Our Team
Director & Therapist
Yoon, Julia Young (+12 years experience)
"I was born and raised in Seoul, South Korea, and spent over 10 years living in Michigan, which broadened my cultural perspectives. Raising three children has been my greatest source of learning and growth. My studies in counseling psychology have equipped me with skills to nurture healthier relationships and understand others deeply. I believe challenges can be transformed into wisdom and resources, empowering me as a counseling therapist. Understanding that clients come in with various difficulties, I tailor my focus to meet their unique needs."
My approach celebrates diversity, helping clients explore their flexibility and internal resources in a trusting environment. I foster empathetic connections and harmonious communication using an integrative treatment approach, drawing from CBT, DBT, Gestalt Therapy, and person-centered therapy. My current interests in psychology are stress management and self-compassion, and I am dedicated to helping my clients achieve personal growth and resilience in these areas."
Specialty: Depression & Anxiety, OCD, Emotional management, Parenting, Couple & Marital Therapy, Loss of Loved Ones, Eating Disorder
EDUCATIONThe Catholic University of Korea: Master of Counseling PsychologyIn Ha University: Education Graduate School, Counseling Psychology Michigan State University, Doctoral of Musical Arts
CERTIFICATIONNational Center for Eating Disorders (NCFED) Diploma in Practitioner Skills for Eating Disorder Imago Relationship International: Certification of Imago Couple TherapyKorean Psychological Association: Counseling Certification (# 2-2884) Baldwin-Wallace College: Orff Music Certification EXPERIENCEEAP Counselor: Spring Health, New YorkEAP Therapist: Modern Health, San FranciscoEAP Counselor: EZN wellness, SeoulEAP Counselor: Dain, Seoul Counselor: BetterMind Counseling Center, IncheonHead Counselor: Samsungjium Counseling Center, IncheonCounselor: Chadwick International School, IncheonTherapist: Hug Mom & Hug In Counseling Psychology Center, IncheonFamily Counselor: GyeYang-gu Health Family Support Center, Incheon
TRAININGGuest Speaker at Inha University "Loneliness" for Expat StudentsGuest Speaker at Seoul Foreign School: "Body Image" for MS students Nutrition Intervention Workshop at NCFED, LondonEvidence-Based Trauma Workshop, Korea Trauma Research & InstitutionGrief Counseling Workshop, SeoulChild Therapy Board Game Workshop, SeoulSolian Peer Counseling for Adolescent Workshop, SeoulSomatic Therapy Workshop at Korean Society for Analytical Psychology, SeoulFamily Intensive Therapy Workshop, University of California, San Diego Gestalt Therapy Workshop, SoGang University
Therapist
Lee, Janice (+12 years experience)
Online Counseling
Specialty: Autisim Spectreum Disorder, ADHD, Attachement Disorder, School Maladjustment, Social Anxiety, etc
(Play Therapy, Sand Therapy, Child and Adolescent Counseling)
EDUCATIONKorea University, BA in PsychologySogang University, MA in PsychologySookmyung Women’s UniversPsychologyity, Ph.D. Candidate in Child Psychology Therapy
CERTIFICATIONKorean Counseling Psychological Association: Counseling CertificationKorean Counseling Psychological Association: Mental Health Psychologist Korean Psychology Education Institute: Family Psychologist CertificationThe Korean Association For Play Therapy: Play Therapist CertificationCertification
EXPERIENCESogang University Counseling and Psychological Service: Counselor Seodaemun-gu Counseling and Welfare Center for Youth: Counselor Seoul Shinam Elementary School Counselor Seodaemun-gu Developmental Counseling Center: Play Therapist JungianTium Counseling Center: Play TherapistHong Kong Professional Counseling & Consulting Association Ltd: Asia Pacific Regional Conference on Play Therapy WorkshopSookmyung Women’s University Play Therapy Center: Play TherapistPlay Well Child Counseling Institute: Play Therapist and ResearcherWoori Child Developmental Counseling Center: Play TherapistJungin Child Adolescent Counseling Center: Group Sand TherapyWorkshopSanggye Comprehensive Social Welfare Center: Sand Play TherapistPium Child Developmental Center: Play TherapistMaumttul Child Psychological Counseling Center: Play TherapistMind Story Psychological Counseling Center: Counselor and Play Therapist
Mental Health Counselor
Saebyul, Ryu (+8 years experience)
I deeply empathize with individuals experiencing mental health challenges and the difficulties they face in society. My goal is to provide support and ensure they do not feel isolated. It would be my privilege to accompany you on your journey as a therapist.
I believe that therapy consists of two essential elements: a healthy relationship and gaining new perspectives. Throughout our journey, I will work to build a healthy therapeutic relationship with you, maintain authenticity, and discuss ways to apply what we learn in your daily life. Setting measurable goals is important to me, and together, we will strive for noticeable and tangible changes.
My theoretical approach is eclectic, specializing in adult therapy. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) with mindfulness and creative expression techniques. Additionally, I have expertise in counseling addiction issues through Motivational Interviewing (MI). I am committed to continuous learning and providing the best treatment for my clients.
Specialty: Relationships Issues, Substance Use and Addiction, Mental Illness
(Art Therapy, Marriage Counselling)
EDUCATIONLesley University, MA Clinical Mental Health CounselingSchool of the Art Institute of Chicago, Bachelor of Fine Arts
CERTIFICATIONMarriage Therapy Certificate: (Gottman Method Training Levels 1&2)Cognitive Behavioral Psychology Counselor Level 1 (Korea Psychology Education Institute)Art Psychology Counselor Level 1 (Korea Psychology Education Institute)Psychological Analysis Counselor Level 1 (Korea Psychology Education Institute)
EXPERIENCEI Care Counseling / ClinicianNadaun Healing Playground / CEO, ClinicianSpectrum Health System, Inc / ClinicianThe Dimock Center /InternMcLean Hospital /InternLahey Clinic /Intern