What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.00
About Carmen Luk
Focus areas
Anxiety
Psychological Trauma
Stress Management
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Relationship Struggles
Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness
Life Transition
Sexual Abuse Counseling
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
EMDR
Brainspotting
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
ChristianEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Getting to know Carmen Luk
Hi there, I'm Carmen!
You’ve spent much of your life taking care of everyone else being the strong one, the dependable one, the person everyone turns to while quietly putting yourself last. Maybe staying busy has helped you avoid past pain, but now your anxiety and daily life are telling you it’s time for change. It is time to take care of you and find time to heal.
My focus
I work with individuals who may appear to have it all together while privately struggling with anxiety, grief, loneliness, relationship challenges, or past childhood traumas. I especially welcome those who feel ready to go beyond simply managing symptoms and want to explore the deeper roots of what they are experiencing to eventually find healing.
My approach
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert in your own experience. I integrate Brainspotting, EMDR, and other therapeutic approaches to help you explore difficult emotions, experiences, and patterns at a deeper level, while honoring the wisdom of your mind and body.
My communication style
I bring warmth, curiosity, honesty, and compassion to our work together. I want you to feel safe enough to be real—not the version of yourself that has to hold everything together, but the person underneath it all. There is space for vulnerability, difficult conversations, and moments of discovery.
My journey to mental healthcare
From a young age, I knew I wanted to help others find healing. I’ve supported individuals and families through profound hardships, including the loss of a child to cancer. I’m especially passionate about supporting caregivers and first responders who spend their lives caring for others but have yet to heal from their own personal trauma.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- San Francisco State University, Master's in Social Work
- University of California, Berkeley, Bachelor's
NPI number
1497316558
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What practice does Carmen Luk work with?
Carmen Luk works with Rula Health - San Diego.
What are common reasons for patients to see Carmen Luk?
Carmen Luk frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Carmen Luk on their profile.
What languages does Carmen Luk speak?
Carmen Luk speaks English and Spanish.