David S. Wu , LCSW

My clients describe me as:

intentional, restorative, and embodied.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach consists of somatic and talk therapy that incorporate mindfulness and creativity. My core approach is trauma sensitive, relational, and integrative.

Together, we will:

honor your unique identities & struggles, attune to your body, heart, & mind w/ presence & kindness (a simple working definition of mindfulness). In turn, you can move lovingly towards your current struggles, mend & heal, grow & root in wisdom.

I specialize in working with people who:

Aging. Anxiety & Depression. Grief & Loss. Life Transitions. Spirituality. Stress related to Identities, Relationships, and/or Livelihood. Trauma & PTSD.

I became a therapist because:

I believe we can improve our relationship to the world, the people close to us, & ultimately to ourselves. We can mend, heal, & grow.

Something that stands out about where I offer therapy is:

In this time of uncertainty and great systems upheavel, I am providing video/phone sessions in the safety and comfort of your home.

More about me and my practice:

As a therapist, I bring a range of life experiences. I am a gay, Asian American, cisgendered man. I am a husband & a father, an artist & a meditator, a family caregiver. I previously worked in community mental health & hospice.