Hi, I’m Dr. Sonya Park.
I’m a licensed clinical psychologist and a clinical supervisor. I believe in genuine connections that lead to authentic relationships and selves. Deep connections spark joy in me and I have an innate curiosity for people, the world, and how things work, which ultimately has led me to this field.
Since 2010, I have had the opportunity to receive training in diverse settings, often considering how culture and religion is shaped and shapes our lives. More importantly, having had the privilege of working with many different individuals (from children to the elderly; university students to psychiatric forensic patients), I have learned that each one of us has a deep, rich, meaningful story, and a generation of stories behind us that brings us to where we are today. Discovering all the riches of truth and depth in our lives is always a humbling and meaningful experience for me.
As a psychologist, I offer insight-oriented therapy. This kind of work often takes more time as we are uprooting, pruning, nurturing, and allowing you to time to grow. Sometimes clients might find it frustrating as they might not recognize progress or want to grow quickly. But I liken it to a seed that has yet to be sprouted and seen, it is still growing and moving its roots deep into the ground. It is rooting itself a secure foundation to break through from and grow in wholeness and health. Thus, my desire is that my clients will not just learn to cope in order to survive, but grow deep roots to thrive and flourish. And growing and good things always takes time.
Education
Ph.D Clinical Psychology
M.A. Clinical Psychology
B.F.A. Computer Art
Training & Experience
Clinical supervisor for psychology doctoral students in training at a university counseling center.
Clinical settings for assessments and/or psychotherapy:
Schools
University Counseling Centers
Group Private Practices
Acute Medical Hospitals
Long-term Acute Care Facitilites
State Psychiatric Hospital
County Crisis Center
Additional Training:
Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples Externship
AEDP Level I
Research Group and Dissertation on bicultural individuals (Asian-American individuals)
Treatment Approach
I use an integrative approach, utilizing the following:
Psychodynamic therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Acceptance commitment therapy
Emotion focused therapy
Attachment-based therapy
Mindfulness practices
Christian-based therapy
AEDP therapy
Language
I am a Korean American therapist and I can speak conversational Korean. That means I have an understanding of the Korean culture and my clients are free to use “Konglish.” I am also able to provide consultation and feedback for parents of my child clients. However, I am not fluent enough to provide therapy in only Korean.