Asian Therapists in Newark, CA

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Karen Choi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Newark, CA 94560
My background includes providing culturally competent therapy to the Asian American community, tech employees, healthcare providers, and higher ed students utilizing evidence based practices such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness.
Have you been feeling down or unmotivated lately? Feeling lost or couldn't stop worrying? You're definitely not alone. Whether you are feeling depressed, anxious; dealing with breakups, relationship stress, family conflicts, work problems, insomnia, constant self doubt, or aiming to boost confidence/self esteem; therapy may be a good starting point to help you expand your capacity to cope and recover from emotional distress. My work consists of using non-judgmental and collaborative approach to help you establish and develop skills to optimize your ability to overcome a wide range of stressors and concerns.
My background includes providing culturally competent therapy to the Asian American community, tech employees, healthcare providers, and higher ed students utilizing evidence based practices such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness.
Have you been feeling down or unmotivated lately? Feeling lost or couldn't stop worrying? You're definitely not alone. Whether you are feeling depressed, anxious; dealing with breakups, relationship stress, family conflicts, work problems, insomnia, constant self doubt, or aiming to boost confidence/self esteem; therapy may be a good starting point to help you expand your capacity to cope and recover from emotional distress. My work consists of using non-judgmental and collaborative approach to help you establish and develop skills to optimize your ability to overcome a wide range of stressors and concerns.
(510) 822-7397 View (510) 822-7397
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Gaik Kee 'Grace' Khoo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newark, CA 94560
Being bicultural/multilingual, I understand the challenge navigating within many of 'unspoken rules' that traditional Asian families have, and better able to assist my clients balancing individual vs others needs.
Feeling tired from constant arguing with your partner? You want to get closer to him/her but you can't move past the anger/hurt/pain that he/she has caused you? And all you want is for him/her to validate you and to tell you that he/she cares. While ignoring it may work for a little while, but over time unresolved relationship issues can affect other areas of your life, including physical health, sleep, mood, work and other relationships. I can help you to get unstuck, work through your emotional wounds, communicate what you want from your partner in a helpful way, and have the connection that you've always wanted.
Being bicultural/multilingual, I understand the challenge navigating within many of 'unspoken rules' that traditional Asian families have, and better able to assist my clients balancing individual vs others needs.
Feeling tired from constant arguing with your partner? You want to get closer to him/her but you can't move past the anger/hurt/pain that he/she has caused you? And all you want is for him/her to validate you and to tell you that he/she cares. While ignoring it may work for a little while, but over time unresolved relationship issues can affect other areas of your life, including physical health, sleep, mood, work and other relationships. I can help you to get unstuck, work through your emotional wounds, communicate what you want from your partner in a helpful way, and have the connection that you've always wanted.
(510) 592-6124 View (510) 592-6124
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Cynthia Fong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
24 Endorsed
Newark, CA 94560  (Online Only)
Growing up, I heard a lot of negative things about therapy. You may have also experienced a cultural stigma against the idea of talking about your innermost thoughts and feelings with someone other than family or friends. However, I believe everyone can work towards happiness with the right kind of support in their lives. I provide online counseling for adults who are seeking help with anxiety, post traumatic stress, prenatal & postpartum concerns, high-pressure work/school, and more.
Growing up, I heard a lot of negative things about therapy. You may have also experienced a cultural stigma against the idea of talking about your innermost thoughts and feelings with someone other than family or friends. However, I believe everyone can work towards happiness with the right kind of support in their lives. I provide online counseling for adults who are seeking help with anxiety, post traumatic stress, prenatal & postpartum concerns, high-pressure work/school, and more.
(510) 288-9396 View (510) 288-9396
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Christine C Chen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560
Christine strives to create a safe, warm, and supportive environment in which clients can freely express themselves, their heartaches and struggles without guilt or shame. She is passionate in assisting her clients to explore those “small steps” which can lead to positive changes and a life of hope rather than despair.
Christine strives to create a safe, warm, and supportive environment in which clients can freely express themselves, their heartaches and struggles without guilt or shame. She is passionate in assisting her clients to explore those “small steps” which can lead to positive changes and a life of hope rather than despair.
(510) 662-6396 View (510) 662-6396
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Aya Sato
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560
Finding the right therapy for your child can be really tough whether they're going through a hard time with school, anxiety, emotional regulation, sleep, separation anxiety, grief, attachment. I'm here to assist your child with coping, healing, and guiding them to feel and express their emotions in a healthy way. I make sure they feel heard, seen, and truly understood. We can work together to find what's best for you and your child right now. With specialized training in play therapy, early childhood development, and infant parent mental health, I'm here to help and provide tailored support you and your family need.
Finding the right therapy for your child can be really tough whether they're going through a hard time with school, anxiety, emotional regulation, sleep, separation anxiety, grief, attachment. I'm here to assist your child with coping, healing, and guiding them to feel and express their emotions in a healthy way. I make sure they feel heard, seen, and truly understood. We can work together to find what's best for you and your child right now. With specialized training in play therapy, early childhood development, and infant parent mental health, I'm here to help and provide tailored support you and your family need.
(510) 513-4343 View (510) 513-4343
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Jenna Hong
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Newark, CA 94560
Loneliness, pain, fear, and loss can weigh so heavy on our hearts and block us from fully living out our lives with joy and purpose. If you are in a place of feeling trapped and in need of relief and hope, I am so glad you are here. It is from my own experiences with grief, anxiety, and depression, and the healing I received from therapy that I felt called to be a therapist. I have a heart to create a warm and inviting space for my clients to show up as they are and feel fully heard, seen, and accepted. I desire to support and empower my clients as they process through their pain and work towards healing and transformation.
Loneliness, pain, fear, and loss can weigh so heavy on our hearts and block us from fully living out our lives with joy and purpose. If you are in a place of feeling trapped and in need of relief and hope, I am so glad you are here. It is from my own experiences with grief, anxiety, and depression, and the healing I received from therapy that I felt called to be a therapist. I have a heart to create a warm and inviting space for my clients to show up as they are and feel fully heard, seen, and accepted. I desire to support and empower my clients as they process through their pain and work towards healing and transformation.
(510) 422-0950 View (510) 422-0950
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Parsi Kim
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560
There are times everyone needs to feel heard, especially during times of uncertainty. My focus is to help clients navigate life transitions, teach coping skills to manage anxiety, depression, grief, and loss, and nurture a strong identity. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has a holistic approach that draws from CBT, psycho-dynamic, and mindfulness-based models that help to work through negative thought and behavioral patterns while building insight into intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships.
There are times everyone needs to feel heard, especially during times of uncertainty. My focus is to help clients navigate life transitions, teach coping skills to manage anxiety, depression, grief, and loss, and nurture a strong identity. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has a holistic approach that draws from CBT, psycho-dynamic, and mindfulness-based models that help to work through negative thought and behavioral patterns while building insight into intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships.
(510) 661-3572 View (510) 661-3572
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Fengmei Li
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Trauma may manifest in your life as all kinds of disruptions, such as anxiety, depression, burnout, nightmares, family conflicts, or relationship struggles. Yet, I see them as how your pain has found its own way to show up in this particular form. I approach this work with a trauma lens, yet it doesn’t mean that I will be searching for your “brokenness”. I see trauma as an inherent aspect of the human condition, and that we are all continuously healing from traumas, whether “big” or “small”, personal or collective.
Trauma may manifest in your life as all kinds of disruptions, such as anxiety, depression, burnout, nightmares, family conflicts, or relationship struggles. Yet, I see them as how your pain has found its own way to show up in this particular form. I approach this work with a trauma lens, yet it doesn’t mean that I will be searching for your “brokenness”. I see trauma as an inherent aspect of the human condition, and that we are all continuously healing from traumas, whether “big” or “small”, personal or collective.
(925) 854-4469 View (925) 854-4469
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Ran Ren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560
My name is Rena, a licensed clinical therapist. I am a multicultural client-centered therapist fluent in English and Mandarin who has worked in the mental health field for 7 years. I have worked with adults, seniors, children, families, and veterans, and have helped people with depression, anxiety, life coaching, behavioral issues, coping skills, divorce, relationship issues, trauma, PTSD, women's issues, and more. I tailor my approach based on individual needs. My goal is to equip you with a set of tools to increase self-awareness, face difficult emotions, develop healthy relationships and make more mindful choices.
My name is Rena, a licensed clinical therapist. I am a multicultural client-centered therapist fluent in English and Mandarin who has worked in the mental health field for 7 years. I have worked with adults, seniors, children, families, and veterans, and have helped people with depression, anxiety, life coaching, behavioral issues, coping skills, divorce, relationship issues, trauma, PTSD, women's issues, and more. I tailor my approach based on individual needs. My goal is to equip you with a set of tools to increase self-awareness, face difficult emotions, develop healthy relationships and make more mindful choices.
(619) 489-6265 View (619) 489-6265
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Katina Laib
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560
Do you struggle with overwhelming emotions? Maybe you are frozen by anxiety or overrun by worries you can't control. Or you feel so numb, empty and hopeless that you can't concentrate or work. These emotions cause you to snap at others or retreat so that your relationships are not what you want them to be. In our sessions, you will learn what keeps you stuck and identify new ways thinking and behaving so you can move forward. You will also learn what to do when you are feeling intense emotions and be able to stop avoiding life.
Do you struggle with overwhelming emotions? Maybe you are frozen by anxiety or overrun by worries you can't control. Or you feel so numb, empty and hopeless that you can't concentrate or work. These emotions cause you to snap at others or retreat so that your relationships are not what you want them to be. In our sessions, you will learn what keeps you stuck and identify new ways thinking and behaving so you can move forward. You will also learn what to do when you are feeling intense emotions and be able to stop avoiding life.
(657) 315-6055 View (657) 315-6055
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Yangyang Xie
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560
My name is Dorothy Xie. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. My approach is evidence-based and strength-based, solution-focused, and utilizes several modalities such as ACT, CBT, DBT, Family Systems, Gottman Method, Gestalt, EMDR, mindfulness, and more. I work with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of areas including depression, anger management, anxiety, behavioral issues, coping skills, cultural stress, relationship issues, family conflict, grief, and trauma & PTSD, amongst others.
My name is Dorothy Xie. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. My approach is evidence-based and strength-based, solution-focused, and utilizes several modalities such as ACT, CBT, DBT, Family Systems, Gottman Method, Gestalt, EMDR, mindfulness, and more. I work with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of areas including depression, anger management, anxiety, behavioral issues, coping skills, cultural stress, relationship issues, family conflict, grief, and trauma & PTSD, amongst others.
(714) 613-4937 View (714) 613-4937
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Beth Ann Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newark, CA 94560
I am passionate about supporting my clients in connecting with the essence of who they are, so that they may manifest more freely and fully in the world. I welcome you as a whole being with the capacity to touch into and consciously connect with the intelligence of the healing and transformative forces available to us all. I am interested in meeting you wherever you are in your present experience and supporting your own rhythm and pacing. Our counseling sessions together will offer you an invitation to: deepen self-awareness & grounding in the body, align with what supports you, tap into what inspires you,
I am passionate about supporting my clients in connecting with the essence of who they are, so that they may manifest more freely and fully in the world. I welcome you as a whole being with the capacity to touch into and consciously connect with the intelligence of the healing and transformative forces available to us all. I am interested in meeting you wherever you are in your present experience and supporting your own rhythm and pacing. Our counseling sessions together will offer you an invitation to: deepen self-awareness & grounding in the body, align with what supports you, tap into what inspires you,
(510) 491-9337 View (510) 491-9337
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Stephanie Nguyen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560
As a psychotherapist I can help when you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or facing difficult changes. I provide a safe space where you can talk about your most troubling issues. It is within this space where we can work together to identity how you want your life to be different and the steps to the life you want.
As a psychotherapist I can help when you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or facing difficult changes. I provide a safe space where you can talk about your most troubling issues. It is within this space where we can work together to identity how you want your life to be different and the steps to the life you want.
(510) 254-5406 View (510) 254-5406
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Jocelyn Yu Pan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560
My practice is consisted of two parts. I provide psychotherapy for child, adolescent and adult clients. My second half of the practice focuses on neuropsychological assessment. I provide assessment for clients who may carry clinical and educational diagnoses including ADHD, autism, specific learning disorder, Bipolar Disorder, dementia/Alzheimer's Disease, and personality disorders. I work collaboratively with local psychiatrists, neurologists, pediatricians and school teachers. My office is one of the preferred testing sites for IQ assessment by a few well-known private schools in the bay area.
My practice is consisted of two parts. I provide psychotherapy for child, adolescent and adult clients. My second half of the practice focuses on neuropsychological assessment. I provide assessment for clients who may carry clinical and educational diagnoses including ADHD, autism, specific learning disorder, Bipolar Disorder, dementia/Alzheimer's Disease, and personality disorders. I work collaboratively with local psychiatrists, neurologists, pediatricians and school teachers. My office is one of the preferred testing sites for IQ assessment by a few well-known private schools in the bay area.
(408) 800-4177 View (408) 800-4177
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Maitrayee Baksi-Banerjee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560
Welcome! I provide a safe and relaxing place to heal and grow. I use my 23 years of experience to help people who are struggling to make sense of their lives and relationships. I help provide therapeutic environment where you can unleash yourself in discussing your journey for help as you curve through difficulties, while dealing with the brutal, impossible professional demands of Silicon Valley, growing as an individual, creating and recreating relationships, and many life changing events. I provide therapy to deal with issues, conflicts, desires to make changes, self-explorations and many other purposes.
Welcome! I provide a safe and relaxing place to heal and grow. I use my 23 years of experience to help people who are struggling to make sense of their lives and relationships. I help provide therapeutic environment where you can unleash yourself in discussing your journey for help as you curve through difficulties, while dealing with the brutal, impossible professional demands of Silicon Valley, growing as an individual, creating and recreating relationships, and many life changing events. I provide therapy to deal with issues, conflicts, desires to make changes, self-explorations and many other purposes.
(408) 816-1221 View (408) 816-1221
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Seema Pai
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560
Waitlist for new clients
Looking for therapeutic support? Find out more on how I can help on my website for more information on the help that I can offer. www.drseemapaimissionpps.com
Looking for therapeutic support? Find out more on how I can help on my website for more information on the help that I can offer. www.drseemapaimissionpps.com
(510) 426-5573 View (510) 426-5573
Kristen Rouse Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560
Practices empowerment and the healing arts of psychotherapy for adults, couples, families, and groups. Experienced in supporting parenthood through fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting education, coaching, and support. Treats multiple and co-occurring disorders. Experienced in supporting mood disorders and symptoms, including depression, anxiety, and compulsions. Trauma specialist. Grief and loss. Experienced treating first responders. Provides LGBTQIA safe and affirming space and is experienced and trained in transgender and non-heteronormative support. Works to strengthen families and partners with their goals and values.
Practices empowerment and the healing arts of psychotherapy for adults, couples, families, and groups. Experienced in supporting parenthood through fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting education, coaching, and support. Treats multiple and co-occurring disorders. Experienced in supporting mood disorders and symptoms, including depression, anxiety, and compulsions. Trauma specialist. Grief and loss. Experienced treating first responders. Provides LGBTQIA safe and affirming space and is experienced and trained in transgender and non-heteronormative support. Works to strengthen families and partners with their goals and values.
(510) 403-1118 View (510) 403-1118

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Kenneth Leong
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fremont, CA 94538  (Online Only)
Lastly, I have extensive experience in working with Asian and Asian-American folks who are burdened by history of immigration, acculturation, cultural family dynamics, and identity.
I offer services for adults struggling with difficult family dynamics, mental health distress, and emotional burdens. The emotional experiences you encounter can be shaped by your upbringing and family history. My role as your therapist is to help you rediscover important parts of yourself, gain more emotional flexibility, and facilitate change to your current circumstances. I specialize in working with adults dealing with depression, grief, loneliness, anxiety, relational issues, anger management, and history of trauma and abuse. I connect with my patients in a warm and steady manner, establishing trust for our work together.
Lastly, I have extensive experience in working with Asian and Asian-American folks who are burdened by history of immigration, acculturation, cultural family dynamics, and identity.
I offer services for adults struggling with difficult family dynamics, mental health distress, and emotional burdens. The emotional experiences you encounter can be shaped by your upbringing and family history. My role as your therapist is to help you rediscover important parts of yourself, gain more emotional flexibility, and facilitate change to your current circumstances. I specialize in working with adults dealing with depression, grief, loneliness, anxiety, relational issues, anger management, and history of trauma and abuse. I connect with my patients in a warm and steady manner, establishing trust for our work together.
(415) 366-3573 View (415) 366-3573
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Dora Hu
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fremont, CA 94538  (Online Only)
I take special interest in working with Asian immigrants and can provide therapeutic services in Cantonese and Mandarin.
Our upbringing and past experiences can create blind spots, causing emotional distress, making it difficult to navigate challenges personally and interpersonally. If you're seeking to deepen self-awareness, heal from past wounds, and develop new strategies for life's ups and downs, I'm here to support you. Together in therapy, we can explore the roots of anxiety, depression, intergenerational trauma, and relationship issues, helping you uncover your innate strengths and view yourself and the world with greater clarity. Let’s work together to overcome these roadblocks and build a more fulfilling life.
I take special interest in working with Asian immigrants and can provide therapeutic services in Cantonese and Mandarin.
Our upbringing and past experiences can create blind spots, causing emotional distress, making it difficult to navigate challenges personally and interpersonally. If you're seeking to deepen self-awareness, heal from past wounds, and develop new strategies for life's ups and downs, I'm here to support you. Together in therapy, we can explore the roots of anxiety, depression, intergenerational trauma, and relationship issues, helping you uncover your innate strengths and view yourself and the world with greater clarity. Let’s work together to overcome these roadblocks and build a more fulfilling life.
(510) 379-9970 View (510) 379-9970
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Rebecca Peng
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fremont, CA 94537
Waitlist for new clients
As an Asian female therapist, I deeply understand the challenges and opportunities that come with a bi-cultural upbringing. Every individual possesses the innate desire to grow as well as the capacity to heal from traumas and painful life events. I am here to guide you through difficult life transitions and improve your relationships. I will help you approach life with fresh perspectives and more effective strategies. I have more than a decade of therapy experience with clients of all ages struggling with issues such as depression and anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief and loss, and unhealthy relationships.
As an Asian female therapist, I deeply understand the challenges and opportunities that come with a bi-cultural upbringing. Every individual possesses the innate desire to grow as well as the capacity to heal from traumas and painful life events. I am here to guide you through difficult life transitions and improve your relationships. I will help you approach life with fresh perspectives and more effective strategies. I have more than a decade of therapy experience with clients of all ages struggling with issues such as depression and anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief and loss, and unhealthy relationships.
(415) 413-0418 View (415) 413-0418

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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.