Media / Press Kit
Miwa Hitsumoto PhD, LMFT
and LA Counseling
Introduction & Overview
About Miwa Hitsumoto PhD, LMFT
Miwa Hitsumoto PhD, LMFT, is a highly respected Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience in private practice. Dr Hitsumoto is licensed to practice in three states:
- California, Board of Behavioral Sciences, License #MFT41010
- Texas, Behavioral Health Executive Council, License #203764
- Nevada, Board of Examiners, License #2965-R
Dr Hitsumoto specializes in multi-ethnic and cross-cultural counseling, offering expert therapeutic services to clients in the USA, Japan, and around the world. Her practice, LA Counseling, is committed to providing compassionate and effective counseling tailored to the unique needs of each client. She has also been a dedicated mentor, helping guide interns and new practitioners to success in their careers.
Practice Overview
LA Counseling, led by Dr Hitsumoto, offers a range of services, including individual therapy, couples therapy, and clinical supervision for other mental health professionals. The practice is known for its culturally sensitive approach, particularly in serving the Japanese community and other diverse populations. LA Counseling’s mission is to support the mental health and well-being of its clients through personalized care and evidence-based practices.
Contact Information
Media Contact
For media inquiries, please contact:
Chi Yu, Operations Manager
Email: chi@LAcounseling.com
Phone: +1 (626) 788-7027
Office Locations
USA, 1910 Huntington Dr, Unit 10, South Pasadena, California, 91030
USA, 220 S San Pedro St, Suite 302, Los Angeles, California, 90012
Japan, 〒750-0025 Yamaguchi, Shimonoseki, Takezakicho, 1 Chome−14−25 竹崎ビル
Media Coverage
Miwa Hitsumoto has been featured in various publications and media outlets for her expertise in cross-cultural counseling and mental health. Below are some examples of recent media coverage:
Featured Articles and Interviews
- “In Tokyo, Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka share mental-health struggles as Japan confronts workaholic culture” by Nathan Vanderklippe in The Globe and Mail, July 28, 2021. Read the article.
- “Sexuality in Japan” by Erik Augustin Palm in Modern Psykologi magazine, March 30, 2016. Read the article.
- WOM Bangkok magazine article about Dr. Hitsumoto and psychotherapy, March 2019. Read the article.
- U.S. Frontline magazine column about psychotherapy, October 2017.
Television and Radio Appearances
- Guest speaker on Shinichi Hitsumoto’s syndicated radio program (broadcast from Ehime, Japan) explaining psychotherapy, 2016. (Two separate appearances).
- TJS Radio interview at Japanese Classic Car Show about mental health, October 30, 2021. Watch the video.
- TJS Radio interview at OC Japan Fair about mental health, October 17, 2021. Watch the video.
Monthly Columns
- Monthly columnist for L’ovest magazine covering mental health and relationships, Los Angeles, CA, 2006-2014.
Speaking Engagements and Workshops
Dr Hitsumoto speaks at seminars and workshops on topics related to mental health, cross-cultural counseling, and professional development for therapists.
Topics of Expertise:
- Multi-Ethnic and Cross-Cultural Counseling
- Mental Health in the Japanese Community
- Clinical Supervision and Mentorship in Counseling
Upcoming and past events include:
Workshops and Seminars
- CBT workshop for National Foundation of Brief Therapy showcasing live, unscripted couples counseling session, Tokyo, Japan, July 21, 2023. Visit NFBT website.
- Seminar for NAMI South Bay Japanese Support Group explaining CBT & psychotherapy; Torrance, CA, November 10, 2019. Visit their website.
Panel Discussions and Guest Speaker Events
- Panel guest speaker at Microsoft Cloud Computing Webinar, “Mental Health & The Holidays,” Bellevue, WA, December 14, 2021.
- Panel guest speaker for the Japan Foundation, “Breaking the Silence, A Conversation with Kazuki Takizawa & Dr. Miwa Hitsumoto,” discussing the benefits of creating art for mental health, Los Angeles, CA, August 19, 2021. Watch the video recording.
Professional Headshots
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