Meet Our Therapists

Advanced Corporate Coaching Program (CCU)
Business Coaching Essentials Certificate (CCU)
Registered Psychologist License (Alberta, Canada)
Master of Science, Marriage & Family Therapy (Loma Linda University)
Graduate Certificate, Family Life Education (Loma Linda University)
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology (University of Alberta)

I started Adaptable Human Solutions with an ambition to provide a space for both individuals and organizations to imagine and create new possibilities. A place where new ideas emerge, transformation occurs, and synergy is found within and between individuals and teams.

I am a firm believer that work should be more than a means to an end and is one more place that we can live out our purpose and experience with great meaning in our lives. With a vision of seeing others step more fully into their places of highest contribution, I blend my background as a Canadian psychologist, business leader and consultant to catalyze change.

Little thrills me more, professionally and personally, than having the privilege of seeing people more fully step into the lives they believe they were meant to live, embracing their passion and purpose. When I am privileged to be alongside them in their journey as leaders, entrepreneurs, or individuals, hearing of the joy this brings them and viewing the upward cycle of their development and contributions to their organizations is an amazing experience.

As a psychologist turned entrepreneur/business coach/consultant, I am passionate about merging all kinds of development models for unique and best outcomes. As conversations are facilitated and new thought processes are triggered, possibilities are expanded and in this space, new ideas, projects and businesses are born. My personal journey has transformed into one of supporting other entrepreneurs, start-ups, and leaders of larger business in process alignment as well as personal alignment.

If I had to sum up my coaching/consulting in one word, it would be “alignment” as it is often about aligning processes, people, and programs to experience and deliver the greatest value. Whether I am actively coaching, coming from a place of leading my organization, or just living in my community this is likely one of my own highest places of contribution and truly a place of meaning for me.

Leadership Coaching
Alignment Coaching (values alignment, business process/strategic alignment, organizational alignment)
Entrepreneurial/Start-up Coaching

Singapore
South Korea
United States
Canada

In the time of COVID-19, we spend more time around the dining table – with home-cooked meals, to be sure, but also enjoying rousing games of table tennis.
My strong sense of curiosity about people and the places they live has taken me to well over 60 countries, with the beautiful country of Bhutan being the latest.
In 2009, I was honored to become an Honorary Seoul Citizen.

Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.
– Victor E. Frankl

Therapists

Dr. Elizabeth Schnobrich

Licensed Clinical Psychologist (USA)
Clinical Director

Licensed Psychologist (Nevada, Virginia, Minnesota, USA)
Certification in Kazdin’s Parent Management Training (Yale University: Yale Parenting Center)
Critical Incident Response Training/Crisis Response Provider (Crisis Care Network)
Doctorate in Psychology, Clinical Psychology (Minnesota School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, USA)
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology and Communications (St. Olaf College, USA)

As a clinical psychologist for 15+ years, I have extensive experience in providing therapy to a wide variety of clients all over the world. I am a trained professional, dedicated to help you wherever you are on your journey. Whatever your unique struggles may be, we will work together as a team to help you overcome your distinct difficulties. I employ an eclectic approach designed to fit the individual needs of each client, utilizing a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment Based, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused, Strength Based, and more. I am here to help you reach your full potential and enjoy life to its fullest.

I also provide assistance for parents and families. As a parent, as well as a professional, I have found parenting to be the most challenging and rewarding job one can face. We all encounter struggles as a parent and I’m here to work with you and your family in order to improve communication, relationships, and quality of life. Whether you are going through a difficult transition stage with your child, extreme behavioral problems, or anything in between, I am here to help. I provide concrete, step-by-step strategies for parenting your unique child in the most effective ways possible, using proven methods.

United States
South Korea
Japan

I have three wonderful children.
We love to go camping as a family.
I am a proud military spouse, which has allowed us to travel and move all over the world.

Media Appearances

NEW DAY at Arirang: “World Mental Health Day & Suicide in Korea”
NEW DAY at Arirang: “Body Profile Obsession”

Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy… Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.
– Brené Brown

Young Pak

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Arkansas, USA)
Master of Marriage and Family Therapy (ACU)
Bachelor of Science, Psychology (ACU)

I believe that therapy is a whole-person process involving one’s emotional experiences, intelligence, and interpersonal processes. I see my role as to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental, and empathetic working space for clients to tell their stories and actively engage their own generative thinking processes and problem-solving creativity that may have been too stressed and overwhelmed from everyday life. I engage therapy as a focused, co-constructive dialogue that offers an opportunity for clients to externalize their thoughts and examine them from a different perspective.

Clients can then gain a level of objectivity and use my responses to more accurately gauge their way of dealing with their current situation and arising issues. Therapy is an opportunity to identify with an empathetic therapist, the small changes to implement in a client’s life can lead to more significant transformation. People learn through the direct experience of being treated differently by another and through themselves behaving differently with the therapist.

I integrate several different therapeutic approaches to facilitate this focused effort including: CBT, solution-focused therapy, Bowenian systems therapy, narrative therapy, and Haley & Madanes strategic approach. The therapeutic techniques that come from these models mainly serve as tools to bolster a client’s focus and use their naturally occurring healing processes. I use an integrative approach in order to specially design techniques and procedures to fit the unique needs of each client. I have also seen that a client’s faith in therapy, hope’s for the process, and involvement in work are an important key to achieving successful therapeutic outcomes.

Adolescence and related family issues
Alcohol and Drug Dependency
Anger Management
Cross-cultural relationships
Depression and Anxiety
Expatriate issues – transition-adaptation-wellness
Family of Origin Issues
Grief and Loss
Individuals Couples and Families
Interpersonal Conflicts
Recovery from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Self-Esteem Issues

Denver, CO
Abilene, TX
Searcy, AR
Seoul
Suwon

In the 3rd grade, when my teacher asked what I wanted to be when I grew up I said, “I wanted to be a cowboy…or a therapist.” I’m glad one of those worked out.

You aren’t alive if you aren’t in need.

– Henry Cloud

Minah Yoo

Canadian Certified Counselor (CCC)
KPA Certified Counselor

Canadian Certified Counselor (CCC, Canada)
Certified Counselor (KPA, South Korea)
MA – Counseling Psychology, Trinity Western University
BA – Psychology, Trinity Western University

I feel privileged to be in the counseling room with my clients who are investing the courage to share their own stories and deepest emotions, and taking steps to make positive changes in their lives.

I have worked with international students, immigrants and locals in the multicultural city of Vancouver, Canada. My clients were children, adolescents, their parents and other adults with a wide variety of personal issues. Along with other ethical standards, I believe understanding and respecting the unique cultural and personal backgrounds of my clients is essential in developing effective therapeutic relationships with them. My own experience of being raised in two distinct cultures has helped increase my awareness of and respect toward individuals who come from different backgrounds, and who might be facing the challenges of adapting to a completely alien culture.

In terms of my therapeutic approach, my goal is to practice integrative counseling, which goes beyond eclectic counseling. I believe the most effective counseling demands openness and the flexibility to modify different strategies on the part of the therapist, which will fit the unique needs and the situation of the individual client. Having said that, the theories that resonate most closely with my therapeutic approach are person-centered and family systems. I value individuals as unique and believe that we are constantly choosing in spite of having embedded influences from our formative years. Some of the interventions I use – depending on the individual situation of the client – include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Existential Therapy and Art Therapy.

Although many clients might perceive my role as that of a ‘healer,’ I would like to think of my clients as “fellow travelers” instead of making distinctions between clients and therapists (Irvin D. Yalom).

Canada
South Korea

How Yoga Can Help Us Be More Present and Practice Self-Acceptance

I am one of those people who need a certain amount of sleep in order to function well the next day. According to my friends, I become a completely different person after 11pm, and I say things that do not make sense or are difficult to understand.

Whenever I bake healthy cookies or muffins, my family and friends have one bite, and only one bite… not because they don’t taste good, but because they are too healthy!

Our family has two lovely dogs named Cheolsu and Younghee.

Articles

Freeing yourself from being disappointed by your decisions

How to identify the underlying, or primary emotion

Changing Unwanted Behaviors to make a Lasting Change in Your Life

I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become.

– Carl Jung

Dr. Jill Dunbar

Certified Clinical Psychologist

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (University of Glasgow, UK)
Master of Science, Human Cognitive Neuropsychology (University of Edinburgh, UK)
Master of Arts, Psychology (University of Edinburgh, UK)

Within the therapy room my aim is to provide a safe and judgement free space where we can explore life’s challenges together, reflecting and problem solving as we go.

I am individualized and person centered in my approach. Every client and every situation is different and there is no “one size fits all” approach to life or to working towards positive mental wellbeing. I believe that therapy is a joint venture whereby we work together to better understand the presenting problems and underlying difficulties in the context of life experiences, developmental history and current circumstances.

I have a wealth of experience working with adjustment, whether that be adjusting to changes of life circumstance, health changes or diagnosis, dealing with uncertainty or grieving for a variety of losses.

I use an integrated therapeutic approach drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Anxiety and depression
Health Anxiety
Adjustment to life changing illness/diagnosis
Adjustment to neurological conditions
Grief and Loss
Stress Management
LGBTQIA+ affirming

United Kingdom
South Korea

I love animals! I have one little cat called Coco who moved with us from Scotland to South Korea and has settled into her new lifestyle very well.
I also love to travel and one of my favorite activities is to plan a new travelling adventure.

Media Appearances

We cannot change anything until we accept it. Condemnation does not liberate, it oppresses.

– Carl Jung

Allison Archer

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Play Therapy Graduate Certificate (University of Wyoming)
National Board Certified Counselor Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Washington, USA)
Military and Trauma Counselor Graduate Certificate (East Carolina University)
Master of Science of Counselor Education (East Carolina University)
Bachelor of Science (Belmont Abbey College)

I believe the therapeutic alliance between a client and clinician can be a place for peace, healing, and processing the unpredictable world that we live in. My approach to therapy is founded in Client Centered Therapy meaning I believe the therapeutic relationship is key.

Our therapeutic alliance created during counseling is meant to honor the diversity and unique needs of my clients, therapy is tailored to your individual or familial needs. I have additional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Child Centered Play Therapy, Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, and Expressive Art Therapy techniques which I integrate to help you meet your goals.

North Carolina, USA
Washigton, USA
Asan-Si, South Korea
Tennessee, USA

I love getting out and exploring either in nature or a big city.
I have two large dogs named Adelaide and Nico.

We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admitted the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.

– Maya Angelou

Jennifer Nolan

Licensed Professional Counselor

Licensed Professional Counselor (Louisiana, USA)
Master of Education Counseling (Southeastern Louisiana University)
Bachelor of Arts Social Work with a Minor in Sociology (Southeastern Louisiana University)

My practice is guided by the following principles: Everyone has the ability to change and readiness is based on each individual; It is my role to provide a safe environment in which clients can authentically examine any unhealthy coping strategies and replace them with healthy, more productive coping strategies; Collaboratively work with clients to increase self-awareness and facilitate reaching a healthy potential.

The therapeutic modalities that influence my work include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Systems Theory and Mindfulness Approaches.

Children, adolescents, and families
Depression and Anxiety
Grief and Loss
Trauma (Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence)
Military Family Issues
Group Psychotherapy

United States

College Track and Field Athlete
1st Degree Black Belt Taekwondo

Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren’t always comfortable, but they are never weakness.

– Brene’ Brown

Dr. EK Seo

Licensed Professional Counselor

Ph.D. in Psychology and Counseling in New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
MA – Marriage and Family Counseling in New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
MA – Biblical Counseling in the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

I believe that true healing occurs when a person feels heard and accepted in relationship. An importance part of counseling process is to build a safe relationship where clients become who they really are. By doing so, I have observed that clients find their own directions and meaning of life. I have joy of knowing and understanding people and willingness to bear their struggles together.

I use various counseling approaches including Client-Centered therapy, Cognitive Behavior therapy and EMDR.

South Korea

I love soccer. Every world cup season makes me excited!

We think we listen, but very rarely do we listen with real understanding, true empathy. Yet listening, of this very special kind, is one of the most potent forces for change that I know.
– Carl Rogers

Yaehee Cho

Certified Clinical Psychologist Certified Mental Health Psychologist, Lv1

Bachelors of Arts, Psychology, University of Washington (Seattle, USA)
Masters of Arts, Clinical Psychology, Seoul National University
Certified Clinical Psychologist, Korean Clinical Psychology Association
Certified Mental Health Psychologist, Lv1, Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare

I desire to create a space where you can be authentic and assured that your life obstacles or even vulnerability will be engaged with the utmost respect. I believe that a nonjudgmental, caring space of our own can be an amazing catalyst for growth. As a counselor, I enjoy empowering my clients and helping them build on their strengths so that they can overcome personal challenges. My goal is for you to experience the freedom that comes through counseling and processing life circumstances together. We all have unique stories, and I would be honored to hear yours, should you choose to share it with me.

My approach draws primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on solving current problems and modifying unhelpful thoughts and behavior patterns. However, I am flexible with my therapy approach and adapt different ones based on the needs of my client so that I can effectively assist them in reaching their counseling goals. I am committed to helping my clients improve their mental health and find peace in their life.

I have a wealth of experiences working with adolescents in life transition, school adjustments, self-harm behaviors, anger issues, peer relationships, family problems. Also, I have experiences with adults to assist adjustment, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, and stress management.

Depression
Anxiety
Child and Adolescent Behavior
Emotion Dysregulation
Stress Management

South Korea
I lived in the United States from 2008 to 2015

I love to travel! and most of my trips are unplanned.
I enjoy spending time with family and friends, going on walks, experimenting with new recipes.

No one cares how much you know, until they know how much you care.
– Theodore Roosevelt

Emilie Staryak

Licensed Professional Counselor

Licensed Professional Counselor (Arkansas, USA)
National Certified Counselor
Master of Science, Clinical Community Counseling (Johns Hopkins University)
Bachelor of Science (Drake University)

I believe that everyone can benefit from counseling. Whether a person is in crisis, suffering from long-term struggles, or simply wants to learn more about themselves, something can be gained from an genuine, honest, and nonjudgmental counseling relationship.

I approach therapy from the Cognitive Behavioral perspective that by identifying and changing patterns of thought and behavior, a person can begin to change the way they feel. When integrating CBT with other approaches designed specifically for that client, as well as a genuine counseling relationship, the client and I can begin to see a more full picture of the issues that brought the person in, explore arising issues, and begin the process of change.

Trauma
Grief and Loss
Military families
Self-Esteem Issues
Coping skills
Cultural Adjustment
Anxiety and Depression
Play Therapy
Child/Adolescent and Parent Relationships
Child and Adolescent Behavior
Parenting Skills
Mindfulness

I lived in Seoul and provided counseling for AHS clients from 2010-2012. I currently reside in Pittsburgh, PA.

I have always been an animal lover and have owned many pets. Right now I only have a rescued dog, Marley and rescued cat, Tigres.
I have moved a total 17 times in my life.

Courage doesn’t happen when you have all the answers. It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life.
– Shannon L. Alder

정승환

Certified Clinical Psychologist

임상심리전문가
정신보건임상심리사1급
게슈탈트상담전문가
석사 – 임상심리학: 연세대학교

모든 사람은 그 자체로 존중받아야 한다고 생각합니다. 내담자의 자기실현과 행복한 삶을 돕는 것이 상담자의 역할입니다. 치료는 관계를 통해 체험적으로 일어나는 것이며, 자신의 모습을 있는 그대로 알아차리면서도 수용하도록 돕고, 자기 자신이 자신의 삶의 진정한 주체가 되도록 하는 과정이 상담에서 이루어집니다. 주 치료 접근법으로 게슈탈트치료, 정신분석, 애착이론, 인지행동치료 등을 사용합니다.

취미는 바둑과 여행, 자건거타기이며 조만간 수영을 배울 계획입니다.

진인사 대천명(盡人事待天命) 어떤 일이든지 자신의 노력으로 최선을 다한 뒤에 그 성공의 여부는 하늘의 뜻에 따라 겸허하게 받아들인다. 고중작락(苦中作樂) 괴로움 가운데도 즐거움이 있다.

Danielle Chapman

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Certified Play Therapist

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & Certified Play Therapist (Kansas, USA)
Masters of Science, Family therapy (Friends University)
Bachelors of Arts, Psychology and Criminal Justice (Wichita State University)

I am passionate about my work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who have experienced trauma, relationship issues, grief, and are struggling with behavioral issues. I am well-versed in Play Therapy, Sandtray, and more. Play is the natural language of change for children who have difficulty articulating their needs.

I believe that each person’s journey is unique which is why tailor my work to the particular needs of each person. A trusting relationship is key to evaluating our needs and using our strength for overcoming life-limiting challenges.

My down-to-earth approach and humor have been vital in the success of my clients. It can be time to make the changes you want. I enjoy helping people learn new coping skills, stress management, relaxation, and mindfulness techniques. With respect and ease, I will join you on your path to a healthier life.

England
USA
South Korea

I have visited over 25 countries
I was a college athlete and got invited to the Olympic Trials

Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.
– Dumbledore

Andrea Wigfield

Licensed Social Worker

Licensed Social Worker (Minnesota, USA)
Bachelor of Arts, Social Work (Winona State University, USA)

I believe in a client-centered approach that creates a caring and nonjudgmental space for people to heal, grow, and change in their own way, at their own pace – working together to create a healthier life. I am committed to individualizing each client’s therapeutic experience, recognizing the courage that it takes to ask for help, and providing an empathetic and comfortable environment.

Using client-centered and strengths-based approaches, I like to build a strong relationship with each client in order to address their individual needs and meet them where they are. I am passionate about helping clients gain the tools and resources they need to grow and thrive while building a therapeutic relationship through collaboration and trust.

Anxiety and Depression
School issues
Stress management
Coping skills

I have four amazing children who keep our family very busy with their many sporting events.
I grew up on a farm and learned how to drive a tractor when I was way too young!
I enjoy baking and cooking for others.

Embrace uncertainty. Some of the most beautiful chapters in our lives won’t have a title until much later.
-Bob Goff

Joy Choi

Canadian Certified Counsellor (C.C.C.)

Canadian Certified Counsellor (Canada)
Master of Counselling, Briercrest Seminary (Canada)
BA in Social Welfare, Youngnam Theological University (Korea)

I care about you and want to encourage you that there is hope and a way to address your life concerns and difficulties. I specialize in working with people who need trauma counselling, emotional regulation, stress management, interpersonal effectiveness, and cultural adjustment. My focus is on helping people understand how our bodies and nervous systems remember painful experiences and how to live in the present and feel connected within ourselves.

I draw from a range of evidence-based therapeutic modalities and lead with Attachment-based and Trauma-informed approaches. During counselling sessions, I utilize effective tools such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.

My home country is South Korea, and I currently live in Canada with my husband and four beautiful children. I understand the excitement and challenges of living in other cultures, especially the journey of searching for our authentic selves in the face of multiple cultural identities. I believe that feelings are an essential part of the human experience, and accepting negative emotions is important. Maintaining our genuine selves by separating negative emotions from our identity is the key to our mental health.

One of the most important factors for successful therapy is the therapeutic fit between the therapist and the client. Our therapeutic relationship matters, and it’s crucial for you to feel safe and connected. I’m here to listen to your story and provide validation and support. It would be a privilege to work with you to find healing, hope, and positive solutions together.

Emotional overwhelming
OCD & Anxiety-related disorders
Trauma/PTSD
Life transitions, and grief
Stress and anger management
Interpersonal Effectiveness
Cross-cultural families and cultural adjustment

South Korea
Canada

The place where I am living has a long and very cold winter and a short but awesome summer. Despite temperatures dropping to as low as -30 degrees, I am a nature explorer who loves spending time outdoors because nature is one of my best friends!

The essence of trauma is a disconnect from the self. Therefore, the essence of healing is not just uncovering one’s past but reconnecting with oneself in the present.
– Dr. Gabor Mate

Yianna Kefala

Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic Psychotherapist/Counsellor
UK & USA Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

Supervision Qualification, The Society of Analytical Psychology, London, UK
Advanced Diploma in Couples Therapy (Accredited by The National Counselling Society & National Council of Psychotherapists), NAOS Institute, UK.
Master in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy & Social Studies, London Metropolitan University
UK.
Master’s Social Work, University of New Hampshire, USA
Bachelor’s Social Work, Higher Technological Educational Institute, Patra Greece

As a psychoanalytic psychotherapist I offer both long and short psychotherapy and counselling to adults and couples. Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy enables people to develop a better understanding of their inner self, which, in turn enables them to have a better insight into their own feelings/thoughts/behaviours and these of others. The ultimate aim is to feel more content with various aspects of themselves and their lives as well as reach their full potential in their personal and professional lives. Our work together aims to reach beyond the initial symptoms which may have initiated the desire for therapy, to the underlying causes which reside in deeper layers of our psychic world. It is usually seen as a journey towards self-discovery and introspection that involves patient and therapist working together. Working in this way we aim to create lasting change internally and for my clients to start feeling more in control of their lives both in connection to themselves and others. I provide individual sessions, couple counseling/psychotherapy in English and Greek.

Some of the benefits:
• Focuses on underlying emotions
• Explores avoidance behaviours
• Identifies recurring thinking patterns
• Explores past experiences
• Explores interpersonal relationships
• Helps recondition the brain from past traumas

Individual and Couple issues
Low mood/ Depression
Anxiety/stress/other mental health issues
Post-natal depression
Bereavement/Losses
Identity/cross cultural issues
Parenting issues
Self -harming behaviours/suicidality
Difficult life experiences you wish to understand and resolve
Going through life transitions which you find difficult
Feel stuck in certain areas of your life
Relationships feel unmanageable or overwhelming
Finds it hard to manage new role sin life (such as parenting)

Greece
UK
USA

I am a physically active adventure seeker and a keen reader. I love travelling and exploring new places, studying philosophy, astronomy and learning about people and different cultures. I feel really humbled and really grateful to have the opportunities that I’ve had over the past couple of years to get to know both on a personal and professional level some amazing people.

He who has overcome his fears will truly be free.
– Aristotle

Esther Jang

Certified Counseling Psychologist

Certified Counseling psychologist (KCPA, South Korea)
Certified Coach (KAC, South Korea)
Ph.D.-Counseling & Coaching, Yonsei university
MA- Religion & psychology, Graduation Theological Union
BS-Pharmacy, Ewha Womans University

I believe that my role as a therapist is to create a safe, supportive, nonjudgmental, and empathetic space for clients, so that they can share their stories and experiences to process their unresolved issues in the past, finding better solutions for the current issues and developing skills for the future events.

I mainly use the integrative therapeutic approaches to be able to facilitate the process: CBT(Cognitive Behavior therapy), DBT(Dialectic Behavior therapy), ACT(Acceptance Commitment therapy), psycho dynamic theories for the individuals, Solution focused therapy, Brownian systemic therapy for the families and Emotionally focused therapy for the couples. In case of trauma, I added seeking safety modules, IFS(Internal Family Systems), CPT(Cognitive Process Therapy) and Poly Vagal Theory.

I think that as a human being, we are all different culturally. Integrating cultural elements in our psychological responses as well as integrating spiritual practices in our therapeutic process will be helpful to understand ourselves in a holistic way.

Seoul. Korea
California, USA

I love to play golf because it reminds me the importance of relaxing my body when there is a strong pressure.

How can we accept others when we don’t know that we are strangers to ourselves?
– Julia Kristeva

June Kang

Registered Art Therapist
Licensed Youth Counselor Lv.2

Registered Art Therapist (USA, South Korea)
Licensed Youth Counselor Lv2 (South Korea)
Certified Clinical Psychology Practitioner (South Korea)
PhD program in Art Therapy (Notre Dame de Namur University, USA)
MPS in Art Therapy (addictionology track, School of Visual Arts, USA)
Studio Fine Arts Foundation (Alberta University of Arts & Design, Canada)
BA in Psychology (Mount Royal University, Canada)
BA in Mass Communication & English Language and Literature (PKNU, Korea)

Rather than fixing, healing, or recovery, I prefer to embrace each person’s whole self, enhance their resilience, and sublimate what they are struggling with through multiple forms of art. In this way, visual metaphors are added to their lives. Focusing on the strengths that I find while working with them, I help to motivate them to self-reflect and self-validate and I witness some parts of their therapeutic journey toward an enhanced quality of life. My therapeutic alliance with the client has an effective and meaningful communication method based on empathy and integrity that transcends words. In terms of therapeutic approach, my interest began with Nataly Rogers’ Person-Centered Expressive Art Therapy and has been developing into an integrated and customized form with various evidence-based and solution-focused techniques, including psychodynamic perspectives, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.

South Korea
USA
Canada

I’ve participated in several group/solo exhibitions in Calgary, New York City, and Korea. In my leisure time, I like to watch movies while sitting on my rocking chair with my rescue cat Star-pea (Byul-kong).

The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.
– Carl R. Rogers

Sujin Ma

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (CA, USA)
Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist (American Dance Therapy Association, USA)
Registered somatic movement therapist (International Somatic Movement Education and Therapy Association, USA)
Expressive Arts Therapy based on Movement and Dance Practitioner (Tamalpa Institute, USA)
Professional School Counselor (Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, South Korea)
Ph.D. Candidate: Expressive Therapies (Lesley University, USA)
Master of Arts: Clinical Mental Health Counseling concentration in Dance/Movement Therapy and Body Psychotherapy (Naropa University, USA)
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology (Ajou University, South Korea)