I am so glad you are here. Therapy can often feel awkward and uncomfortable and I do whatever I can to help you ease into the process of therapy.

I believe that strong, affirming relationships are at the core of our mental well-being and recreating that in the therapeutic space is my ultimate goal. Inherently, broader social contexts and systems deeply impact our experience as humans and I always bring those perspectives into the session.

As a warm and collaborative therapist, I often pull from psychodynamic, existential and person-centered therapy. I am also trained in Brainspotting (intervention that works by processing and releasing core neurophysiological sources of emotional/body pain), Emotionally Focused Therapy, and actively seeking training in Internal Family Systems. 

I identify as a 2nd gen Asian American and have a particular interest in working with transracial adoptees, musicians, college/graduate students, and interracial/intercultural couples. I love working with teens, young adults, and couples working through infidelity and future family planning.

I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago but have spent enough time in Minnesota to call both places home. When I am not at the office, I love to play music, cook, crochet, try out new coffee shops, and spend time with the people I love.

Community of focus: Angela really enjoys working with adoptees, multiracial/interracial couples, artists/musicians, BIPOC/AAPI-Identifying folks and immigrants or children of immigrants.