Asian American Therapists in Torrance, CA
Meet Aubrey Nishikawa!
Hi There! I’m Aubrey Nishikawa (she/her), an Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 150796) located in Los Angeles. I am passionate about helping folks experience compassion, safety, and connection with the self and others. Therapy can be a wonderful opportunity to intentionally slow down, be present with yourself, and make sense of your experiences. I am committed to walking alongside you and offering a safe place to tend to your authentic self.
I specialize in working with folks navigating experiences including:
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Perfectionism, imposter syndrome, people pleasing tendencies
Asian American intergenerational trauma-identifying, honoring, grieving, and healing the impacts of cultural and/or familial trauma, patterns, beliefs
Relationships and communication-learning how to identify and share needs, creating and/or enhancing feelings of safety & connection
Parenting-transitioning to parenthood, connecting with your child(ren), adjusting to changes in relationships, addressing parenting triggers/stressors
Faith related experiences-LGBTQIA+ identity and faith,
Religious trauma and spiritual abuse in the church
Life transitions-leaving or starting a new job, starting a new school, moving, shifts in familial, friend, and/or romantic relationships
Shame-perfectionism, imposter syndrome
Identity exploration, self esteem/self worth
Grief and loss-early pregnancy loss, pregnancy loss
Workplace trauma-experiencing bullying, harassment, racism, etc. in the workplace
I work from a relational framework integrating principles from attachment based therapy, person centered therapy, and somatic therapy. I utilize compassionate feedback, reflective questions, psychoeducation, and body based exercises (i.e. mindful movements) when appropriate. I strive to provide a warm & authentic presence to help clients feel seen, heard, and understood. My hope is to help clients get curious, identify and shift unhelpful patterns, soften critical inner voices, and nurture an internal sense of safety & security. While I am trained and credentialed, I believe you are the expert of your life and therapy is done at your pace and in your timing.
As a fourth-generation Japanese-Okinawan American woman, I value the intersectionality of my clients’ identities and work to provide a safe space to explore identity, experience authenticity, and honor oneself. I have a special interest in exploring intergenerational trauma, cultural identity, and racial trauma as it pertains to the AAPI community. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and I strive to provide a safe space for those who are navigating their faith/spirituality and sexual and/or gender identities.
I received my Masters of Science in counseling from California State University, Fullerton. I have experience working in private practice, group practice, and community agency settings. My clinical work has primarily consisted of providing individual and family services for POC adolescents and adults.
Outside of the office I love going on road trips, visiting Disneyland, trying new restaurants, and spending time with my husband, son, and our cat, Reggie. Some nourishing practices that help me recharge include seeing my therapist, being in nature, journaling, and reading.
Session Rate:
$195 per 50 minute individual session