Living in Japan as a military member or family member can be a rewarding experience, but it also comes with unique challenges.

Common challenges that I hear are things like:

• "I thought being stationed in Japan would be an exciting adventure, but it's been harder to adjust than I expected."
• "I feel isolated and disconnected from my family and friends back home. It's like I'm living in two worlds."
• "The constant moves and changes are taking a toll on my well-being and relationships. I just want some stability."
• "Balancing military life and family responsibilities is overwhelming. I worry that I'm not doing enough for my spouse and kids."
• "I'm missing important milestones with my extended family back home, and it feels like I'm losing touch with them."
• "I thought I'd be able to find meaningful work while stationed here, but it's been harder than I expected. I'm struggling with my sense of purpose and who I am outside of my spouse's military career."

Getting Support That Fits Your Life in Japan

I understand the difficulty in finding someone who not only speaks English but also understands the specific challenges of military life can be difficult, especially in a foreign country like Japan. I worked as a DoD contractor for many years, which included direct counseling work with military families between 2018-2021. I offer online therapy and counseling sessions designed to support you wherever you are in Japan. I'm also an approved TRICARE Overseas provider.

As a California Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist based in Okinawa, I offer online therapy services to military members and their families stationed in Japan. I specialize in anxiety, panic attacks, chronic worry, health anxiety, social anxiety, and OCD, but I also work with a range of other life issues that you may be facing.

To help you determine if I'm the right fit, I offer a 15-30-minute consultation at no cost and without needing to get authorization from TRICARE. If I don't have experience with the specific concerns you have, I'll let you know and help you find another professional who can support you.

Please note: I am not affiliated with the Department of Defense or any military organizations. My services are offered independently to provide therapy support during your time in Japan.