“I’m getting the message that you’re just fine on your own.”
My therapist waited patiently as I slowly took in her words.
She was right. I was moving through my days appearing just fine, staying hidden inside of myself and getting by relying only on myself. This kept me safe from the world of expectation, disappointment, judgment, pressure, the unknown, and appearing “too much” for others.
But “fine” also left me feeling alone even when I wasn’t. I craved something deeper with my partner, my friends, my family. I realized that I wanted more than just fine.
So I came out of hiding to truly meet her.
Over time, we came across clarity, shared tears, trust, shelter, meaningful connection, and lots of humor. Our time together unlocked the doors for me to nurture self-compassion, understand and advocate for my needs, bravely reach out to loved ones with vulnerability, and build deeply satisfying relationships.
Encountering other humans in this way has become my joy.
It would be my honor to truly meet you, fellow human.
As an Emotionally Focused therapist, I offer individual & couples therapy to adults seeking to deepen their relationships. My clients tend to be thoughtful, intelligent, sensitive creatives and professionals wanting to access their more vulnerable emotions. I'm an LGBTQ+ affirming, neuro-affirming, Asian-American therapist passionate about work with BIPOC folks. I also embrace working with exvangelicals and individuals seeking spiritual abuse recovery.
I use Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) to help emotionally disconnected couples grow in intimacy and improve communication. With AEDP, I help adults with avoidant attachment, perfectionism, and high-functioning anxiety feel securely connected to self and others.
Let’s gently invite your emotions forward, regard them, and patiently learn from them. We will strengthen your sense of self, tenderly heal past wounds, disarm unhelpful patterns, and uncover freedom.
Your story is unique. I’m curious about what matters to you most.
Wherever you find yourself today, we will start there.
My office is located in Eagle Rock in Northeast Los Angeles serving residents of Eagle Rock, Pasadena, South Pasadena, Highland Park, Atwater Village, Silverlake, East Hollywood, Echo Park, Glassell Park, Burbank, Downtown LA, and the Greater Los Angeles Area. Telehealth sessions are available to residents across California.