Hello!

I’m Richard (he/him), a gay Taiwanese-American, licensed therapist. Like many children of immigrants, emotions and mental health came second to keeping my head down and focusing on surviving. I’ve seen how others around me were trying their best to make sense of their own mental health without having the vocabulary to name their experiences. It’s because of these unspoken struggles that I chose to become a therapist. I wanted to turn stigmas and stereotypes on their heads and help people learn a new language to define what mental health can mean to them.

I studied Psychobiology as an undergrad and completed my graduate degree in Social Work. My experiences have involved advocating for and working with marginalized communities through a wide range of challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, substance use, identity development, race-based discrimination, and relationship conflicts. I use a blend of behavioral and relational therapies to provide culturally- and queer- affirming care. My goal as a therapist is to center your lived experience in our work, with the goal of helping you achieve a fulfilling and balanced life.

You can usually find me either lounging on the couch with my cat, playing video games, trying new tea shops, or hiking around the Bay!

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation - contact me here!