

Respectful Therapy for All

Compassionate mental health support that honors your identity, culture, and unique journey. You deserve care that truly understands you.

TherapaJi: In Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, "Ji" means honored and respected. Because every person deserves therapy that honors who they are.

English ਪੰਜਾਬੀ Punjabi हिन्दी Hindi اردو Urdu

Licensed Professional

LPC, Illinois

4 Languages

Multilingual Care

All Welcome

Inclusive Practice

EPP Counseling

Supervised Practice

Compassionate Care Rooted in Cultural Understanding

Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern specializing in South Asian mental health

I'm Amar Banga, and I understand what it's like to navigate multiple cultural identities. As a bilingual mental health professional, I provide therapy that honors your full experience—your cultural background, family dynamics, language, and unique challenges.

My approach combines evidence-based therapeutic techniques with genuine cultural competency. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, family expectations, or life transitions, I'm here to support your journey toward healing and growth.

All communities are welcome here.

How I Can Help

Evidence-based therapy tailored to your unique needs

Anxiety & Depression

  • Generalized anxiety disorder
  • Social anxiety & panic attacks
  • Depression & mood disorders
  • Stress management

Cultural Identity

  • First-generation challenges
  • Bicultural identity exploration
  • Family & cultural conflicts
  • Acculturation stress

Life Transitions

  • Career changes
  • Relationship transitions
  • Major life decisions
  • Personal growth

Relationships & Family

  • Family dynamics
  • Communication skills
  • Boundary setting
  • Intergenerational patterns

ADHD & Focus

  • ADHD management
  • Executive function support
  • Productivity strategies
  • Emotional regulation

Trauma & Healing

  • Trauma-informed care
  • PTSD support
  • Grief & loss
  • Healing journey support

Client Experiences

Hear from those who've begun their healing journey

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Finding a therapist who understands both my culture and my struggles made all the difference. I finally feel heard and supported in a way that honors who I am.

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Sarah M.

Anxiety & Cultural Identity

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Being able to speak in Punjabi during therapy helped me express feelings I couldn't find words for in English. It's made a huge difference in my healing.

R

Rajveer K.

Life Transitions

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Amar helped me navigate family expectations while staying true to myself. The cultural understanding combined with professional expertise was exactly what I needed.

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Priya J.

Family Dynamics

Common Questions

Everything you need to know about starting therapy

Yes! I provide therapy services in English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu. This allows clients to express themselves in the language they're most comfortable with, which can be especially important when processing deep emotions or cultural experiences.
No—all communities are welcome. While I specialize in South Asian mental health and understand unique cultural challenges, I serve clients of all backgrounds with culturally-responsive care.
Cost varies by session type and insurance coverage. EPP Counseling accepts many insurance plans. Contact us at 224-678-9180 for specific pricing and insurance details.
Yes! I offer both telehealth (online) and in-person sessions. Online therapy provides the same clinical quality with added convenience. Many clients prefer the comfort of their own space.
Your first session is about getting to know each other. We'll discuss what brings you in, your goals, and answer any questions. There's no pressure to dive into deep issues immediately—we build trust first.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Illinois, working as a Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern under the supervision of Dr. Cathryn Perfetti, PhD, LCPC. I'm working toward full licensure (LCPC).

If You're in Crisis

If you're experiencing a mental health emergency, immediate help is available 24/7:

988 Lifeline

Call 988

Suicide & Crisis Support

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741

24/7 Text Support

Emergency

Call 911

Life-Threatening Emergency

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EPP Counseling • 265 Stonegate Rd, Suite 102 • Algonquin, IL 60102

Serving: Algonquin, South Elgin, Lake in the Hills, Elgin & surrounding areas