Sunny Choi, LCSW
I care about your well-being because your happiness and mental health is my passion. My approach is compassionate, nonjudgmental, and collaborative. I can help you understand and change the negative patterns that contribute to your emotional distress. I’ll teach you innovative techniques to enhance your mood, improve your relationships, and live a happier, more meaningful life. As a former corporate high-tech employee, an immigrant, and an LGBTQ person of color, I can relate to many of your struggles
My approach to therapy over the last decade has been holistic. I learned Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from Dr. David Burns. I am a team lead at his weekly Stanford class. For 20+ years, I’ve practiced and taught mindfulness meditation. I was a Dale Carnegie career coach. I collaborate with primary care physicians to create integrated treatments for teenagers and adults involving mental, physical, and nutrition-based therapies.
I obtained a MSW degree specialized in Community Mental Health from California State University. I received a B.Sc in Engineering from UCLA and a graduate degree in Management from Stanford University. I spent many years at tech companies, where I observed colleagues struggling emotionally with work, discrimination, and relationship challenges. All of my career experiences have contributed to the pursuit of my passion: helping people make the changes they seek in their lives.
“Sunny is highly accomplished and caring. We collaborated to provide holistic, integrated care to our patients - an effective strategy that resulted in quick recovery. His expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure Therapy has helped many of my patients overcome their anxiety and panic attacks in just a few sessions.”
“Sunny has helped many of my teenage patients with a broad range of mental health issues such as depression, panic attacks, and anxiety. Teenagers find him approachable, making treatments more impactful because he quickly breaks down barriers with his caring and funny demeanor.”
“Sunny is a skilled clinician who brings relief to my patients quickly. His warm, empathetic approach motivates my patients to master the skills to understand their negative thought patterns and make a meaningful improvement in their mental health. He has helped them to live fuller, happier lives, and enrich their relationships.”
“I have referred several patients to Sunny, and have always been very satisfied with his work. He is a therapist that is invested in his patients while being relatable and effective. My patients are pleased with their progress.”