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If you are tired of meeting with provider after provider and not finding the one that fits, then book with me.
*Currently not accepting Medicare or Kaiser*
I extend my care to encompassing diverse backgrounds and addressing a range of mental health conditions. Specializing in ADHD, trauma, serious mental health conditions, geriatrics, and addiction recovery.
I respect and honor each individual’s preferences and values, including their desire to utilize alternative therapies alongside traditional interventions, such as Ketamine.
*Please note that I do have additional intake documents outside of Headway that will be emailed to you upon booking. They must be completed prior to our meeting. Text "510-9three6-6525" with any questions or assistance with filling them out.
Masako is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who believes in caring for the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Taking a holistic approach to mental health, she looks beyond symptoms to explore the underlying factors that influence emotional well-being, including physical health, lifestyle, relationships, and lived experiences. More recently, Masako also completed continuing education that focused on PTSD assessment and management through the National Center for PTSD.
I am passionate about children, adolescents and adults, especially for the well-being of families. I have been a Special Education Teacher and Counselor for over 35 years. My philosopy is based on a psychodynamic, holistic (mind, body, spirit) approach to enrich lives and help heal emotional wounds. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the use of Expressive Arts are helpful in changing thinking patterns and perceptions that impede growth and awareness. I believe in the process of our God-given Life and strengths within each of us to shine more brightly.
I graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2006 with a dual Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and sociology-criminology. I graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2009 with a Master of Social Work. My clinical experience has been with adults and adolescents in private practice, adults incarcerated in a maximum-security prison, in residential treatment facilities, and with criminal offenders in a community-based setting.
I speak Haitian Creole!
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage! I am here to support you in that process.
My therapy style is centered on warmth, empathy, and inclusivity. Drawing from my extensive experience working with diverse populations, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where everyone feels heard, valued, and understood. Everyone brings unique experiences, and my goal is to ensure that our work together honors your cultural, spiritual, and personal life story.


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