Sayo Matsuda, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Sayo!

I see adolescents and adults. My specialties include anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral problems, relational issues, and communication challenges.

My focus

I have worked with various populations and learned a lot from my clients regarding their cultural beliefs and views of mental health. My clinical experience working with different populations will help me to understand you better.

My approach

I utilize DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Seeking Safety, IPT (Interpersonal Therapy), and Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) to work with families, parents, and individual clients.

My communication style

I am an active listener, honest, and clear in explaining when a client needs to understand something, such as issues.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have had my own trauma experience in the past, and I can relate to clients who are suffering from mental illness. I became a person who supports people through their challenges.

My goals for you

I would like to help you have a better life, which means feeling better and doing better. Setting a goal that you can achieve, and I would like to be part of your team to achieve that goal.

Our first session

There will be lots of questions to understand you. I will take notes while listening to you.

I identify as...

Female
Asian
Buddhist

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English, Japanese

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Counseling Psychology from Mount Saint Mary's University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Sayo Matsuda