Business Details
15 Years
experience
Dr. Lani Chin - Monterey Psychologist
Dr. Lani Chin is a licensed clinical psychologist dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate emotional and psychological challenges. With a collaborative, client-centered approach, she creates a safe, nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. Her practice integrates extensive training in psychodynamic therapy, multicultural mental health, and animal-assisted therapy. Dr. Chin holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and has over a decade of experience working with diverse populations, including specialized training in equine-assisted psychotherapy and LGBTQ+ mental health.She emphasizes self-awareness, pattern recognition, and personalized strategies to foster lasting change. Her commitment to confidentiality and ethical practice ensures clients receive trustworthy, high-quality care tailored to their unique needs.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Telehealth Sessions
Canine-Assisted Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of clinical experience in diverse therapeutic modalities.
- Our practice integrates evidence-based methods with personalized, client-centered care.
- We provide secure telehealth sessions for California residents during crises.
- Our canine-assisted therapy enhances relaxation and emotional connection.
- We prioritize building trust through transparent communication and ethical practice.
Services
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy focuses on self-discovery and overcoming personal challenges like anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Clients develop self-awareness and coping strategies through guided exploration of life patterns. This service supports emotional growth and practical solutions for those seeking meaningful, lasting change.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy addresses relationship conflicts, communication breakdowns, and intimacy issues. The process identifies barriers to connection while fostering healthier interaction patterns. This service helps partners rebuild trust, resolve conflicts constructively, and strengthen emotional bonds through collaborative, solution-focused techniques.
Telehealth Sessions
Telehealth provides secure, confidential therapy via encrypted video conferencing for California residents. This service offers flexibility for clients facing logistical challenges while maintaining therapeutic continuity. It includes anxiety management, grief support, and habit modification through a HIPAA-compliant platform accessible from home or work.
Canine-Assisted Therapy
Canine-assisted therapy incorporates trained therapy dogs to reduce stress and enhance emotional connection during sessions. This service leverages physiological benefits like lowered heart rate and increased empathy. It facilitates mindfulness, nurtures emotional openness, and provides nonjudgmental support for clients exploring difficult psychological material.
People
Dr. Lani Chin
Psychologist
Dr. Lani Chin is a licensed clinical psychologist with a Psy.D. from California School of Professional Psychology. She specializes in individual and couples therapy, with expertise in multicultural mental health and animal-assisted therapy. Her practice combines 15+ years of clinical experience with a commitment to ethical, client-centered care.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
I provide individual therapy, couples counseling, telehealth sessions, and canine-assisted therapy tailored to client needs.
Are telehealth sessions confidential?
Yes, I use TheraLINK, a HIPAA-compliant platform with end-to-end encryption for secure online therapy.
Do you accept insurance?
I provide receipts for potential insurance reimbursement, but do not bill insurance directly. Check with your provider for telehealth coverage.
What is canine-assisted therapy?
This therapy integrates trained dogs to reduce stress, enhance emotional connection, and support mindfulness during sessions.
How often are therapy sessions?
Weekly sessions are recommended initially, with 50-minute standard appointments. Frequency may adjust based on client needs.
What are your qualifications?
I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, with specialized training in psychodynamic therapy, LGBTQ+ mental health, and animal-assisted interventions.
