Therapeutic Approach

There is no “one-size-fits-all” to therapy. I believe the most crucial part of healing work comes from a place of compassion and trust within the therapeutic relationship. My approach is of Humanistic-Experiential orientation grounded within a social justice lens. I focus on the authentic, here-in-now interactions and can address my individual clients, with all the intersectional identities they hold. I am nurturing and open, and usually step back in order for you to set the pace on your healing journey. I respect and acknowledge you wanting to dive into your own work and try not to impose on my own agenda in session.

As a family therapist, we will work together in assessing toxic and relational behaviors, alongside your family of origin narrative which influences how you show up with loved ones in your life. During our initial session, we will most likely be creating a family genogram, or an ‘active family tree’ giving us insight on patterns that were passed down from generation to generation. Throughout therapy, we will continue to bring these important figures in the room (spiritually, sometimes, physically) to process narratives of trauma and also, resiliency.

Education

I hold an M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Argosy University-Hawaii where my speciality focuses on working alongside victims, survivors, thrivers of sexual assault. I have years of experience working with Asian/Asian Pacific Islander community providing case management and prevention work in both Hawaii and Washington State.

Certifications and trainings:

-Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

-WCSAP Sexual Assault Advocate/Therapist Training

-EMDR Clinician

-Somatic Abolitionism (Resmaa Menakem).