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Erica Choi, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA

Erica Choi wearing a sweater

Office in Whittier Video or by Phone

Struggling with emotional pain from tough life events, immigration stress, PTSD, domestic violence, or grief?

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I offer a safe space to heal and be heard. Whether you're processing loss, escaping abuse, or dealing with trauma, I provide compassionate support. 

 

I'm here to help with patience and understanding. My goal is to create a judgment-free environment where you can find hope and start your journey to recovery. No matter your background or experiences, you deserve support and healing.

 

Schedule a session today, and let me support you on your journey towards healing, health, and fulfillment. You ARE NOT ALONE. Together, we can navigate your challenges, cultivate your resilience and find the peace that surpasses all understanding.

Top focuses: Grief, Marriage, Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Porn Addiction, Panic Disorders, Depression, Co-dependency, Identity Crisis, Play Therapy, Spirituality, Immigration Adjustments 

Other focuses:

Family​ & Couples​​

  • Parenting

  • Pre-marital

  • Realtionships

  • Communication

​Special Issues

  • Domestic Violence

  • Prolonged Illness/Terminal Illness- AIDS 

  • Addiction 

Personal​

  • Body Image​

  • Aging & Grief

  • ​Loneliness

  • Trauma

Faith

I was born into a Christian family, so I have been involved in various ministries in and out of the church. I used to participate in several worship teams, a choir team in the Youth for Christ International South Korea, a Sunday school for teaching elementary school students, and volunteer work providing acupuncture treatment in the church, prayer ministry, and care ministries.

 

I have faith in the Triune God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Jesus died for us, took our sins, overcame the death, evil, and darkness of the world, was resurrected in three days, and ascended to heaven. I also believe that Jesus sent us the Holy Spirit as our counselor, helper, healer, and transformer. Jesus promised that he would not leave us alone but always be with us and in us as we are in Him.

Family

​My parents tried their best to support my schooling and provide a warm and safe environment in my childhood. My husband is my best friend whom I can go to no matter how happy or sad I feel, and he is very supportive when I make decisions. We love and cherish the moment we can have fun together, so we love traveling and camping.

Speaking

I am available to speak at local community events to provide mental health education. I especially love to talk to and encourage young teens, new moms and couples.

Qualifications

  • ​Associate Marriage & Family Therapist: AMFT#129888 (Supervised by LMFT Jeenie Gordon, MFT#21436)

  • California Association of Marriage & Family Therapists Member

  • Prepare & Enrich for Pre-Marital Couples Certified

  • Adjunct Professor of Child Psychology; Cal State Fullerton 

  • Grief Share Support Group Facilitator 

Education

  • Master in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) May 2024 Talbot School of Theology in Biola University, La Mirada, CA

  • Master of Arts in Christian Ministry and Leadership with an emphasis in Pastoral Care & Counseling May 2019

  • Talbot School of Theology in Biola University, La Mirada, CA

  • Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) June 2015 South Baylo University, Anaheim, CA

    • Specialty: pain management

    • Dissertation: “Therapeutic Effects of Chinese Herbal Foot Bath on Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy,” A Literature Review.

Therapies

  • Psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Christian Counseling, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Attachment Theory, Trauma-Focused Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, Gottman methods for couples therapy, Play therapy for children

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