Individual Therapy

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My clients tend to be Asian and Asian Americans professionals, creatives, activists who despite being "highly functioning" have an internal world that is haunted by the past and present. They often feel unsatisfied, burdened, insecure, resentful, angry and, at times, overcome with emotions. And, they are committed to healing, exploration, and growth.

• Relationship difficulties
• Navigating family dynamics
• Depression and anxiety symptoms
• Questions of identity
• Being Asian in dominant white, Eurocentric world
• Shame
• Anger and rage
• Childhood neglect and trauma
• Life transitions

In our sessions, I pay close attention to what you share and how you share. It's not just who you are but what has happened to you, in what context, and what meaning you derive from it. I ask questions. I facilitate a process of intellectual, emotional, somatic (body) inquiry into yourself to help promote reflection, healing, and growth.  

My style is warm, curious, engaged, and collaborative. You will feel both supported by me and, at times, a little challenged by me.  

I find that regular meetings with clients is most useful. I see clients weekly at a set time for a 50 minute appointment.  

• You live somewhere that doesn’t have many options for culturally informed therapists
• You travel a lot and not able to make consistent appointments in person
• You live or are in a small “community” and would like a therapist from outside the “community” 
• Online feels a bit safer to you at this time

Studies suggest that online therapy is just as effective as in person therapy but online therapy is still in its infancy. 

There are circumstances and conditions in which we would not recommend online therapy. We can discuss your particular situation in a phone consultation. 

Similar to an in person therapy session, we schedule a 50 min appointment at a set time and use encrypted video technology to communicate.  

Due to state regulations, I am only able to offer online therapy for those who reside in California and Oregon.

• Stable internet connection 
• A computer, tablet or smart phone with video capabilities
• A private space where you can talk comfortably and without interruptions