Meet Our Therapists

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Wisconsin, USA)
• Master of Social Work
• Bachelor of Science in Special Education

I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 6 years of social work experience post graduation. I value the importance of you feeling safe and comfortable during sessions and appreciate you taking the opportunity to be vulnerable to help on your path to recovery. I am here to go at your pace to meet the goals that you set for yourself. I utilize acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and validation therapy techniques.

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Panic disorder
• Bipolar
• Personality disorders
• Hoarding
• Dementia
• Autism
• Trauma
• Substance use disorders
• Suicidal ideations
• Homelessness
• Diverse multinational issues
• LGBTQ+
• Grief and loss
• Stress and burnout management for geriatric clients and their caregivers

USA (Texas, Michigan, Wisconsin), Canada (Ontario), Poland

I once hiked alongside an erupting volcano during one of my exciting travels. When I am not traveling, I enjoy seeing broadway shows, listening to 80s music, drinking hot chocolate, and walking with my little dog.

• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Illinois, USA)
• Masters of Arts, Marriage and Family Therapy (Wheaton College)
• Bachelor of Arts, Psychology (University of Minnesota – Twin Cities)

Various reasons encourage people to seek therapy. My aim, as I meet each individual or family, is to connect with them where they are and to let them know that they are seen and heard. I strive in creating an environment that allows people to be and express themselves to help this therapeutic experience be a valuable experience.

Some of the main approaches that I use are Bowenian family systems theory, Emotion Focused therapy, and Narrative therapy. I also use play therapy with children.

• Couples Therapy
• Cultural Adjustment
• Depression and Anxiety
• Parent and Child relationships
• Relationship Issues
• Teenagers and above
• Cross cultural issues, transitions (Third-culture issues)

• South Korea
• USA

I can speak three different languages and each language brings out a different side of me.

• MSCP Full Registered Member (Malaysia)
• SPS Full International Member (Singapore)
• Master of Science – Clinical Psychology (HELP University, Malaysia)
• Bachelor of Science – Psychology (Honors) (HELP University, Malaysia)

As a psychologist, I have experience working with a diverse population of clients including young adults, parents, working adults, and LGBTQ+ individuals, presenting with mild to severe clinical concerns such as self-worth and self-confidence issues, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD and BDD.

I prefer using a holistic approach based on person-centered therapy but bring in tools from my main choice of Acceptance and Commitment-based Therapy (ACT), as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and more based on your needs.z

— As a person, I am passionate about helping you achieve not only a desirable therapy goal, but also to enrich your life for a much more content long-term outcome. When I work with you, I am a supporter of your progress and setbacks, and also a companion along your journey. I strive for therapy being a safe, open, and supportive place, especially to clients whose mental health, wellbeing, and safety are usually at a higher risk such as the minority races and ethnicities, gender and sexual orientation, and neurodivergent individuals.

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Self-esteem and Self-worth
• Burnout
• Self-care
• ADHD
• Young Adults
• Working Adults
• LGBTQ+ affirming

Malaysia

I am a collector of hobbies, ranging from reading, crochet, and video games, to roller skating and tabletop role-playing games, like Dungeons & Dragons and Call of Cthulhu. So if you ever need a session to just share about your passions and hobbies (we all need a little lightness sometimes), I would be happy to prioritize this too!

• 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).

• Cross-cultural families
• Cultural adjustment
• Adolescents and young adults
• Depression, anxiety
• Interpersonal relationships
• Self-esteem issues
• Assertiveness training
• Career counseling
• Bilingual (English and Korean)

• Canada
• South Korea

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.

• 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.

• Individual, couple and family issues
• Anxiety & depression
• Sexual issues
• Trauma & Addiction
• Interpersonal conflicts
• Self-esteem issues
• Grief & loss
• Cultural adjustment issues

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Art Therapy
• Anxiety & Depression
• ADHD
• ASD
• Developmental delay
• Trauma
• Grief & Loss
• Addiction
• Acculturation
• Self-esteem & Empowerment
• Interpersonal relationship issues

• 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).

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

Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, leaving you stuck and stressed. But there is hope, and I’m here to offer you a safe space to navigate your personal struggles, overcome life’s challenges, and develop self-compassion and emotional regulation skills. As a Canadian Certified Counsellor with expertise in OCD & Anxiety-related disorders, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, Stress and Anger Management, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Cultural Adjustment, I have the tools and knowledge to support you.

Many of my clients have found that our collaboration empowered them to confront difficult emotions and gain a deeper understanding of their minds, emotions, and bodies. It’s common to carry the weight of past wounds and traumatic memories, which can make us feel inadequate, disconnected, and out of place in the present moment and our relationships.

I want to invite you to join me on this beautiful journey of healing and self-growth. Through self-love, compassion, and a profound understanding of our past, we can find the inner strength to heal our wounds and reclaim our lives. I would consider it a privilege to work with you, offering hope, support, and positive solutions along the way. Let’s take this step together toward a brighter future.

• 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!

• 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.

• Children of all ages
• Play Therapy
• Trauma
• School Issues
• Relational Issues
• Anxiety and Depression

• England
• USA
• South Korea

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 우울
• 불안
• 대인관계
• 아동 양육
• 부부관계치료
• EAP

• 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.

• 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)

I have been practicing as a therapist for 8 years, specializing in trauma recovery therapy through body-centered and expressive arts therapy. I have worked with trauma survivors from all ages, races, income levels, abled bodies, languages, LGBTQ+, unhoused person, war victims, people living with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, refugees, immigrants, and people from many different countries and religious backgrounds. I am an Asian, Korean, a woman of color, and expat.   

Have you felt disconnected from yourself and others? Do you find it difficult to trust yourself and others and build meaningful relationships? Have you tried to fill in the voids in your heart with drink, work, shopping, sex, or emotional eating? This is a common and very painful experience for trauma survivors, particularly those who have undergone relational and developmental trauma.  

What if you didn’t have to feel this way? There is a way to relieve the lingering impacts of trauma stored in the body and mind.   

I have learned that body-centered psychotherapy and expressive arts therapy are the most effective tools to help trauma survivors. Clients have gained a sense of safety, pleasure, and satisfaction in their lives as their control over their body and environment has strengthened through sensory awareness, relaxation, grounding exercise, movement exploration, arts making, creative writing, and talk therapy. My passion is to support you in building happier relationships with yourself and others.  

Are you ready to make a change? Contact me, and we’ll get started on your journey together!  

• PTSD
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Bipolar disorder
• Substance use disorder
• Lack of meaningful
• relationship
• Expatriates
• Immigrants
• LGBTQIA+
• Adoptees
• Chronic illness

South Korea, United States, India

I practice yoga, Pansori (Korean traditional opera), and sitar (Indian traditional instrument) in my free time.

• 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.

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Interpersonal relationships
• Traumas
• Acculturation issues
• Spirituality
• Biblical counseling

• South Korea

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

• 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.

• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (WA, USA)
• Mental Health Professional (WA, USA)
• Child Mental Health Specialist (WA, USA)
• Master of Social Work: University of Oklahoma (USA)
• Bachelor of Social Work: Ewha Womans University (South Korea)

I work with children, teens, and adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and life transitions. I help clients increase insights, reduce emotional pains and enjoy life more. We work together using evidence-based tools to reduce unwanted emotions, thoughts, and disruptive behavioral patterns and increase happiness, healthy relationships, and balanced lifestyles. My approach to counseling is collaborative, non-judgmental, authentic, and playful. I look forward to meeting you and walking with you on your healing journey!

• Adjustment Stress
• Anxiety
• Panic Attacks
• Career Counseling
• Depression
• Grief
• Parenting Stress
• Self Esteem
• Social Skills & Peer
• Relationships
• Trauma
• PTSD

• USA
• South Korea

I enjoy watching funny movies, listening to music, nature, cooking and traveling.

• Board-Certified and Registered Art Therapist (Art Therapy Credential Board, USA)
• Licensed Creative Art Therapist (New York State Department of Education, USA)
• Masters of Arts in Art Therapy (New York University, USA)
• Bachelor of Arts in Art History and Theory & English Language and Literature (Hong Ik University, South Korea)

I join my client’s unique healing journey with integrated holistic approach of art therapy, talk therapy, psychodynamic theory, relational-cultural therapy, client-centered therapy, mindfulness practice, CBT and DBT techniques. Client is the expert of their own journey and I come in with my own experiences, insights, and wisdom in life as well as professional knowledge. I am here to guide you, walk alongside you, and sometimes push you in your healing journey.

I believe every person is an artist in a way, picturing and writing their own stories. In art therapy, there is neither right or wrong ways of making art, nor good or bad artist. I encourage my clients to use art as one of communication methods. Sometimes it’s hard to express oneself in a verbal language and we need some time to understand what’s going on inside us. During the art making process, clients can start to understand themselves, gain new perspectives, gain a sense of mastery and achievement, learn and develop distress tolerance skills, coping skills, organizational skills, and self-soothing skills. In one’s healing journey, art can be used as a safe and strong tool.

• Art Therapy
• Children, adolescent, young adults
• Interpersonal issues
• Cultural adjustment
• Stress management
• Anxiety and Depression
• Trauma

• USA
• South Korea

• For a certain period of my life, I knew how to play an oboe, a violin, a piano, a sogeum (Korean traditional musical instrument), and an ukulele.
• My least favorite art medium is watercolor paints because it’s too watery and hard to control for me. Still, I often challenge myself to use watercolor in self-care. It helps to accept who I am, my vulnerability, weakness, frustration, and to practice letting things go.