“There’s power in allowing yourself to be known and heard, in owning your unique story, in using your authentic voice.”

— Michelle Obama

Welcome.

I am a licensed mental health therapist based in Seattle, Washington. In my therapy and coaching practice, I help teens and adults explore career choices, address challenges related to ADHD, explore and embrace their unique identity, adapt to parenthood, enhance communication in relationships, transition from codependency, navigate first and second-generation dynamics in Asian-American immigrant families, and address the impact of racism, sexism, and homophobia on relationships.

I was born in the U.S. to parents who immigrated from South Korea.  As a queer/bi, cis, woman of color, and having experience living in the U.S. and South Korea, I am aware of the support that is needed while navigating between multiple identities and cultures. My life experiences allow me to bring a sensitivity and understanding to individuals navigating relationships with parents, children, or partners of another culture or who may hold different ethical, political, or religious views.

My therapeutic approach is grounded in elements of somatic awareness, parts work (IFS), positive psychology, mindfulness, psychodrama, dialectical behavioral therapy, psychodynamic theory, and interpersonal theory. Some of our focus will be on learning to pay attention to your bandwidth and capacity in order to decrease stress and prevent burnout. We will work to reorient your nervous system away from intense patterns that can be overstimulating or overwhelming in order to reconnect with your innate resilience and move towards an increased awareness of the things that bring you ease, pleasure, and joy.

Exploring your story can help you gain a deeper understanding of how your experiences have shaped who you are. And this deeper knowing of who you are helps you discover your desires and feel the freedom to live a life that is aligned with your personal truth. I believe this is where you experience true liberation within yourself, access your greatest power, and grow the capacity to work toward collective liberation.

Choosing to start therapy is a brave and courageous step. In our work together, my desire is to create a welcoming, affirming, and supportive space to explore your story and unique identity. I honor the privilege and opportunity to walk along side you on this journey.