Asian Therapists in San Francisco, CA
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Yu-Shan Huang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
As a queer
Asian
therapist holding both privileged and oppressed identities, I value diversity and honor each individual's unique identities and strengths.
I'm a San Francisco based therapist licensed in California. My bi-cultural background helped me expand my awareness and develop skills around the intersection of cross-cultural issues and relational trauma. I work well with adults who grew up from emotionally unavailable caregivers, couples who struggles with communication/ connection/ intimacy and cross-cultural conflicts. I support clients in connecting with their feelings and authentic selves to build a more balanced and healthier relationship with others and oneself. Together we will aim to transfer your therapeutic progress into any aspect of your life.
Audrey Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Welcome to My Practice! I am a Level 3 Gottman trained therapist and I have experience providing Pre-Marital counseling and support to couples from all backgrounds. I have completed my training in EMDR at the EMDR Institute, and I have received extensive training in Brainspotting which is another form of somatic trauma treatment. In addition, I specialized in working with
Asian
American Women , educators, and
Asian
American couples. In my work with clients, I draw from a client-centered perspective and I incorporate evidence-based practices, including Gottman, CBT, and EMDR.
Peter Chan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience working with professionals and entrepreneurs, as well as members of the LGBTQ and
Asian
communities.
I understand how important it is for my clients to feel supported and be able to address their immediate concerns as quickly and as effectively as possible. I view therapy as a collaborative process where I work with my clients to acquire the appropriate coping skills for their present difficulties while gaining the understanding and insight needed to handle future challenges. By working together, I will help you to build on your strengths and expand your skills to not only cope with the obstacles in life, but to optimize your well-being and to reach for your full potential.
Michelle Vo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Individuals I enjoy working with include perinatal and postpartum mothers, young adults and professionals, working professionals,
Asian
Americans, and people of color (BIPOC).
If you've stumbled upon my page, you're likely seeking emotional support and helpful skills to navigate life's challenges. Perhaps you've been feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected to your work, relationships, or even yourself. This can be very painful to navigate alone. In therapy with me, you can work through negative thinking patterns or habits, common stressors, and allow room for acceptance of things you cannot control. In therapy, you can gain new skills as we talk through your lived experience. Your story is unique, so we will work together to navigate treatment goals that can improve your quality of life.
Bay Area Relationship Support
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work with
Asian
American individuals and couples around relationship issues. Most of my clients are thriving in their careers, but they want more. They want meaningful and deep connections. They want to be seen and accepted for who they are. But as Asians living in the US, being seen and understood is often complicated by cultural misunderstandings, holding conflicting values and identities, communication differences, prejudice and racism, intergenerational trauma, and immigration issues.
Not accepting new clients
Elizabeth Wing-Man Choi
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I also advocate and provide resources for the
Asian
-American Pacific Islander community.
I believe our emotional and physical health are inseparable. In psychotherapy, we will explore how your brain, emotions, body, and spirituality work together in creating moment-by-moment experiences within you. My background in neuropsychology and psychotherapy will guide our work in an integrated and holistic framework. As a registered psychological assistant (PSB 94026544) supervised by Dr. Rebecca Crabb (PSY 23603), I offer individual psychotherapy and cognitive remediation for adults (age 18-64), in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. Currently, I provide teletherapy services only, to residents of California.
Therapy for Asians, LGBTQ, POC, High Achievers
Marriage & Family Therapist, IFS, EFT, BSP, MPH, PhD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
My specialties include childhood trauma; narcissistic/abusive relationships; codependency/boundaries; perfectionism; career changes; grief from illness/death of a parent; Buddhist spiritual counseling; psychedelic integration; queer or interracial relationships;
Asian
mental health; cultural identity; racism; intergenerational trauma; and family conflict.
We face so much pressure from work or family. Sometimes we have to hide parts of ourselves to fit in. And we lose touch with who we are and what makes us feel alive. Are you feeling lonely or not good enough, and longing to feel accepted for who you are? Together, we can explore what matters most to you, so you can create more of the life you want. I can support you in transforming patterns that lead to feeling stuck or overwhelmed. I offer Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Hypnotherapy, and Brainspotting, which are all proven approaches for healing trauma and reducing anxiety and depression.
Anitha Mohan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Verified
Verified
I have experience in working with people of color, especially South
Asian
and bicultural clients.
Are you struggling with feelings of shame or inadequacy? Is anxiety taking up too much space in your brain? Are you hoping to improve the relationships in your life? Have recent changes left you feeling exhausted and/or overwhelmed? Are you curious about the ways in which your identity and lived experience influence your story? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, we might be the right fit. I know finding the right therapist can be a daunting task, but it is such a brave step to take towards your healing. My not-so-hidden agenda is to help my clients live a life that feels meaningful, vibrant, and authentic to them.
Christina Li
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a first generation
Asian
American therapist with a literature/journalism B.
Finding balance and living a fulfilling life is easier said than done. The concepts may seem simple, but the reality is that it takes patience and bravery to ride out the waves. As a therapist, I encourage you to find confidence, purpose, and meaning to live authentically in the present. I have experience and passion working with those experiencing multigenerational trauma and transitions, as well as a special emphasis on creative/artistic lifestyles, and cultural competency. Prior to becoming a therapist, I was a music journalist. My roots reside in the Bay Area. I currently also serve on the Board of Directors for Cameron House.
Kenneth Alvin Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work with
Asian
American, Caucasian, Latin X, Native American and Multi Racial Clients from age 15 on up.
I create a trusting, friendly Professional Alliance , using evidence based practices in easy to understand, non psycho bablle , down to earth sessions. A place to be yourself, share, cry, express truth, smile and gain positivity, self esteem and extinguish long standing or recent issues through evidenced based tools, to bring you back to a better place in this world. Please Note, I'm Licensed in California only and cannot accept Clients from other States.
San Francisco, CA 94117
& Online
Kenneth Leong
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified
Verified
As an
Asian
-American male, I have experienced personally and worked with issues related to acculturation, immigration, and identity.
I work with adults struggling to discover satisfaction in their lives, people who find themselves with career-related stress, stagnant personal growth, or difficult relationships. My role as your therapist is to help you develop the tools to understand yourself. In turn, you will gain the flexibility and freedom to live your life fully. I specialize in working with people from diverse backgrounds in individual psychotherapy. I have expertise in depression, anxiety disorder, anger management, relationship difficulties, and trauma history.
Not accepting new clients
Vivian Lee Pichardo
Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have a special interest in working with
Asian
Americans, immigrants, children of immigrants, and people navigating multicultural identities.
I believe that lasting changes occur through profound self-understanding and awareness. This can be achieved through a collaborative relationship where we talk and think together to gain insights and meanings. My role is to provide a safe environment where a trusting relationship can be built. By listening to your stories, I will help you process the thoughts and feelings that emerge in order to develop a deeper understanding of your past traumas, inner conflicts, and destructive patterns. These newfound insights will then guide you to make changes in your current relationships or life situations.
Thien Pham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Asian
Americans in tech makes up a large part of my practice.
I specialize in working with adult children of immigrants on issues such as anxiety, work stress, perinatal mental health and cultural identity issues. I want to learn how your unique environment and experiences have shaped who you are today and the challenges that may occur as a result. I tend to be very active and engaged in sessions with my clients and enjoy discussing practical tools that may be helpful.
Wonbin Jung
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a queer
Asian
therapist, I know too well how difficult it is to find a therapist who understands your experience. I am here to make the process a bit easier for you. I work with couples who come from LGBTQIA+ and/or
Asian
, Pacific Islander, and Desi American (APIDA) communities, especially those who struggle with sex, intimacy, trust, and communication issues with their partners. I also work with queer and AAPI individuals who are experiencing low self-esteem and shame due to intersectional identities, relationship status, and intergenerational trauma.
Sunny Choi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you feeling stuck? Are you struggling with relationships or work fulfillment? Do you want to feel joyful, satisfied, and less anxious? I care about your well-being and helping you find happiness and balance is my passion. My approach is non-judgmental and collaborative. I can help you understand and change the negative patterns that contribute to your emotional distress. I’ll teach you innovative techniques to enhance your mood, improve your relationships, and live a happier, more meaningful life. As a former corporate high-tech employee, an
Asian
immigrant, and an LGBTQ person of color, I can relate to many of your struggles.
Not accepting new clients
Jason Wu
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
10 Endorsed
Verified
10 Endorsed
My specialties include complex trauma, childhood abuse/neglect, healing from narcissistic/abusive relationships, codependency and relationship problems, substance use disorders, masculinity and men's issues, couples therapy, and working with
Asian
American/minority issues such as family conflict, intergenerational trauma, cultural identity & racism.
Though I work with most issues, I specialize in helping people recover from complex trauma. People with narcissistic, abusive, or neglectful parents or partners sometimes develop issues with trusting themselves, have difficulty maintaining close relationships, struggle with an inner critic, vacillate often between depression and anxiety, lack a solid sense of identity, or feel a sense of emptiness when their lives seem great on paper. Sometimes that trauma can even become part of one's identity - I work with clients to build insight, boundaries, self-compassion, and acceptance to free themselves from it & live more fulfilling lives.
Sarah Zhang Park
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought that you should be further along in life by now? As an
Asian
American, you feel unsatisfied with where you are currently at in life, but you don't know where you should be headed. You might even feel like you lack the confidence to pursue your dreams. Because of these struggles, you might also find it hard to connect with your loved ones.
Kimberly 'kj' Hoard Nasrul
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Here’s a bit about me; how many ways might we connect? I am a: EMDR Therapy practitioner | Expressive Arts psychotherapist | musician | biracial Woman of Color
Asian
and Latinx | transracial adoptee | Certified Clinical Trauma Professional | world gallivanter | grilled cheese maker | old-school roller skater | Hostess of Stories Of Astonishing Light Podcast.
Does this sound familiar? ~ You are a multi-passionate being and also an undercover artist, healer, leader, and creative; yet, you feel guilt for prioritizing your own emotional and mental wellness. ~You are aware of the pressure to perform under expectations and judgments imposed by your family, work, and cultural standards. ~ You have achieved success but you don't believe you deserve it. ** In our work together, you will feel seen and supported as you embrace your natural resilience and creativity. You will rediscover your astonishing, healing story.
Lotus Individual and Family Therapy, PC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
We specialize in
Asian
American mental health, healing ancestral and intergenerational trauma, healing codependency, and improving communication and connection in relationships. Our clinicians offer individual (adult, teen, and child) therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, and group therapy and coaching services. Across all our services, we work from a collaborative, intersectional, relational, trauma-informed, anti-oppression, and somatic approach. We honor your courage and readiness to do something different and are available for a 20-minute complimentary consultation call to explore goodness of fit.
Diane Jung Gallo
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Hello, I’m an
Asian
American psychologist who is passionate about serving the AAPI community and all historically marginalized folx. My specialties include trauma, racial identity exploration, eating disorders/body image concerns, anxiety, and relationship concerns. With 10+ years working at university counseling centers, my expertise also includes common early adulthood concerns such as life transitions and adjustment to a new stage of life. I've also had the privilege of working with first-generation college students, international students, and those who are immigration-impacted.
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What type of therapist is right for me?
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What type of therapy is right for me?
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Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.