A safe place for individuals and families to find healing, growth, and compassionate care. We are dedicated to guiding you through life’s transitions with empathy and evidence-based support.
B.I.G Counseling was founded with a singular, unwavering purpose: to provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
Led by Marita Kershaw, LCSW, CEO and Clinical Director, our practice was built on the core pillars of compassion, collaboration, and growth. We recognized a profound need for therapy that doesn’t just treat symptoms, but honors the whole person and their unique journey.
"Healing is not a destination, but a collaborative journey. We created B.I.G Counseling to be the safe harbor where that journey can truly begin."
As the visionary behind B.I.G Counseling, Marita Kershaw brings decades of clinical expertise and a profound commitment to increasing mental health access across communities.
Her leadership is defined by a deep understanding that quality care must be tailored to the unique needs of every client. Under her guidance, the practice has expanded to serve multiple states, ensuring that compassionate, professional support is never out of reach.
Building Individuals Gradually (B.I.G) Counseling Services is dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where profound change happens at a pace that feels right for you. We believe that true healing is a journey, not a race.
To provide accessible, compassionate, and evidence-based mental health care that empowers individuals and families to navigate life's challenges and achieve lasting emotional wellness.
To be a leading beacon of hope and healing, creating a world where mental health support is universally accessible by anyone & everyone, deeply respected, and free from stigma.
We are guided by unwavering principles: Compassion in every interaction, Collaboration in the healing process, continuous Growth, profound Inclusivity, and unbreakable Trust.
We understand that emotional stress, uncertainty, and life transitions affect everyone differently. Our practice provides individualized support tailored to your unique journey.
Personalized support for stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Guidance to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, & deepen connection.
Collaborative therapy to resolve conflict and improve family dynamics.
Compassionate counselling for immigration challenges and cultural adjustment.
Quality mental health care shouldn’t be limited by geography. B.I.G Counseling maintains active clinical licensure to provide seamless, professional support across multiple regions.
We partner with major insurance providers to ensure our services remain accessible and affordable for the communities we serve.
We understand that immigration journeys can be profoundly overwhelming, emotionally taxing, and filled with uncertainty. Our practice offers a calm, reassuring, and credible environment where your story is heard and honored.
Navigating the emotional toll of the immigration journey with empathy and cultural understanding.
Developing coping strategies to manage uncertainty, stress, and the challenges of cultural adjustment.
Providing thorough, professional and expert psychological evaluations to support immigration cases.
Working seamlessly with immigration attorneys to provide comprehensive, credible documentation.
Healing happens in connection. Our team of compassionate, highly skilled professionals is dedicated to walking alongside you. We believe the therapeutic relationship is paramount, which is why we emphasize matching every client with the right therapist.
A highly skilled team representing diverse backgrounds, ensuring culturally competent care
Spanish-speaking therapists available to provide care in your preferred language.
A safe, welcoming environment where you can explore your feelings without fear.
Compassionate counselling for immigration challenges and cultural adjustment.
Take the first step today. We are here to support you, gradually and compassionately, every step of the way.
