True Thao is the founder and principal therapist of True Thao Counseling Services. He is a well-respected and experienced clinician in the Twin Cities with thirty-one years of clinical experience. Through his work in the mental health field, he has primarily focused on treating clients with anxiety, depression and trauma and is trained in trauma-focused evidence-based modalities. He has also worked with a range of clients from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds but specializes on Hmong refugees. Outside of True Thao Counseling Services, True is a consultant and trainer within the Twin Cities. Over the last twenty-six years, he has provided training and consultation on cross-cultural mental health to other mental health providers, the court system, companies in the private sector, managed-care organizations, specialty groups, and community members. He has received many awards for his leadership and services to the community.