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Hello, I am a licensed clinical social worker in CA. My experience includes working with persons who have presented with anxiety, life transitions, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma. As a biracial therapist of African-American and Japanese ancestry, I also strive to bring increased insight and understanding to those addressing issues related to (bi)racial identity, race, and culture.
My approach
My approach to treatment is strength-based, which, as the term suggests, focuses on an individual's strengths, abilities, and capabilities. Together, we explore the circumstances or events, past or present, that have been impactful, significant, and distressing. We then work collaboratively to establish goals for treatment and a pathway to move forward.
My focus
I work with individuals on issues including anxiety, coping skills, cultural stress, depression, job stress, life transitions, racial identity, self-esteem, divorce, grief, relationship issues, and stress.
My communication style
Self-expression is the foundation for my work with clients—that is, proceeding with dedication, humility, and compassion. Our work can include examining our thoughts, challenging ideas, increasing coping skills, and harnessing internal and external resources—for example, resilience, creativity, humor, courage, our support group, any faith/spiritual beliefs, etc.
My journey to mental healthcare
I hold a Doctor of Philosophy in Marital and Family Therapy. I obtained my clinical hours for licensure in 1994 through my work with the LAUSD School of Mental Health.
My goals for you
My goal is to help you embrace your own creative pursuits and capacity for self-expression, which I believe is beneficial and therapeutic for everyone. I aim to bring increased insight and understanding, especially to those addressing issues related to racial identity, race, and culture.
