Chan Sakounphong, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Chan!

I work with adults focusing on anxiety, stress, and postpartum-related disorders. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy approaches tailored to each individual's needs to help clients be the best versions of themselves.

My focus

I typically work with adolescents and young adults and recently began working with a perinatal population. When anxiety, stress, and emotions are heightened, it doesn't allow us to move with changes, and we become stuck. I help clients move past their barriers to regain their lives.

My approach

My approach is fluid as there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I find CBT and solution-focused approaches beneficial to most clients. This includes cognitive restructuring to challenge unhelpful thought patterns, exposure therapy for addressing fears, and behavioral activation to promote positive behavior change.

My communication style

I create a calm, personable, and non-judgmental environment for my clients. My hope is for clients to feel relaxed and open to express themselves during our sessions. I want you to feel heard and understood and to know you have someone here to support you through this time in your life.

My journey to mental healthcare

I found out firsthand how lonely and misunderstood someone can feel. I realized how vital it is to have a safe person to express yourself to, especially when going through a major life transition. I enjoy being that person for others, to help individuals see their own potential and build resilience to adapt to their circumstances.

My goals for you

I approach goal-setting through a collaborative and client-centered process. We break down objectives into manageable steps and create a timeline for achievement. Regularly reviewing progress and adjusting goals as needed is a crucial part of the process to ensure you remain motivated and empowered.

Our first session

After the initial paperwork and introductions, our first session is about you. I help navigate the conversation about what you expect from therapy and my role. It's a great opportunity to build connections and trust and to see if I am a good fit for you.

I identify as...

Female
South East Asian

Expertise

Specialties

Anxiety

Life Transitions

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Premera
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master's in Counseling (MC) from California State University, Los Angeles.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Chan Sakounphong