Asian Therapists in Lakewood, CA
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Ardith Biacan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I specialize in life transitions, intergenerational conflicts, cultural identity, Pacific Islander/
Asian
Americans, relationships, ethnic diversity issues, lgbtq, and student life.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with experience working with children, teens, adults, and families. I believe that working to build or rebuild a relationship with yourself will help build better relationships with others, as well as, improving other major areas in your life. In addition, I work on building communication skills and understanding communication styles that will further help in building healthy and positive interactions.
Khan Ramkeesoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hi, I'm Khan, a BIPOC immigrant of Trinidad & Tobago, queer, and a non-binary licensed therapist in Long Beach, CA. I work with individuals, couples, and Immigrant, First Gen, & Non-Binary populations looking for a range of emotional needs.
Carin Chin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ACSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you a young person feeling stuck, or a parent struggling to figure out how to help your kid with their chronic mental or physical ailments? The combination of external expectations and internal fears can be super overwhelming. I understand the challenges you face and believe in your capacity to find hope and balance amidst life's obstacles.
Caleb Park
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Is your family struggling? Does it seem like no matter how hard you try to communicate and connect, small things trigger major upsets? Are challenges to your family having a negative impact on your kids, and it feels like without changing the world there's nothing you can do? I understand from the depth of my heart as I have personally struggled through each layer of these hardships. What helped me was finding the right coping skills for me, so my focus is helping your kid find effective coping & communication skills.
Stephanie Archinas-Murphin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You want to connect with your loved ones but you find yourself “stuck” in the same pattern - the same pattern that you have long wanted to break free from. Perhaps you are noticing that past experiences are now getting in the way of the person that you want to be. Or you may have an idea of how you want to show up in life and ready to do the deeper, exploratory work. Let me help you get to know yourself.
Taisha Torres
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hello and welcome! I am so glad you are here and have made a courageous choice to seek healing. Like our physical health, I believe we must also take into consideration the “vital signs” (mood swings, sadness, irritability, excessive worry, etc.) that indicate the state of our mental health. Whether it is caused by stress from overwhelming responsibilities, parenting, past trauma, or even just having difficulty communicating needs to family members and friends, I believe these can all be signs that we need a little extra support and I would like to be that support for you.
Hiroko Gamino
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I can work all ages clients with a diverse population and cultural backgrounds. I utilized a system approach focusing on narrative, collaborative, and solution focus approaches. I also utilized cognitive behavioral therapy at the request of the client. I always would like to support others and assist them in improving their situation.
Dragily Ryucer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hey, it’s great to meet you, and thanks for checking out this profile. I’ve been working at this since about 2010 and I’ve found that one of the best ways to help people is to just be a person with them. I intend to make sessions relaxed so that you can feel comfortable talking about what’s going on. But don’t get me wrong, I will challenge you and help analyze what’s happening so we can take steps towards growth.
Brandon Reginald Washington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BCD, MBA, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My approach is based on embracing each person as a uniquely special and individualistically malleable human being, ready to be recrafted and molded into the version of themselves they want to see. My practice uses powerful tools to help them to learn and grow together through the therapeutic relationship. This allows my clients to find and re-embrace their true selves, as they redefine and refresh their roles in their lives. Find me on the following insurance billing Mental Health platforms, to book an appointment today: "Grow Therapy", "Hello Alma", "PATH Mental Health", and "Headway"
Cóndor Center Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LPHA, RADT-C
Verified
Verified
Hola, I am LCSW Joanna, a Peruvian therapist that grew up in the city of Cudahy. I am the founder of CONDOR CENTER, a group practice made up of other BIPOC clinicians who share similar backgrounds, therapeutic approach and level of energy when providing services. In therapy my holistic and alternative approach is sex positive. I work with the LGBTQ+ population, the military and veteran community. I promote the importance of radical self-care and how this is what leads to emotional, mental, sexual and physical health. My specialty is working with survivors of trauma. I help individuals navigate ancestral healing, generational and
Lester A. Mindus
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
I do largely cognitive behavioral therapy with individuals, couples, and families. I take most insurances including Medicare. Fees are adjustable in case of financial hardship. Couples counseling urges the maxim first listen, then be heard. In both individual and couple or family counseling, we identify strategies thus far used for solving problems or enhancing life, and we explore alternatives that may prove more effective. Additionally, we identify and hopefully abandon self destructive or ineffective strategies.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LAADC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My therapy sessions are conducted over the phone! It is so easy to get stuck in our past or lost in the future and we forget to be mindful of what is going on in the present. Our past can shape who we are and how we perceive our lives today and this can easily get us caught up in a vicious cycle of various emotional and mental struggles. The importance of rebuilding a relationship with ourselves is a critical component in life and can provide a different outlook to mood, behavioral and personality disorders. Let us never underestimate the power that we hold within ourselves!
Kathy Zorn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you going through some painful and confusing situations in your life? I want to be there for you...to walk with you through this valley; to support and to help you find and use your strengths (some that maybe you are unaware of). I long to help you find the right path and the courage and strength to face life's challenges. My greatest desire is that you would grow to be the person you were meant to be.
Tina D. Butler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I focus on harnessing positive energy to help clients create personal success in their lives and relationships. I provide a safe space for clients to explore difficult emotions and identify negative patterns that may be hindering their happiness and success. Together, I work with my clients to help them let go of negative patterns and create positive changes in their lives.
Briana Nicole Messerschmidt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
Do you have “sticky” self-defeating thoughts that won’t leave you alone? Do you “know” you’re good enough but don’t “feel” it? Have you suffered the loss of a pet or loved one and struggling to find someone who “gets it”? I am here to help with these and more. We have all been faced with major changes and sacrifices since 2020. Some changes have left scares and holes in us. I truly believe that we all have the power to grow and heal within us; sometimes we just need a little guidance and specialized tools to get started. I can help you gain strength, motivation, resiliency, and a deeper compassion for yourself and your journey.
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Constance (Connie) Shin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I believe that the heart of most personal issues is relational in nature and that a safe, trusted relationship is needed in which to experience healing and transformation. My hope is that within the therapeutic relationship, inner freedom and growth in self-awareness will be experienced, as well as healing and transformation in your relationship with yourself and others.
Shawn Montoya
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Although we come from many different walks of life, your story matters. I am here to assure you that your journey does not have to be navigated through alone. My goal is to work together with you in discovering who you once were, who you are now, & who & where you want to be. I believe we can learn to control our thoughts & emotions in order to heal, discover peace, & find empowerment. In this journey of self-discovery, I hope to provide you with a non-judgmental & supportive, safe space while focusing on developing genuine trust & connection.
Kenneice Tolliver
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I provide psychotherapy services to clients to help them explore their lives and find meaning in their relationships. I work to empower and encourage clients to be more self-aware, explore their feelings, and improve their ability to navigate their experiences. I like to explore a variety of therapeutic modalities to find what best suits each client as every client is different and one size does not fit all when it comes to treatment. I like to listen to my clients and ensure that what I'm hearing is what they are saying. I also like to let them know they have choices, especially since it's their well-being that we are discussing.
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Emily I Lui
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Sometimes it’s hard to see the story of hope, innovation and resilience when the narrative is stuck on failure and defeat. When life seems to be beating you down (or you feel like you’re battling different parts of yourself), it can help to enlist a therapist in your corner to support you in getting up for another round. My goal is to support you in developing the capacity to handle the challenges and stresses of life and to recognize and celebrate your inner strengths and capabilities. Whether it's changing yourself or changing how you think and feel about yourself, therapy is a good place to get unstuck and get going again.
Amanda Rose DeLoreto
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I aim to support my clients through different transitions and stages throughout their lives. With all the information we are constantly taking in, it is easy to lose ourselves or feel stuck in different versions of our stories. As a result, this can leave us feeling an array of different emotions and confused on where to start. However, the great thing about feeling lost is that it gives us the opportunity to find ourselves again. My goal is to help you disentangle yourself from those stories and embrace all the parts of your own, by reclaiming the authors pen and adding chapters towards telling a story that feels authentically you
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Asian Therapists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
A culturally sensitive therapist would be respectful and considerate of different groups, with regard to race, sexual orientation, gender, and other factors that are important to an individual. These considerations can help a client feel understood as well as validated. While some people think highlighting race could promote stereotypes and bias, more understanding and knowledge about cultural differences is a positive for a healthy therapeutic alliance.
How can I recognize an effective Asian therapist?
You can discern a lot by asking how familiar the potential therapist is with different cultures, as well as asking how they might address issues related to identity, values, and beliefs. Also inquire about their education, as well as any particular training they may have completed, such as cultural sensitivity or diversity and inclusion programs.
What if the therapist does not have my exact background?
The therapist may not share a client’s exact background, but the therapist may have plenty of hands-on experience as well as the sensitivity needed for therapeutic progress. Their sensitivity to different populations will help the client feel accepted and comfortable in sharing their concerns and difficulties.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience with Asian clients?
A therapist with an Asian background may have experience within their community, as well as broader cultural sensitivity. Ask the potential therapist whether they've worked with individuals who share your background. If they have not worked with similar clients, they may well know someone who has such experience.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Asian therapists?
The directory of Asian therapists includes professionals who have shared their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profiles, and they may not appear in search results for this reason; also, when the number of therapists identified as Asian is limited, the directory will also show therapists with comprehensive experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.