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I describe myself as… cis-woman, artist, psychologist, athlete, Korean-American, child of immigrants, liberal, married, leader, teacher, tattoo canvas, and eternal student.

Why I work with healthcare professionals: Many of us share the same internal conflict of trying to be helpers at the same time as being human — this is a conflict that non-healthcare professionals do not really understand. The positive feedback loop fed by moral stress and compassion fatigue can sometimes seem impossible to escape. Therefore, the reason I work with healthcare professionals is because of 1) the clear need that exists, 2) the shared mission to serve, and 3) my unique ability to help because I am both a peer and a psychologist.

I'm passionate about… people of color and other marginalized populations and recognize the rise in mental health challenges within these communities in the last few years. I am also committed to people who suffer from gastrointestinal and autoimmune disorders.

You might like working with me if… you want to work with a provider who is active, authentic, and transparent, who expects the same in return from patients. You will not like working with me if you want to just vent or talk about day-to-day problems because my focus is on the bigger picture, patterns, and systemic issues that are contributing to your current challenges. My primary theoretical orientation is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

When not working… I am an artist and an athlete. You will find me creating multimedia pieces or out on running trails, swimming, biking, and doing hot yoga.

Education and Training
Graduate: Fielding Graduate University
Internship: Southwest Behavioral Health Services
Additional Training/Certifications: Board Certified in Couple and Family Psychology

Dr. Dug offers individual and relationship psychotherapy.