Youa Lee, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Youa!

I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes deeply in people’s capacity to heal, grow, and reconnect with themselves. I'm here to provide a safe space and support for clients to explore their challenges, strengths, and barriers in order to lead the life they imagine for themselves.

My focus

I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem issues, and trauma; including childhood wounds, relational trauma, and complex PTSD. Often these experiences leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves, others, and the world around us. I'm here to walk alongside you in your healing journey.

My approach

I approach therapy as a collaborative relationship rooted in compassion, curiosity, and respect. I believe you are the expert in your story and strive to honor your story, your culture, and your strengths in your journey.

My communication style

My communication style is direct, affirming, and compassionate. I value honesty and kindness in communication and encourage clients to provide feedback on what's most supportive for them in session.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have always been curious about human behavior and wanted to understand why people think, feel, and act the way they do. This curiosity led me to my own healing journey, which inspired me to become a therapist, helping others find insight, resilience, and growth. I am passionate about creating a safe space for healing and meaningful change.

My goals for you

I approach therapy as a collaborative relationship rooted in compassion, curiosity, and respect. I take an integrative approach, tailoring treatment to the needs of my clients by integrating modalities such as client-center, attachment-based therapy, somatic work, and parts work to support clients in meeting their goals.

Our first session

The first session is about building safety and trust. Therapy is a collaborative process, and we will move forward together in a way that honors your readiness, your strengths, and your unique story. This session is an opportunity to get to know each other, explore your goals, and begin creating a safe, supportive space for your healing journey.

I identify as...

Female
Asian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

EMDR

Trauma Focused

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS)

Compassion Focused

Dialectical (DBT)

Humanistic

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

+ 15 more

Focus populations

BIPOC

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

LGBTQIA+

Racial Justice

+ 4 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

+ 18 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master's in Counseling (MC) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Antioch University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Youa Lee