Asian Therapists in Oregon
I work with older adolescents (16+) and adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained by stress, depression, work pressure, relationships, or major life transitions. Many also seek support around identity, including immigration experiences and racial/cultural identity concerns. I provide a space to slow down, gain clarity, and better understand patterns that may be keeping them stuck, so they can move toward greater stability, self-understanding, and direction. 我提供普通话咨询服务。
I work with older adolescents (16+) and adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained by stress, depression, work pressure, relationships, or major life transitions. Many also seek support around identity, including immigration experiences and racial/cultural identity concerns. I provide a space to slow down, gain clarity, and better understand patterns that may be keeping them stuck, so they can move toward greater stability, self-understanding, and direction. 我提供普通话咨询服务。
Esther Cho
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC
5 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223
Waitlist for new clients
Understanding your own journey is one of the bravest things you will ever do for yourself. Sometimes our story doesn’t follow the plan we had dreamed of, or it takes some turns for the worst, leaving us feeling lost, hopeless, and/or lonely. When difficult transitions occur, it makes understanding our story even more difficult. When you enter this season of trying to make sense of the twists and turns, having a skilled companion by your side to listen, see you, affirm you, and explore difficult parts of your story can be healing. I am here to help you discover that inner strength, and provide clarity, and support.
Understanding your own journey is one of the bravest things you will ever do for yourself. Sometimes our story doesn’t follow the plan we had dreamed of, or it takes some turns for the worst, leaving us feeling lost, hopeless, and/or lonely. When difficult transitions occur, it makes understanding our story even more difficult. When you enter this season of trying to make sense of the twists and turns, having a skilled companion by your side to listen, see you, affirm you, and explore difficult parts of your story can be healing. I am here to help you discover that inner strength, and provide clarity, and support.
Hello! My name is Priscilla (she/her). Being a human is not always easy and it certainly does not always feel good. I have found that attuned relationships can help us navigate the challenges that come with being human. If you find yourself struggling with self-worth, a sense of belonging, or the question of "Who am I really?," then let's connect.
Hello! My name is Priscilla (she/her). Being a human is not always easy and it certainly does not always feel good. I have found that attuned relationships can help us navigate the challenges that come with being human. If you find yourself struggling with self-worth, a sense of belonging, or the question of "Who am I really?," then let's connect.
Hello, 哈囉! I'm Cindy (she/her)—a second-generation Taiwanese American born and raised on the East Coast. I've lived in Taiwan as well as Oregon, where I’m now based. Growing up in an immigrant, bicultural household taught me early on that there are multiple perspectives and ways of being and moving in this world. This can be beautiful, but also confusing (think: fragmentation). To me, the source of our problems is from a lack of connection, whether to our true selves, to our histories, our cultures, and/or to each other. My goal is to bring awareness to these parts and move you toward a more "whole" sense of self.
Hello, 哈囉! I'm Cindy (she/her)—a second-generation Taiwanese American born and raised on the East Coast. I've lived in Taiwan as well as Oregon, where I’m now based. Growing up in an immigrant, bicultural household taught me early on that there are multiple perspectives and ways of being and moving in this world. This can be beautiful, but also confusing (think: fragmentation). To me, the source of our problems is from a lack of connection, whether to our true selves, to our histories, our cultures, and/or to each other. My goal is to bring awareness to these parts and move you toward a more "whole" sense of self.
Kokua Counseling PDX, LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, MEd
1 Endorsed
Lake Oswego, OR 97035
I'm an Asian-Mexican American that grew up in a household of two similar but also different cultures.
I have proven and demonstrated successful results working with clients that need guidance and support through the stressors of life. I have worked successfully with children, adolescents and families with Autism since 2001 and I am also a parent of a teen with Autism and ADHD.
I'm an Asian-Mexican American that grew up in a household of two similar but also different cultures.
I have proven and demonstrated successful results working with clients that need guidance and support through the stressors of life. I have worked successfully with children, adolescents and families with Autism since 2001 and I am also a parent of a teen with Autism and ADHD.
As a first generation immigrant, Vivien understands how the complexities of living in between two or more cultural worlds can cause us to question ourselves and our boundaries, and diminish our values and wishes for the sake of others. I support individuals to understand themselves and their histories so that they can work toward goals of developing more fulfilling relationships, progressing academically and professionally, healing from complex trauma, and gaining a sense of balance and confidence as they navigate life in a complicated world.
As a first generation immigrant, Vivien understands how the complexities of living in between two or more cultural worlds can cause us to question ourselves and our boundaries, and diminish our values and wishes for the sake of others. I support individuals to understand themselves and their histories so that they can work toward goals of developing more fulfilling relationships, progressing academically and professionally, healing from complex trauma, and gaining a sense of balance and confidence as they navigate life in a complicated world.
As a queer biracial Asian American woman, I know how complex and powerful our identities can be.
I enjoy working with couples, families, teens, and children from diverse backgrounds—especially those curious or conflicted about their identities or upbringing. My ideal clients seek a safe, compassionate space to explore parts of themselves that feel wounded, overwhelmed, or disconnected. They may struggle with expressing emotions or forming secure bonds. Together, we examine how unmet emotional needs and past patterns shape their relationships—helping them build deeper self-understanding, communicate more vulnerably, and form more authentic connections.
As a queer biracial Asian American woman, I know how complex and powerful our identities can be.
I enjoy working with couples, families, teens, and children from diverse backgrounds—especially those curious or conflicted about their identities or upbringing. My ideal clients seek a safe, compassionate space to explore parts of themselves that feel wounded, overwhelmed, or disconnected. They may struggle with expressing emotions or forming secure bonds. Together, we examine how unmet emotional needs and past patterns shape their relationships—helping them build deeper self-understanding, communicate more vulnerably, and form more authentic connections.
人生往往會面臨各種挑戰，我們時常會感到絕望與囚禁。事實上擁有負面的想法與信念或感到人生無動力都是在人生道路上很常見的。當你受到情緒與想法上的折磨是可以很痛苦且影響你的日常作息，但是要記住「沒有關西，是可以感到心情低落的!」。情緒與想法皆是非常的雜亂的東西因此讓我一起解析你的情緒與抉擇幫助你往心靈上自我實現的道路走。
人生往往會面臨各種挑戰，我們時常會感到絕望與囚禁。事實上擁有負面的想法與信念或感到人生無動力都是在人生道路上很常見的。當你受到情緒與想法上的折磨是可以很痛苦且影響你的日常作息，但是要記住「沒有關西，是可以感到心情低落的!」。情緒與想法皆是非常的雜亂的東西因此讓我一起解析你的情緒與抉擇幫助你往心靈上自我實現的道路走。
Tried all the reframing, breathing, grounding, and distraction techniques, but still don't feel quite right? If you’re tired of scratching the surface in therapy and are ready to dig deeper, but aren’t sure how, you’ve come to the right place!
Our work together will be a partnership, with you leading the way as the expert of your life. I will be here to guide and support you as you explore the parts of yourself that have yet to be fully understood. My approach is flexible and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from a range of modalities such as somatic approach, parts work, and nervous system regulation.
Tried all the reframing, breathing, grounding, and distraction techniques, but still don't feel quite right? If you’re tired of scratching the surface in therapy and are ready to dig deeper, but aren’t sure how, you’ve come to the right place!
Our work together will be a partnership, with you leading the way as the expert of your life. I will be here to guide and support you as you explore the parts of yourself that have yet to be fully understood. My approach is flexible and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from a range of modalities such as somatic approach, parts work, and nervous system regulation.
I work with people who are curious, reflective, and willing to question the status quo. Have you ever felt unseen, unheard, or misunderstood? Have you struggled to find words for your experience, yet parts of you long to be acknowledged? These moments can be uncomfortable and challenging, but they're also where growth, creativity, and self-discovery can emerge. Therapy offers a place to explore the parts of yourself that have been unseen, unheard, or unacknowledged - without judgement.Together, we can make room for your story, and connect to the parts of you that has not been recognized and understood.
I work with people who are curious, reflective, and willing to question the status quo. Have you ever felt unseen, unheard, or misunderstood? Have you struggled to find words for your experience, yet parts of you long to be acknowledged? These moments can be uncomfortable and challenging, but they're also where growth, creativity, and self-discovery can emerge. Therapy offers a place to explore the parts of yourself that have been unseen, unheard, or unacknowledged - without judgement.Together, we can make room for your story, and connect to the parts of you that has not been recognized and understood.
Licensed in Oregon, Washington, and Maine. I work with couples and individuals who are seeking relational and personal transformation. While we all carry the weight of past experiences, I see my clients through a lens of possibility—through their deepest strengths and their innate wisdom. I believe that everyone already has the essential ingredients for positive change and healing. Clients who work with me will be compassionately challenged while also being supportively held and accepted. Because of my unique background, I am a great fit for multicultural and multiracial couples and individuals with complex intersections.
Licensed in Oregon, Washington, and Maine. I work with couples and individuals who are seeking relational and personal transformation. While we all carry the weight of past experiences, I see my clients through a lens of possibility—through their deepest strengths and their innate wisdom. I believe that everyone already has the essential ingredients for positive change and healing. Clients who work with me will be compassionately challenged while also being supportively held and accepted. Because of my unique background, I am a great fit for multicultural and multiracial couples and individuals with complex intersections.
Welcome! I primarily work with couples and individuals in Washington and Oregon, offering a supportive, confidential space where clients feel genuinely heard, respected, and understood. In couples therapy, I help couples slow reactive patterns, deepen their understanding of one another’s experiences, and build healthier, more effective ways to communicate and reconnect. Together, we strengthen your emotional well-being, rebuild trust, and create more secure, fulfilling relationships. I also work with individuals navigating grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and trauma, supporting acceptance and connection.
Welcome! I primarily work with couples and individuals in Washington and Oregon, offering a supportive, confidential space where clients feel genuinely heard, respected, and understood. In couples therapy, I help couples slow reactive patterns, deepen their understanding of one another’s experiences, and build healthier, more effective ways to communicate and reconnect. Together, we strengthen your emotional well-being, rebuild trust, and create more secure, fulfilling relationships. I also work with individuals navigating grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and trauma, supporting acceptance and connection.
My primary goal as a therapist is to help my clients reconnect with their most authentic selves, which often gets silenced or pushed aside from past wounds. I offer a warm, welcoming space where you can explore how your lived experiences have shaped who you are, cultivate safety within your body and relationships, and build resilience and inner strength to navigate life’s ebbs and flows. My ideal clients are young adults and BIPOC individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem struggles, identity concerns, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I'm currently accepting clients in both WA and OR state.
My primary goal as a therapist is to help my clients reconnect with their most authentic selves, which often gets silenced or pushed aside from past wounds. I offer a warm, welcoming space where you can explore how your lived experiences have shaped who you are, cultivate safety within your body and relationships, and build resilience and inner strength to navigate life’s ebbs and flows. My ideal clients are young adults and BIPOC individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem struggles, identity concerns, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I'm currently accepting clients in both WA and OR state.
Are you ready to make a change in your life? Change can feel scary, difficult, and unpredictable, but you don't have to face it alone. I'm here to support you every step of the way. I enjoy working with individuals, children, teens, couples, and families, meeting each client where they are while helping them feel seen, heard, and understood. I believe everyone is capable of change, and that a trusting therapeutic relationship is the foundation for challenging old patterns, fostering growth, and creating lasting change. If you're ready to work together, fill out my inquiry form on my website.
Are you ready to make a change in your life? Change can feel scary, difficult, and unpredictable, but you don't have to face it alone. I'm here to support you every step of the way. I enjoy working with individuals, children, teens, couples, and families, meeting each client where they are while helping them feel seen, heard, and understood. I believe everyone is capable of change, and that a trusting therapeutic relationship is the foundation for challenging old patterns, fostering growth, and creating lasting change. If you're ready to work together, fill out my inquiry form on my website.
Hi there! Starting your healing journey can be a daunting process, and you have already taken a tremendous first step by searching for a therapist. I strive to create a therapeutic space where you feel empowered to navigate concerns related to anxiety, depression, insomnia, trauma, life transitions, and identity issues. Additionally, I am a BIPOC and queer counselor and enjoy working with BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ clients.
Hi there! Starting your healing journey can be a daunting process, and you have already taken a tremendous first step by searching for a therapist. I strive to create a therapeutic space where you feel empowered to navigate concerns related to anxiety, depression, insomnia, trauma, life transitions, and identity issues. Additionally, I am a BIPOC and queer counselor and enjoy working with BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ clients.
At BHC we proudly offer services in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese and Arabic. As a women-owned and operated mental health collective, our mission is to foster a safe and empowering environment where both clients and staff feel understood, valued, and supported. We deeply believe in the human capacity for growth and transformation, especially when guided by a compassionate and skilled expert. We are dedicated to building meaningful connections with our clients, partnering with them on their journey toward wellness. Your progress and well-being are our top priorities, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
At BHC we proudly offer services in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese and Arabic. As a women-owned and operated mental health collective, our mission is to foster a safe and empowering environment where both clients and staff feel understood, valued, and supported. We deeply believe in the human capacity for growth and transformation, especially when guided by a compassionate and skilled expert. We are dedicated to building meaningful connections with our clients, partnering with them on their journey toward wellness. Your progress and well-being are our top priorities, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
I approach therapy from the belief that everyone has the ability to heal. My goal is to help you gain trust in yourself and recognize your unique strengths. I seek to support you in building a sense of empowerment within oppressive systems or challenging situations. What this looks like in the therapy room is me giving information on skills, identifying patterns, supporting you in finding creative solutions, and facilitating emotional processing.
I approach therapy from the belief that everyone has the ability to heal. My goal is to help you gain trust in yourself and recognize your unique strengths. I seek to support you in building a sense of empowerment within oppressive systems or challenging situations. What this looks like in the therapy room is me giving information on skills, identifying patterns, supporting you in finding creative solutions, and facilitating emotional processing.
You care about relationships, communities, and the way you show up in the world. You find yourself navigating unfulfilled longing, grief, shame, despair, or somatic pain that feel difficult to metabolize on your own. You may be a survivor, neurodiverse, or chronically ill. At times, what you are experiencing may feel overwhelming.
I am a seasoned therapist with understanding and experience to not unwittingly support you to stay stuck in a loop. You will witness yourself transforming in real time.
I tend to be a strong match for people who feel and care deeply, including social justice oriented healers, artists, and activists.
You care about relationships, communities, and the way you show up in the world. You find yourself navigating unfulfilled longing, grief, shame, despair, or somatic pain that feel difficult to metabolize on your own. You may be a survivor, neurodiverse, or chronically ill. At times, what you are experiencing may feel overwhelming.
I am a seasoned therapist with understanding and experience to not unwittingly support you to stay stuck in a loop. You will witness yourself transforming in real time.
I tend to be a strong match for people who feel and care deeply, including social justice oriented healers, artists, and activists.
Our lives are made up of relationships, whether they be familial, romantic, or friendly. These relationships can be sources of both great joy and great conflict, and can have a huge impact on our daily lives and well-being. Relational therapy gives you the opportunity to work on any issues that may have arisen in your relationship, and it can also highlight some of your relationship's greatest strengths. In our work together, we can rebuild, repair, and strengthen the important relationships in your life. I understand that your life is busy and time is limited. For your convenience, I offer limited evening and weekend appointments.
Our lives are made up of relationships, whether they be familial, romantic, or friendly. These relationships can be sources of both great joy and great conflict, and can have a huge impact on our daily lives and well-being. Relational therapy gives you the opportunity to work on any issues that may have arisen in your relationship, and it can also highlight some of your relationship's greatest strengths. In our work together, we can rebuild, repair, and strengthen the important relationships in your life. I understand that your life is busy and time is limited. For your convenience, I offer limited evening and weekend appointments.
My approach to therapy facilitates personal growth and healing, and begins by meeting you where you are. My intention is to help you expand your own felt-sense of well-being, safety and personal agency through welcoming, working with, and integrating all of the different aspects of who you are. My clients tell me that I feel safe, warm and direct. I will offer you a space to be witnessed and integrate tools that sharpen your awareness of yourself and how you relate to others. I'm an IFS Level 3 trained clinician who assists in IFS trainings as a Program Assistant. I'm also trained in EMDR.
My approach to therapy facilitates personal growth and healing, and begins by meeting you where you are. My intention is to help you expand your own felt-sense of well-being, safety and personal agency through welcoming, working with, and integrating all of the different aspects of who you are. My clients tell me that I feel safe, warm and direct. I will offer you a space to be witnessed and integrate tools that sharpen your awareness of yourself and how you relate to others. I'm an IFS Level 3 trained clinician who assists in IFS trainings as a Program Assistant. I'm also trained in EMDR.
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FAQ - Asian Counseling
What can an Asian therapist help with?
An Asian therapist can help with the same concerns as any other therapist, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, stress, grief, and major life transitions. How an Asian therapist can make the experience feel different, however, is the possibility of shared cultural understanding. If you identify with a background such as Chinese, Korean, Indian, Vietnamese, Filipino, or Japanese, working with a therapist who shares or understands aspects of your culture may help you feel more comfortable opening up on such topics.
What role can language play in therapy?
Language can play an important role in therapy because people often express emotions, family dynamics, and personal experiences differently depending on the language they are speaking. For some individuals, working with a therapist who speaks their native language, whether it be Mandarin, Korean, Vietnamese, Japanese, or another language, may help sessions feel more natural and emotionally connected. Even if you are fluent in English, certain thoughts or feelings may still feel easier to communicate in your native language.
How can an Asian therapist support couples counseling or family therapy?
Cultural background can play an important role in couples counseling and family therapy, particularly when family expectations, communication styles, generational differences, or cultural traditions are influencing the relationship. An Asian therapist may help partners and family members navigate these topics with more cultural understanding and less need to explain the context behind them. For multicultural or multilingual families, a Asian therapist who is bilingual may also help ensure that each person feels heard and understood during sessions.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience with Asian clients?
If cultural background is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask prospective therapists whether they have experience working with clients who share your cultural background or speak your preferred language. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might also ask whether they have worked with clients experiencing concerns related to identity, intergenerational conflict, family expectations, or cultural stigma around mental health.
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.