OUR MISSION
Our mission is to provide culturally responsive mental health care that emphasizes the whole person and empowers individuals through evidence-based practices.
Values that guide our work
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Professional Excellence
We are committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-informed care, tailored to the unique needs of each client. Our approach is guided by current research, professional expertise, and continuous evaluation and improvement of our services.
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Transparency
We believe trust is built through open and honest communication. We strive to provide clear information about services, expectations, fees, and progress so you can make informed choices about your care.
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Acceptance
We honor each person’s unique experiences, identities, and perspectives. We provide a nonjudgmental environment where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect.
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Growth & Learning
We believe change is possible throughout life. We approach each client with intellectual curiosity and humility, knowing that each therapeutic relationship brings a new experience of learning for both the client and provider.
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Authenticity
We believe that meaningful and effective growth begins with an authentic understanding of the self. We strive to create a space where individuals can show up as their true selves and feel safe for vulnerable self-exploration.
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Accessible & Flexible Support
We understand that every person's circumstances, needs, and preferences are different. We strive to make our services approachable and adaptable whenever possible to help clients access support in ways that are practical and effective.
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Social Justice & Advocacy
We believe every person deserves to have their voice heard and their choices respected. We advocate for equitable access to resources and work to reduce barriers to care, fostering inclusion and education for all individuals and communities.
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Cultural Sensitivity
We seek to understand and respect the diverse backgrounds, identities, values, and lived experiences of those we serve. We incorporate cultural assessment into the therapeutic process so that assumptions and biases are continuously examined and clients feel seen, heard, and valued.
Our approach,
and why it works
You are more than your symptoms, emotions, or diagnosis. We take a whole-person approach that considers the many interconnected facets of your life including your social and cultural background, environment, medical history and status, biology, upbringing, family dynamics, and personal experiences.
We work collaboratively to develop an individualized treatment plan with specific goals that help clients feel grounded and confident throughout the treatment process. We also use a structured, evidence- and outcomes-based modality that individuals often find helpful when starting therapy for the first time. While our work is often short-term, we also recognize that healing is not linear. Clients facing trauma, complex psychological concerns, or more serious impairments are given the space, support, and personalized treatment needed to achieve lasting change.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Trauma-Informed Therapy
EVIDENCE-BASED THERAPIES
Interpersonal Therapy
Multicultural Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Anxiety
Depression
ADHD and other Neurodiversity
Life Transitions
Burnout and Stress Management
Perfectionism
SPECIALTIES
Self Esteem
Social Anxiety
School Issues
Spirituality and Religion
Testing and Evaluation
Women’s Health
Parenting
Relationship Issues
Intergenerational Conflict
Racial and Bicultural Identity
LGBTQ+
Meet our team
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Stacy Choi, PsyD
PSYCHOLOGIST
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Samuel Y. Kim, PhD
PSYCHOLOGIST
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Kayla Buckner
INTAKE COORDINATOR & VIRTUAL ASSISTANT
Take a deep breath, and reach out
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming. We believe therapy works best when you feel safe, understood, and genuinely supported. Whether you’re new to therapy or returning after time away, we invite you to a free 15-minute consultation and explore whether our practice feels right for you.
Bellaire, TX office
6300 West Loop S, Suite 218
Bellaire, TX, 77401-2903
(919) 555-5555