Japanese Therapists in Arverne, NY

Please note that my practice is for adult New Yoke State residents only. I am a Japanese-born certified Jungian Analyst. Do you feel like you're not self-actualized? Do you feel like not being able to express your authentic self and true feelings, that are not dictated by others? My goal is to help you connect to your true feelings and self and lead a balanced life that is meaningful to you. I use Jungian dream analysis and active imagination primarily, but I also use other modalities such as Mindfulness-based or Existential psychotherapy at times.

I am accepting new clients via Telehealth only at this time. I am a licensed clinical social worker with more than 10 years of experience. I have extensive experience in helping and supporting clients with a different range of mental health issues and life challenges. I provide psychotherapy in both English and Japanese. I have extraordinary experience working with people of Asian descent.

I am a clinical psychologist in Brooklyn, NY. I have been providing individual, family, and couple’s therapy and psychological/neuropsychological evaluation in English and Japanese for over 20 years. I have worked with children and adults with a broad range of mental health (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism, addiction, & PTSD), medical/neurological conditions, and complex family problems involving family law. I have been working as a supervising psychologist and served as a director of Mobile Crisis Service in Comprehensive Psychiatry Emergency Department at New York Health + Hospitals for many years.

The path to healing is not always easy, but you don’t need to do it alone. I am here to be your guide, your support, your resource, and your coconspirator. As a BIPOC, 1.5-generation Japanese American immigrant I am familiar with the stresses, struggles and challenges of immigration, acculturation, and racialization.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with a background in the U.S., Japan and Europe. I provide psychotherapy for adults who experience relationship issues, difficulty coping after a stressful event and life transitions. I draw from relational, insight-oriented, cognitive and trauma-focused approaches and am committed to creating a safe, supportive and collaborative environment.

I specialize with working younger adults who are struggling in school or at work. Transitioning to high school, college, or a new job is a stressful process. Feelings of anxiety, depression and self-doubt get in the way of thriving and excelling at school or at work. When struggling with anxiety and depression, often the quality of sleep, diet, and exercise are also poor. Relationships with friends and family are strained, as feelings of depression and anxiety make them stuck and prevent them from enjoying the world around them. Clients want to break free, and feel joy, satisfaction, and contentment. Clients want to live life happy.

With an infusion of humor and genuine warmth, I offer care that is direct, person-centered, and liberatory. By fostering a collaborative, empowering, anti-oppressive atmosphere, I actively support you as you navigate life's challenges while also celebrating your unique strengths. I encourage open communication, foster active self-discovery, and facilitate goal-setting to empower you on your personal journey toward growth, resilience, and overall well-being.

As a queer first-generation Asian American, I am passionate about the ways in which I can advocate for mental health in all communities. Culture, environment, the multiple identities you hold, and the societal systems in place can all be significant contributors to the stressors you face. In exploring these factors collaboratively with you, I hope to empower you to recognize your strengths and to draw upon them.

落ち込みや不安をなくしたい、人間関係の悩みを解決したい、はたまた、本当の自分を見つけたい。動機は人それぞれに異なります。私の行うセラピーでは、あなたの内側の感覚や感情に焦点を当て、あなたが生まれながらにして持っている力を活性化していきながら、あなた自身が答えを見つけていくお手伝いをします。（日本語サイト：www.kaoristramny.com)

私のセラピストとしての使命は、人種や、境遇に関わらず、全ての人が心のケアを受けられる世界を創ることです。 私は、社会から疎外されていたり、人生の中で困難を経験しているにも関わらず、安全な癒しの場を見つけられなかったり、共感してもらえるセラピストを見つけることができなかった方達へのサポートを提供しています。 日本人、アジア系、ハーフの方や、留学生、障害を持った方 へのサポートにも豊富な経験を持っています。私は、クライアントの課題、ニーズ、目標を第一に考え、一人ひとりに合わせたケアを提供出来るように最善を尽くすことをお約束します。 あなたの心に平和が訪れ、困難な環境を生き延びることのできる適応力を身に付けるために、私はどのようなお手伝ができますか？安心してご相談下さい。

人といると緊張して疲れる、周りが何を求めているんだろうと気になって落ち着かない、異文化圏での生活にうまくフィットしている感じがしない、いつもどこかで自分はダメだと思っている、過去の辛い体験がまだ癒えていない感じがある…。そんな悩みを抱えているとしたらもう、一人で悩み続けないでください。これらは心の奥に隠されてきた”あなたらしさ”が伝えてくれているSOSです。 我々は自分が本来感じている感情に蓋をしたりしている時、不安や落ち込みの症状として現れたりします。今このページを見ているあなたはそういう不安などを抱えながら、それをどうにかしたい、変えたいと思っているのかもしれません。その「変わりたい」と思う心、自分のSOSに気づいていることはあなた自身が既に持っている力です。

人に傷つけられて心が痛んでいませんか？過去のトラウマがおもりのようにのしかかっていて、どんなに独りでがんばっても、前に進めないことはありませんか？分かっているのに恋愛関係や周りとの関係で同じパターンを繰り返してしまい、そこから抜け出せないでいませんか？アメリカと日本文化の狭間で、自分の居場所がうまく見つけられないと感じていませんか？

I am dedicated to working with clients whose personality and life experience were shaped by more than one culture: You might be an international student or in your 20's or 30's navigating anxiety. You might have been raised by 1st generation Asian parents or one and half or 2nd generation immigrants. You might be struggling in a relationship where you and your partner come from different cultural backgrounds not feeling understood. You are in the relationship but you both feel alone in the relationship. I love to help. I work with clients individually and as couples.

We specialize in Interpersonal Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, Family Trauma, College and Work Adjustments, and Coping Skills/Habit formation. As we navigate the complex landscapes of our hearts and relationships in an ever-changing world around us, our clients come to therapy for a variety of reasons. Some are responding to curiosity or calling about themselves; some are feeling disconnected, lost, or stuck. Others are working through chaotic or transitional times of their lives. Kokoro’s compassionate attention and care seek to provide our clients a safe space to reflect, explore, and invest in themselves and relationships.

Have you noticed that you haven't been sleeping well? That you worry a lot, are unhappy or having relationship issues? Have you ever felt like your life is out of control? It doesn't have to be that way. I am here to help. Let me tell you a little bit about my background. I am Japanese but have been living in the United States for more than thirty years. I am a trained psychoanalyst and for more than 20 years have been practicing psychotherapy.

Thank you for visiting my page. You, who are reading this page, might be suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma and/or emotional destress. Or might you be doubting yourself and struggling with interpersonal relationships. With therapy, facing difficulties could be an opportunity for true healing and your personal growth. I am a New York State licensed psychotherapist. I am a certified AEDP therapist and a certified AEDP supervisor as well. Through a safe and warm relationship, in addition to establishing insights of your struggles, I will guide you through emotional and somatic experiences which are the key of real changes.

As a licensed psychologist in NY and NJ, I offer remote individual psychotherapy to adults (Mon-Thurs: 9am-5pm). My approach is collaborative, and you are an active partner in designing your personal goals. I individualize treatment based on your presenting concerns/needs as well as your unique background and history. Based on my training and experience in a variety of treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, I use an integrative approach to help you reach your personal goals, which may involve learning skills to manage life’s difficulties and developing greater understanding of yourself.

I can help you when you are: Feeling depressed, sad, panicky or anxious. Having difficulty with work/school, breaking up a relationship or seeking how to repair a relationship. Just wanting to be heard and understood. Seeking to make positive transitions, self-growth and improve yourself. I offer: Psychotherapy that can be the best for "YOU". Psychological insights, help find ways to cope with stress and best solutions. Finding a perfect therapist is a courageous important first step to achieving your goal! My practice is located in NYC, Westchester and Long Island. I will respond your inquiry within 24 hours.

Welcome! I'm Ayaka and I'm a Japanese-American psychotherapist who works primarily with high-achieving adults and interracial couples in their 20s and 30s. Do you often feel burnt out from always being the "dependable" and "responsible" one? Ever find yourself battling endless self-criticism and an urge to do everything perfectly and be in control all the time? If you're struggling to break free from these patterns and seeking healthier relationships with yourself and others, I would love to help!