“The idea of not being alone -- of having someone who sees me, same way I see the things that no one else can see, makes me feel like I'm real. Like I deserve to exist on this planet alongside everyone else. That I get to be here because there's someone else who wants me here too.”
― Kacen Callender, Hurricane Child
Trauma
We all experience trauma but sometimes, our bodies get stuck in this trauma and have difficulty moving through it without assistance. Together we can work to process the memories and beliefs you have about yourself and strengthen your inherent resiliency to help you move forward.
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing is an evidence based therapy used primarily to treat trauma, but it is also effective in treating a variety of mental health and somatic issues. It allows individuals to work through their physical reactions in addition to the thoughts that accompany these reactions. It helps people to change not only their thinking, but also how they feel when triggered. EMDR sessions can be provided in hour long weekly sessions or in more focused intensive sessions to alleviate symptoms more quickly.
Courtesy of EMDR International Association
https://www.emdria.org
Identity
As a biracial Korean American, I have my own experience of struggling, exploring and gaining confidence in my identity. I am also the child of an immigrant. I feel privileged to work with others who are coping with identity exploration and racial trauma.
I also have a long history of working with the LGBTQI+ community and am able to assist individuals who are exploring their sexual orientations and/or gender identities.
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
I offer a therapeutic modality called Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) in partnership with local medical prescribers. KAP is a holistic modality in which ketamine is used as a complement to psychotherapy to help eligible patients experience more frequent breakthroughs and sustained improvement in symptoms. I take on the psychotherapy portion of the experience, while a medical provider supports you on all medical aspects. This includes determining eligibility, developing a custom treatment plan, prescribing the medicine and monitoring outcomes.
Couples/Partners
I work with partners in a variety of relationships in order to improve communication and to build empathy and understanding for each other. Much of this work involves understanding how our current behaviors and responses are influenced by past experiences and relationships.
Veterans
Prior to starting my own practice, I worked for nearly a decade within the VA healthcare system, specifically with OEF/OIF veterans. I continue to work with veterans and am a clinical partner with The Headstrong Project (www.theheadstrongproject.org) which assists veterans with getting connected to no/low cost mental health care. Please feel free to contact me if you may be interested in this.