Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Hello! My name is Zian Perez. I offer therapy services at our Harvard Square, MA clinic!

I am a recent graduate of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at William James College, where I completed a concentration in African and Caribbean Mental Health. My clinical interests center on supporting individuals across the lifespan—with a particular passion for working alongside members of the African and Latinx diaspora and the LGBTQIA+ community. My approach is collaborative, warm, culturally responsive, and grounded in social justice. I aim to create a space where clients feel seen, affirmed, and empowered to explore their stories at their own pace.

I aim to offer a space grounded in cultural humility, compassion, and collaboration to identify your strengths, set clear goals, and create actionable steps. My clinical approach integrates several evidence-based modalities of a trauma-informed lens and integrates aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

I am here to understand your experiences, honor your identity, and walk with you through whatever challenges you’re facing. Whether you’re navigating transitions, seeking healing, or working to understand yourself better, I’m here to meet you exactly where you are. My commitment is to help you feel safe, supported, and valued.