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Yuki Sugisaki, LMFT

Support for recovery, mental health, and family healing
  • Addiction and recovery support
  • Family and relationship guidance
  • Depression and anxiety care

About Yuki Sugisaki

Yuki Sugisaki is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California who has been practicing as an LMFT since 2012, and she has also been a certified drug counselor since 2005. With 14 years of experience, she works with individuals and families navigating addiction, severe mental health concerns, and co-occurring disorders, offering steady support through complex and often overwhelming seasons of change.

She values the role of therapist as a compassionate witness to people rebuilding their lives and finding a way forward. For those who feel lost in the midst of addiction, she aims to provide guidance and encouragement as recovery takes shape. She also welcomes family members and loved ones who are affected by someone else’s substance use, creating space to talk openly about the strain, grief, and uncertainty that can come with trying to help someone who is struggling.

In addition to addiction counseling, Yuki Sugisaki supports clients experiencing depression, anxiety, severe mental health challenges, co-dependency, and family conflict. When life feels stuck or heavy, she offers a supportive relationship where clients can talk through what is happening, clarify what they need, and take steps toward healthier patterns and more sustainable coping.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsEating disorders

Also Specializes In

LGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentCaregiver issues and stressDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sex addictionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Yuki Sugisaki have?

Yuki Sugisaki has 14 years of experience providing therapy and counseling support.

Is Yuki Sugisaki a licensed therapist?

Yes. Yuki Sugisaki is a licensed therapist with the credential LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist). The license on file is CA LMFT 51383.

In which languages does Yuki Sugisaki provide therapy?

Yuki Sugisaki provides therapy in English and Japanese.

Where is Yuki Sugisaki located?

Yuki Sugisaki is located in California.

How can I work with Yuki Sugisaki as my therapist?

You can work with Yuki Sugisaki through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.

Does Yuki Sugisaki work with international clients?

Yes. Yuki Sugisaki works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Yuki Sugisaki cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Online Therapy Grounded in Practical, Relationship-Based Care

Yuki Sugisaki draws from approaches that support both personal change and healthier relationships. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, respectful space where clients can talk openly, clarify what matters most, and build self-understanding at a pace that feels manageable. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice patterns between thoughts, feelings, and actions, then practice new strategies that can be useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and day-to-day coping. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and ongoing relationship experiences shape trust, boundaries, and connection, which can be especially relevant when navigating family conflict, co-dependency, or the ripple effects of addiction.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Yuki Sugisaki collaborates with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked before, then adjusts the work over time so therapy stays aligned with the client’s needs.

Online therapy can make it easier to get consistent support with fewer barriers. Sessions are available through video calls or phone sessions, with additional options like live chat or text-based messaging. This flexibility can help clients stay engaged during busy weeks, travel, changing schedules, or when extra support between sessions feels helpful.

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