Robisa Babaei

Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern

Robisa Babaei is a Clinical Mental Health Counseling intern at the Center for Empowering Refugees and Immigrants (CERI). She is currently pursuing her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at The Chicago School and holds a previous master's degree in Counseling and Guidance.

As an immigrant herself, Robisa understands that adjusting to a new culture, navigating life changes, and finding a sense of belonging can come with both challenges and opportunities for growth. She is passionate about supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and believes that understanding a person's emotional well-being also means recognizing the cultural, social, and relational experiences that shape their lives.

Robisa approaches counseling with warmth, empathy, curiosity, and cultural humility. She values creating a welcoming, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where people feel comfortable sharing their stories and exploring their emotions at their own pace. She believes that everyone brings unique strengths and experiences to the counseling process, and she strives to help clients build self-awareness, recognize their resilience, and find meaningful ways to move forward.

Robisa speaks English and Farsi (Persian).

Email: Robisa.Babaei@cerieastbay.org