Sachie Makishi, LCSW

I had a very positive experience working with Sachie. She helped me a lot in navigating a period of time with a lot of changes going on in my life. She was very helpful with reframing the way I think and empowered me to be much more assertive and confident.

I’ve been working with Sachie for about 5 years and she has been so helpful. She very patient but also gives just the right amount of push and truth-telling to nudge me in the right direction. I’ve really come a long way since meeting her with slow and steady progress. This is a small example, but when I started I couldn’t talk on the phone. I would do absolutely everything to avoid calling someone, even putting off important calls for days and then feeling super anxious every time I did them. Today, phone calls are no problem at all! I still feel a little ping of anxiety but I remind myself that I’ve done it before and I can do it again. Therapy takes time and Sachie will definitely give you the time and space to make the changes you want in your life.

Sachie is an active listener. She is fully invested in every word, thought, feeling you have and pushes you to explore all. After years of fighting to be heard and acknowledged, I finally found a place to share my life experiences in a safe environment. She is especially good with family matters including trauma. She is very thoughtful as well. My time with her has been extremely validating. Thank you, Sachie.

My journey with Sachie as my therapist has been extremely healing and a positive experience. After years of personal tragedies, Sachie's counseling sessions has been instrumental in restoring my confidence and self value. I would recommend Sachie Makishi to anyone who is overwhelmed by life unexpected difficulties and is looking for wellness in life. Sachie is able to analyze your situation and explain it in a way which you understand. She's warm, empathetic and trustworthy. GREAT PARTNERSHIP!!!