Ami Koide(She/They)
Clinical Supervisor and Licensed Therapist
CA Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #136634
Florida Telehealth Registration #TPMF1247
Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists #T2504
Phone: (714) 519-6424
Email: ami@gatherandgrowoc.com
What is your role at Gather and Grow OC?
I have the privilege of being part of the Gather and Grow team as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Clinical Supervisor. I see clients and support the Associate Clinicians here at the practice.
School and Training History
I earned my BA in Psychology from California State University, Long Beach, and my MA in Couples and Family Therapy from Alliant International University. I completed my traineeship and stayed on to work at the LGBT Center OC in Santa Ana. I’m currently in the process of becoming certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Individual Focus
I love working with people from diverse backgrounds and communities. It's fascinating to listen to people's stories and experiences. I love hearing where they want to go from there and seeing what I can do to help them on their way!
What excites you about being part of the Gather and Grow OC community?
The moment I became part of the Gather and Grow OC Community, I knew it felt different from other therapy spaces. Group practice is a perfect fit for me because I like to feel a sense of support and community in my own workspace, which is what Gather and Grow OC warmly provides. Not only do I have a comfortable space to work, but I also have the opportunity to create a community space for marginalized communities to meet and feel supported. I'm very excited to see what the future holds for me here!
Currently scheduling clients on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday afternoons!
You can contact Ami directly at (714) 519-6424 or ami@gatherandgrowoc.com. View other therapist profiles HERE.
A Letter from Ami
Hi, I’m Ami! I work at Gather & Grow as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My adventure into therapy started as a pre-teen, when I realized I wanted to make a positive difference in others' lives. I’ve always felt mental health is something extremely important that we need to nurture and maintain!
I started my education and training for therapy at Alliant International University, and I served at the LGBT Center OC as a trainee. I continued to volunteer at The LGBT Center OC for two years after completing my degree because I loved working with the diverse population supported there. I have learned so much by educating myself on how to better serve this community and continue advocating in spaces where I hold the title of ally rather than member. As someone who identifies as an LGBTQ+ woman of color, I believe it’s important to be open and empathetic to the struggles and challenges of those with different life experiences.
Moving forward, I want to gain more training in art therapy and DBT to support clients with trauma. I think being creative and artistic can help us express ourselves when we are having a hard time articulating our challenges. I’m a strong believer in self-care and mindfulness, and I encourage myself and my clients to practice both. I’m so excited to work with new clients here at Gather and Grow OC and support them on their journey!
Sincerely,
Ami