Ka Yung Karen Chan, LCSW — Therapist in Hawaii

Hi there, I'm Ka Yung!

I was born and raised in Hong Kong and moved to the United States in my teenage years. My passion is serving individuals who prefer a caring, nonjudgmental therapist with an Asian-culture background. I see the kindness in each person and believe we are capable of connecting our minds with our inner peace and healing energy.

My focus

I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma history, and adjustment to life changes. I have experience with children and families, immigrants, and clients needing collaborative care for medication assessment and follow-up.

My approach

I emphasize creating a safe and supportive environment for you to process your thoughts and feelings. My approach varies based on your needs. I use CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, and exposure therapy, along with psychoeducation on relaxation techniques and parenting support to help you find relief and build coping skills.

My communication style

I am calm, accommodating, respectful, and easy to approach. I want you to feel safe and comfortable talking with me about anything. You'll have an alliance as we walk through your healing journey together.

My journey to mental healthcare

I am compassionate in comforting those who are in distress. It gives me a sense of fulfillment in serving the community. It's an honor for me to become your therapist, and I hope you feel supported and inspired by our relationship.

My goals for you

My role is to support you in coming up with your goals and working together to identify the steps needed to achieve the desired result. I adopt an individualized, strength-based approach in goal setting.

Our first session

Our first session will focus on understanding your situation and developing a mutual understanding of how therapy may work for you. I'm open to answering any questions you have about treatment. I hope to start building a trusting relationship as we create the foundation of your healing journey.

I identify as...

Female
Asian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

EMDR

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Behavioral Activation

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors
Preteens
Children

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English, Cantonese, Chinese

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Hawaii.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Ka Yung Karen Chan