I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of California (PSY 23823) with 20 years of experience providing psychological services. My passion is providing high quality psychological care to my patients and I have worked effectively with adults experiencing anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic attacks, phobias, and trauma. The research supported models of therapy I draw from include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Inference Based CBT (I-CBT), Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma. I am Level 5 Certified TEAM-CBT therapist and trainer. Additionally, I am actively involved in training therapists to use TEAM-CBT and treat OCD.
I enjoy working with individuals from culturally and ethnically diverse backgrounds. As an Asian American therapist, I offer culturally sensitive services to all individuals including people of color, immigrants, women and LGBTQ+ individuals.
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my partner and two children, trying new foods, and exploring all the Bay Area has to offer.
Background & Training
- Licensed Psychologist California #23823 (2010)
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, The University of Texas Medical Branch Postdoctoral Fellow (2008-2010)
- VA Palo Alto Health Care System Predoctoral Training Internship (2008)
- University of Houston, MA (2005) and PhD (2008), Clinical Psychology (APA accredited)
- University of California, Davis, BS, Psychology (2001)
Providing state-of-the-art therapy requires constant practice and skill development. Since 2013, I have been learning advanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques and have earned Level 5 certification from the Feeling Good Institute. This means I have the highest level of training in a specialized CBT approach developed by David Burns, MD. Additionally, I have been certified in exposure and response prevention for OCD through the Center for Treatment and Study of Anxiety at the University of Pennsylvania and the Behavioral Therapy Training Institute.
Professional Associations
Advanced Training
- Behavior Therapy Training Institute (International OCD Foundation- IOCDF)
- Advanced Behavior Therapy Training Institute Forum (IOCDF)
- Exposure and Ritual Prevention for OCD Intensive Workshop (Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety)
- 9 week Inference Based CBT (I-CBT) Training Course for Clinicians Treating OCD
- Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE)
- SPACE-FTL (Parent-Based Treatment for Highly Dependent Adult Children)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Body Dysmorphic Disorder
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
- CBT-Based Treatment for Trichotillomania & Skin Picking Disorder
- 2-Day Intensive Training: Cognitive Processing Therapy: An Evidence-Based Approach to Treat PTSD and Related Conditions
- Level 5 TEAM CBT Certification
- Anti-Racism Therapy: Moving Beyond Cultural Competence
- Treating Racial Trauma
Ongoing Advanced Professional Training
- Therapist Consultation Group for OCD Treatment
Past Presentations/Workshops
- Improving OCD Treatment: Basics and Beyond
- Maximizing Exposures for the Treatment of OCD
- Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: A Course for Trainers
- Diversity in CBT: A Therapist's guide to Effectively Serving Diverse Populations
