Poya Lai, AMFT, CA | Marriage and Family Therapist

About Poya Lai

Focus areas

Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Compassion Focused

Attachment-based

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Getting to know Poya Lai

The provider is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and is currently working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Their current employer is Between Therapy. Are you feeling caught between cultures, expectations, or identities? Maybe burnout or emotional exhaustion has made it harder to feel connected to your work, relationships, or sense of self. I am an immigrant Asian-American associate therapist who offers culturally responsive, trauma-informed therapy grounded in empathy and collaboration. Many of the clients I work with are immigrants or children of immigrants who long for clarity, balance, and confidence, yet feel weighed down by family pressure, cultural guilt, life transitions, or the feeling of never quite being “enough” anywhere.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Clients can expect to begin to feel more understood, more supported, and more confident in setting boundaries. I bring warmth and curiosity while thoughtfully integrating evidence-based approaches that honor your culture and lived experiences. If you’re ready to explore what healing could look like for you, I invite you to book a free consultation.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

I specialize in anxiety, depression, identity exploration, and multicultural issues. Together, we will explore patterns, build coping skills, and reconnect you with your values so change feels supportive, practical, and most importantly, sustainable for you. Services are available in both English and Mandarin Chinese.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychosexual Evaluation

Education and background

Practice names

Between Therapy

Education and training

University of San Francisco, Master's in Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy
Portland State University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1730046285

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What practice does Poya Lai work with?

Poya Lai works with Between Therapy.

What are common reasons for patients to see Poya Lai?

Poya Lai frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Poya Lai on their profile.

What languages does Poya Lai speak?

Poya Lai speaks English and Chinese (Mandarin).

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