Hi, I’m David!
A Little About Me
I'm a relational therapist who works with children, teens, parents, and families. I care deeply about the people I sit with, and I try to make therapy feel as warm and human as possible.
Growing up between cultures gave me an early understanding of how much context shapes us. Learning to navigate different expectations, values, and unspoken family rules meant paying close attention to the stories people carry and how those stories influence the way we connect, protect ourselves, and relate to others. That lens still shows up in how I work.
I genuinely care about the people I sit with, and I don't think therapy has to feel stiff or overly formal to be effective. I do my best to show up as myself, and I will do my best to create a space where you can do the same.I care deeply about the people I sit with, and I try to make therapy feel as warm and human as possible.
The Values That Guide My Work
Behavior is communication
Every behavior (a meltdown, a shutdown, a push toward conflict, etc.) has a meaning underneath it. When we understand what a child or teen is actually trying to say, we can meet that need in a far more helpful way.
Play is serious work
For children, play isn't a break from the real world; it is their world. The playroom is where children make sense of their experiences, process what's hard, and begin to heal.
Relationships heal
Children and teens don't heal in isolation. Safe, attuned relationships with a therapist, a parent, or a caregiver are the most powerful forces for change available to us.
Parents are part of the
process
A child's growth doesn't happen in a vacuum. When parents feel more connected, more confident, and more understood, children feel it too. I see parents as essential partners in the therapy space.
Neurodivergence is a
strength
I work with a lot of neurodivergent children and teens, and I approach that work from a place of empowerment. My goal is to help them understand themselves and thrive as who they are.
Teens deserve a space of
their own
Adolescence is hard, and many teens have never had a space that's genuinely theirs. I offer a judgment-free zone without pressure or expectations from others.
Education & Training
MA in Couples and Family Therapy from Seattle University
Graduate training with a focus on children, teens, and families
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA)
License #: MG.70042031
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Training
Trained under a clinical psychologist specializing in child and adolescent anxiety, OCD, and neurodivergence
Supervised by a Certified Autism Clinical Specialist
Ongoing supervision bringing specialized expertise in autism, ADHD, AuDHD, and OCD to my practice
Registered Play Therapist (RPT), Candidate
Completing specialized play therapy training under an LMFT, RPT-S, and Certified Autism Clinical Specialist
Outside the Office
When I’m not working, I’m usually spending time with my partner and our two dogs, Pepper (right) and Nala (left).
I recharge by getting outside whenever I can. Backpacking trips and playing ultimate frisbee help me reset and feel rejuvenated.
At home, you’ll often find me in the kitchen cooking or baking. Sharing food, spending time with loved ones, and being outdoors are some of the ways I stay grounded both in and out of the therapy room.
