Brian Wai, LCP — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Brian!

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in California. I am bilingual, and I provide psychotherapy in both Cantonese and English. I use an integrative approach to working with adults who struggle with a wide array of issues, including depression, anxiety, stress, drug problems, interpersonal relationship conflicts, psychosis, and more.

My focus

I work with adults facing depression, anxiety, stress, substance use issues, relationship conflicts, and psychosis. My approach is collaborative and nonjudgmental, helping you feel safe to explore challenges and work toward meaningful change.

My approach

I blend client-centered, psychodynamic, and solution-focused approaches to meet your unique needs. I offer unconditional care and support without judgment, creating space for you to be yourself. We'll develop goals collaboratively and work together to overcome your struggles.

My communication style

My style is warm, friendly, and supportive—like talking with a caring friend. Clients consistently tell me they feel comfortable and unjudged in our sessions, which helps them open up and do their best work.

My journey to mental healthcare

I wanted to use my empathy and listening skills to help people overcome challenges. As a psychotherapist, I find deep satisfaction in providing a safe space where people process difficult emotions and thoughts, and work toward their goals.

My goals for you

We'll collaboratively create SMART goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. I value open communication and your active involvement. We'll regularly review progress, celebrate achievements, and adapt goals as needed based on your feedback.

Our first session

I'll introduce myself, review confidentiality, and focus on building rapport and trust. This creates a safe space where you feel comfortable discussing what brought you to therapy. Together, we'll explore your concerns and collaboratively formulate treatment goals that fit your needs.

I identify as...

Male
Asian, Prefer Not to Respond
Spiritual

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Humanistic

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Object Relations

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 10 more

Focus populations

Educators

Racial Justice

+ 2 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Florida Blue
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

+ 60 more

Languages spoken

English, Cantonese

Education

Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) in Clinical Psychology from Alliant University -, a Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Psychology from American School of Professional Psychology - and a Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University -.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Brian Wai