

Ashwin Karingada, M.Ed.
(she/her/hers)
Licensed Professional Counselor
Click here to make an appointment with Ashwin
Ashwin@forSelfActualization.com
708-529-1161
Accepting New Clients
Provides therapy in English or Malayalam
Daytime, Evening Availability & Video Counseling
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Sliding Scale: starting at $75 per session
Accepted Insurance Plans
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield PPO
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Blue Advantage Preferred
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Blue Choice PPO
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Blue Choice OPT
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Traditional Blue
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Basic Blue
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All other policies we will bill Out of Network
I believe therapy should be a place where you feel genuinely heard and understood—and where you walk away with tools you can use in your everyday life. My goal is to provide a supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can make sense of what you’re experiencing, and begin moving toward meaningful change.
I view therapy as a collaborative process. Rather than telling you what you “should” do, I work alongside you to better understand your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, relationships, and experiences. Together, we build practical coping skills, and work toward greater life satisfaction and overall well-being. I integrate approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and person-centered therapy, tailoring treatment to each client's individual needs and goals.
I believe every person has a unique story, and that the experiences we have—including our relationships, culture, race, and intergenerational trauma—can shape how we understand ourselves and navigate the world. For this reason, I take a person-centered and culturally responsive approach to therapy. I strive to understand the whole person sitting in front of me rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.
I look forward to creating a therapeutic relationship where you feel supported, respected, and empowered throughout your journey.
Top Specialties
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Anxiety
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Relationship Issues
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Self Esteem
Expertise
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Codependcy
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Coping Skills
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Depression
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Divorce
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Emotional Disturbance
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Family Conflict
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Infidenlity
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Life Coaching
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Life Transitions
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Marital and Premarital
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Mood Disorders
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Parenting
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Peer Relationships
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Pregnancy/Prenatal/Postpartum
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School IssuesSelf Harming
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Sleep or Insomnia
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Spirituality
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Stress
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Suicidal Ideation
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Thinking Disorders
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Women's Issues
Client Focus Age
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Child (6-10)
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Preteens
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Teens
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Adults
Participants
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Individuals
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Couples
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Family
Types of Therapy
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
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Interpersonal
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Person-Centered
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Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)