Anu Nagaraj, LMFT, has been fortunate to support children, adolescents, and adults in various milieu and systems and with a variety of issues. As an undergraduate at UC San Diego, she studied political science and education, mentored at-risk youth and was part of the Big Sister League of San Diego, worked as a Montessori day teacher, and volunteered at after school intervention programs. After earning her graduate degree through Santa Clara University, she became a LMFT and continued working with youth and families part of the foster care system and transitional age youth at risk of homelessness. At Little Otter, Anu strives to help children, adolescents, and families thrive. At Little Otter, Anu strives to help children, adolescents, and families thrive. Anu deeply believes all people need a safe space to feel supported, heard, and seen. Anu creates a welcoming environment for children, adolescents, and adults to safely engage in the therapeutic process where they can learn and grow with guidance. Anu builds honest and open therapeutic relationships with each child and adult through compassion, curiosity, reflection, and understanding. Outside of work, Anu enjoys spending time in nature and hiking, being with family and friends, writing, reading, and watching stand up comedy.