Tianna Lui

Thanks for being here! I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who has been practicing since 2020. I work with folks across the lifespan, and use a client-centered, relational approach. My belief is that the therapeutic relationship and fit is the most important — no amount of interventions or skills can replace human connection. I received a BA in Social Welfare and Education from UC Berkeley, and an MA in Counseling Psychology (MFT track, LGBT emphasis) from Santa Clara University.

I primarily work with exploring culture/identity, immigrants, LGBTQ+, adjustment/life transitions, depression, anxiety, gender dysphoria, gender transition, social stress, and ADHD. I also work with parents whose children/family members are transgender and/or are beginning their gender transition journey.

I utilize a humanistic framework and challenge negative thoughts and beliefs, question and promote curiosity, and walk alongside you as we delve deeper into your journey and explore the past and present. I integrate aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment theory, and psychodynamic theory as additional therapeutic modalities. Exploring the root of thoughts, behaviors, and diving deeper into the self is a journey, and my intention is for it to be a collaborative process every step of the way. You are the expert in your life, and my goal is to support you in whichever way I can.

In our first few sessions together, we'll collaborate on what goals you're seeking to accomplish in therapy and what you'd like to work towards. We'll get to know one another and establish if we're a good therapeutic fit!