Welcome—I’m so glad you’re here.
As a mindfulness-based therapist, my mission is to offer a warm and grounding space where you feel resourced and safe enough to be with what is, empowered to gently encounter yourself, and supported in your journey of healing and transformation.
I was drawn to psychology and spirituality as a way to understand how we, as humans, navigate suffering—how we make sense of pain and find our way through it. My exploration led me to Buddhism and mindfulness, where I found a perspective that deeply resonates: suffering is part of being human, but with awareness and compassion, we can learn to hold it differently.
We come to therapy seeking relief, understanding, or change. While suffering is inevitable, we don’t have to be consumed by it. We can learn the art of suffering.
I see therapy as an invitation to return to yourself, to feel at home in your mind and body, and to gain the tools to move through life with more ease and presence. It is a space of deep listening, where you can slow down, reconnect with yourself, and explore the patterns that have shaped you. Together, we will turn toward your experiences with gentleness, uncover what is asking for healing, and move toward greater clarity and wholeness. When we feel connected to ourselves, our bodies, and others, we can move through difficulties with more resilience, our roots anchored firmly in the Earth. This is the practice of coming home to yourself.
Wherever you are on your journey, you don’t have to walk it alone. Whether you’re ready to take the next step or simply curious about how therapy might support you, I’d be honored to connect.
About Me
My path to becoming a therapist has been shaped by a deep curiosity about what it means to be human and what it takes to truly be free. At its heart, my work is about liberation: transforming the patterns, wounds, narratives, and systems that keep us stuck so we can move through the world with greater ease, authenticity, and wholeness. This work is not just personal—it is a step toward collective liberation, toward a world where we can all belong, heal, and thrive.
After earning a degree in psychology and theology, I worked in developmental psychology research, exploring racial identity development in adolescents and the impact of discrimination on youth of color. This work deepened my commitment to supporting individuals navigating the complexities of identity, belonging, and self-worth. From there, I transitioned to community-based mental health and social work, serving as a field-based care coordinator for adults living with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI). As a community organizer, I am passionate about holding healing spaces for activists and supporting racial justice movements. These experiences have reinforced my belief in the interconnectedness of personal and collective healing and the importance of addressing the systemic factors that shape our mental health.
My own journey of balancing multiple cultural worlds as a mixed-race Japanese and White woman has deeply shaped my approach to therapy. It has heightened my attunement to how navigating our identities, intergenerational dynamics, and the search for belonging can profoundly impact our sense of self and our sense of our place in the world. I am committed to ongoing self-reflection and learning to ensure that I continually adapt and grow to understand experiences outside of my own in order to to foster an inclusive space and meet the unique needs of those I work with.
Outside of therapy, I find grounding in nature, exploring museums, and discovering cozy cafes—moments of connection with the world that inspire the warmth and presence I aim to bring into each session.
If you’re curious about working together, complete the Contact Form, and we can set up a time to connect!
M.A. Counseling Psychology, Clinical Mental Health Concentration ‖ University of Denver
B.S. in Psychology, Minor in Theology ‖ Fordham University
Certified Mindfulness Instructor ‖ MNDFL
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional ‖ Evergreen Certifications
Jungian Sand Tray Certified: Levels 1-2
Publications
Xie, M., Fowle, J., Ip, P.S., Haskin, M., & Yip, T. (2021). Profiles of Ethnic-Racial Identity, Socialization, and Model Minority Experiences: Associations with Well-Being Among Asian American Adolescents. Journal of Youth and Adolescence, 50(6), 1173–1188.
Yip, T., Haskin, M., Fowle, J., Ip, P.S., Xie, M., Cheon, Y. M., & Akhter, S. (invited resubmission). Invisibility, Strength and Vulnerabilities among Asian American Youth: The Legacy of the Model Minority Myth. In L. Crockett, G. Carlo & J. Schulenberg (Eds.), APA Handbook of Adolescent and Young Adult Development.
Cheon, Y.M., Ip, P.S., Haskin, M., Yip, T. (2020). Profiles of Adolescent Identity at the Intersection of Ethnic/Racial Identity, American Identity, and Subjective Social Status. Frontiers in Psychology, 11, 959.
Credentials