Business Details
9 Years
experience
Mental Health Therapy in San Jose, CA
At Sunlit Psychotherapy, we believe in your innate capacity to heal, grow, and blossom. Our practice is built on the understanding that life's challengeswhether rooted in stress, cultural identity, relationships, or transitionsrequire personalized, compassionate care. With over a decade of experience in clinical settings, including specialized work with severe mental illness and dual diagnosis programs, we bring deep expertise to outpatient therapy. Our approach integrates evidence-based modalities like CBT and DBT, tailored to address anxiety, depression, perfectionism, and cultural trauma.As a third-culture immigrant and polyglot, we uniquely empathize with bicultural experiences and the complexities of navigating diverse environments. We prioritize creating a safe, confidential space where you can reconnect with your strengths, establish healthier boundaries, and cultivate wellness without judgment. Our commitment to accessibility is reflected in flexible payment options, including private pay and major insurance networks, alongside a free 20-minute consultation to begin your journey.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Supervision Services
Perinatal Mental Health
Cultural Identity Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Perfectionism Recovery
Trauma Therapy
LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Care
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We specialize in culturally responsive therapy for bicultural and immigrant populations
- Our therapist has 8+ years of experience in dual diagnosis and intensive outpatient programs
- We integrate CBT and DBT with mindfulness and boundary-setting techniques
- In-network with 7 major insurance providers including United Healthcare and Blue Shield
- Free 20-minute initial consultation available via multiple platforms
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored mental health treatment addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. We employ evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT to develop coping skills and self-awareness. Sessions focus on boundary setting, sleep hygiene, and reconnecting with personal strengths through a culturally sensitive lens.
Couples Therapy
Specialized support for relationship challenges including communication breakdowns, cultural differences, and intimacy issues. We address attachment styles and conflict patterns while maintaining neutrality. Techniques incorporate emotional regulation strategies and tools for rebuilding trust in both monogamous and non-monogamous partnerships.
Cultural Identity Counseling
Addressing unique challenges faced by immigrants and third-culture individuals. We explore cultural expectations, racial trauma, and identity formation while navigating generational differences. The practice validates experiences of feeling 'othered' and develops strategies for maintaining authenticity in diverse environments without emotional burnout.
Perinatal Mental Health
Support for pregnancy-related mental health challenges including postpartum anxiety and depression. We address societal expectations of parenthood, identity shifts, and self-care neglect. The approach balances practical coping tools with emotional processing to reduce shame and isolation during this transitional period.
Supervision Services
Guidance for associate therapists pursuing licensure in California. We offer both group and individual supervision focusing on case conceptualization, ethical dilemmas, and cultural competence. The program emphasizes developing therapeutic presence while maintaining professional boundaries and self-care practices.
People
OSun Yoo
Licensed Marriage Family Therapist
OSun Yoo is a California Licensed Marriage Family Therapist with over 8 years of experience in community mental health, hospital systems, and private practice. Specializing in cultural identity and trauma, they combine clinical expertise with personal understanding of immigrant experiences to support clients in reconnecting with their innate strengths.
Questions
What makes therapy different from talking to friends or family?
Therapy provides a confidential, non-judgmental space focused solely on your needs without relational obligations. We offer evidence-based techniques and objective perspectives to develop coping strategies that casual conversations typically cannot provide.
How does therapy complement medication?
Therapy and medication work synergistically like exercise and nutrition. While medication addresses biological factors, therapy develops behavioral skills and cognitive patterns to create comprehensive mental wellness and sustainable recovery.
What therapeutic approaches are used?
We primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address thought patterns and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for emotional regulation. These evidence-based modalities help restructure negative thinking, improve coping skills, and enhance distress tolerance through structured skill-building.
How long should I commit to therapy?
We recommend weekly sessions for at least six months to establish consistent progress. The duration depends on individual goals, with flexibility to adjust frequency as needed. Many clients continue beyond initial targets to explore deeper personal growth.
How do I start therapy with Kaiser patients?
Kaiser Northern California members can request an outside referral through their psychiatry clinic. After authorization, schedule via the Allminds platform by searching for Sunlit Psychotherapy to begin sessions with a free initial consultation.
