Yasuko (pronounced "Yasco") 靖子 Mikajiri 三ヶ尻

My communication style

I use motivational interviewing: listening attentively, respecting your motivation, and reflecting on your stories with clarifications in a very safe and warm space where you can relax and focus on your life stories entirely. In short, you talk, and I listen.

My journey to mental healthcare

My first exposure to psychological work was watching women visit our home in Japan for advice from my mother about family problems. Looking back, I may have been thinking of being a therapist unconsciously. I've always had a role in observing and listening to people.

My goals for you

While I get to know you by listening to your stories, by the end of the first session, we will discuss and agree on initial goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and time-bound (SMART). These goals will often be refined as you make progress during treatment.

Our first session

My primary desire is to build a good, trusting relationship by getting to know each other either in English or Japanese in a very safe and comfortable space. I want to understand you more professionally: how you've been feeling recently (issues), where you've been (environments), and where you're heading (goals).

I identify as...

• Female
• Asian
• Spiritual