{"id":2112,"date":"2023-07-07T22:07:14","date_gmt":"2023-07-08T05:07:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lacounseling.com\/?page_id=2112"},"modified":"2024-09-05T08:36:28","modified_gmt":"2024-09-05T15:36:28","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lacounseling.com\/en\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uag-blocks-common-selector uagb-block-73b3992a alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-999181fe\"><h1 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">About LA Counseling<\/h1><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-c8c637f9\">\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-5-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2f5f1410716e71a8fa94e22710146d72\">LA Counseling is a psychological counseling practice based in South Pasadena, California, with additional offices in Downtown Los Angeles, and Shimonoseki, Japan. We specialize in multi-ethnic and cross-cultural counseling, serving individuals, couples, and families across the globe, with a particular focus on the Japanese community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-2d8b6154 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-7fab56e1\"><h3 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Our Mission<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">We are dedicated to providing culturally-sensitive mental health services that meet the unique needs of diverse populations. Our goal is to support your emotional well-being, whether you&#8217;re navigating cultural transitions, managing relationships, or seeking personal growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-42293c69\"><h3 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Our Expertise<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">With years of experience and a deep understanding of cultural dynamics, we offer specialized counseling that addresses the complexities of cross-cultural experiences. Our services are tailored to help you overcome challenges and thrive in any environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-628c2c36\"><h3 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Our Approach<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">At LA Counseling, we believe in a holistic approach to mental health. Our therapists are trained to understand the cultural, social, and emotional factors that impact your life. We provide compassionate, evidence-based care that empowers you to achieve lasting well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-b8941dde\"><h3 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Our Services<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:0\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\" class=\"\"><strong>Individual Counseling<\/strong> &#8211; Personalized support to address your unique concerns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\" class=\"\"><strong>Couples &amp; Family Counseling<\/strong> &#8211; Strengthen your relationships with culturally-sensitive guidance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\" class=\"\"><strong>Cross-Cultural Counseling<\/strong> &#8211; Expert support for navigating the challenges of living between cultures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Counseling for the Japanese Community<\/strong> &#8211; Specialized services tailored to the needs of Japanese individuals and families.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-f36ca380\"><h3 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Our People<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">LA Counseling is led by <a href=\"\/miwa-hitsumoto-lmft\/\"><strong>Miwa Hitsumoto PhD, LMFT<\/strong><\/a> who oversees a group of dedicated, caring, Japanese mental health professionals based in California USA and Japan. We work closely with Japanese professionals in medicine, law, finance, and other fields to provide holistic care and well-being to our clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-buttons uagb-buttons__outer-wrap uagb-btn__default-btn uagb-btn-tablet__default-btn uagb-btn-mobile__default-btn uagb-block-8c4ac6ec\"><div class=\"uagb-buttons__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap \">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-buttons-child uagb-buttons__outer-wrap uagb-block-0faa5bde wp-block-button\"><div class=\"uagb-button__wrapper\"><a class=\"uagb-buttons-repeater wp-block-button__link\" aria-label=\"\" href=\"\/job-and-internship-opportunities\/\" rel=\"follow noopener\" target=\"_self\" role=\"button\"><div class=\"uagb-button__link\">JOB AND INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-7165e32e\"><h3 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Why Choose Us?<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Choosing LA Counseling means choosing a practice that understands your cultural context and speaks your language. Whether in-person or via teletherapy, we are here to support you with expertise, empathy, and care.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-9c72a015 alignfull uagb-is-root-container\"><div class=\"uagb-container-inner-blocks-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-b25d6141\"><h3 class=\"uagb-heading-text\">Your better future awaits.<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-ad437aef\"><h5 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><strong>Let&#8217;s start by talking.<\/strong><\/h5><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-buttons uagb-buttons__outer-wrap uagb-btn__default-btn uagb-btn-tablet__default-btn uagb-btn-mobile__default-btn uagb-block-cf86e98b\"><div class=\"uagb-buttons__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap \">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-buttons-child uagb-buttons__outer-wrap uagb-block-d2972884 wp-block-button\"><div class=\"uagb-button__wrapper\"><a class=\"uagb-buttons-repeater wp-block-button__link\" aria-label=\"\" href=\"\/contact\/\" rel=\"follow noopener\" target=\"_self\" role=\"button\"><div class=\"uagb-button__link\">GET STARTED NOW<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About LA Counseling LA Counseling is a psychological counseling practice based in South Pasadena, California, with additional offices in Downtown Los Angeles, and Shimonoseki, Japan. 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