Kary Kwong-Lee

Hi! My name is Kary and I am a Chinese-American transnational adoptee living in San Francisco, CA. I grew up in San Francisco, but spent a decade living in the beautiful Pacific Northwest (Oregon & Washington) where I completed a Masters in Social Work at the University of Washington and worked with unhoused young adults and young girls of color in various non-profit settings. I returned to San Francisco seven years ago and have been working as a community-based therapist for children, youth, and families, as well as supervising a team of therapists in a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy clinic.

I believe therapy works best when you feel truly seen, heard, and accepted for who you are. I strive to create a space that is warm, open, and nonjudgmental—where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported just as they are.

At the heart of my work is a belief in each person’s capacity for growth and meaningful change. I see therapy as a collaborative process, where we explore what’s working, what’s not, and what’s possible. Whether you're navigating big life changes, feeling stuck, or simply wanting to understand yourself better, I'm here to walk alongside you.

While I tailor my approach to fit each individual, I often integrate evidence-based strategies with a deep respect for individual experience, insight, and the power of the therapeutic relationship itself. Ultimately, my goal is to support clients in making changes that feel authentic and empowering, and that move them closer to the life they want to live.

My hope is that you leave each session feeling supported, understood, and a little more connected to yourself. You can expect a space where you don’t have to filter or hide parts of who you are—where your experiences are honored and your goals matter. Depending on where you are in your journey, that might look like gaining new insight into patterns that no longer serve you, feeling more grounded in your values, or building practical skills to help you move through life's challenges with greater clarity and self-compassion. Sometimes it means simply having a place to process and breathe. Most of all, you can expect a collaborative experience where we work together toward meaningful change—at your pace, in a way that feels right for you.