Ayako Mori, LCSW

Ayako Mori, LCSW

Psychotherapist
CA
Hi there, I'm Ayako! Hello, my name is Ayako Mori, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I earned my Master's in Social Work from California State University, Dominguez Hills. I have worked with children, teens, families, and individuals for over 15 years. I am bilingual in Japanese. My approach I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, specializing in depression, anxiety, domestic violence issues, grief, and trauma. I use a mindfulness approach to help my clients develop effective coping skills. As a yoga instructor, I also incorporate a mind-and-body relationship approach. My focus I typically work with young adults experiencing life changes and transitions, as well as those dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma. My communication style I create a secure environment to help my clients express their feelings and thoughts. Together, we explore underlying issues to increase awareness and insight. I incorporate mindfulness and meditation techniques to assist clients in relaxing their minds and bodies. My journey to therapy I believe therapy benefits everyone and that having a safe space to express feelings and thoughts is essential. I enjoy supporting my clients as they progress toward their treatment goals. My goals for you I collaborate with my clients to explore both long-term and short-term goals, emphasizing the importance of setting realistic and attainable short-term objectives. My first session with you During our first session, I focus on building rapport and exploring your past and current coping skills, including what has and hasn't worked. We will also discuss your treatment goals and review my therapy style and what you can expect in future sessions.
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100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Ayako Mori

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues
Childhood Trauma
Self Esteem Issues
Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Domestic Violence

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Culturally Sensitive
Play Therapy
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Asian

Languages spoken

English, Japanese

Getting to know Ayako Mori

Hi there, I'm Ayako! Hello, my name is Ayako Mori, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I earned my Master's in Social Work from California State University, Dominguez Hills. I have worked with children, teens, families, and individuals for over 15 years. I am bilingual in Japanese. My approach I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, specializing in depression, anxiety, domestic violence issues, grief, and trauma. I use a mindfulness approach to help my clients develop effective coping skills. As a yoga instructor, I also incorporate a mind-and-body relationship approach. My focus I typically work with young adults experiencing life changes and transitions, as well as those dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma. My communication style I create a secure environment to help my clients express their feelings and thoughts. Together, we explore underlying issues to increase awareness and insight. I incorporate mindfulness and meditation techniques to assist clients in relaxing their minds and bodies. My journey to therapy I believe therapy benefits everyone and that having a safe space to express feelings and thoughts is essential. I enjoy supporting my clients as they progress toward their treatment goals. My goals for you I collaborate with my clients to explore both long-term and short-term goals, emphasizing the importance of setting realistic and attainable short-term objectives. My first session with you During our first session, I focus on building rapport and exploring your past and current coping skills, including what has and hasn't worked. We will also discuss your treatment goals and review my therapy style and what you can expect in future sessions.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Postpartum Depression
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • California State University, Dominguez Hills, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1255692828

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Ayako Mori frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Ayako Mori on their profile.

What languages does Ayako Mori speak?

Ayako Mori speaks English and Japanese.

How do patients rate Ayako Mori in reviews?

1 patients have reviewed Ayako Mori. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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