Yoga sessions will be offered by Dr. Maile Labasan who is a licensed psychologist and a certified E-RYT® 200, RYT® 500 yoga instructor. Dr. Labasan brings over three decades of experience aiding individuals and groups in enhancing their emotional health and overall well-being. Based in Honolulu, Hawaii, she resides with her family while managing a private clinical practice, leading community-based yoga classes, and facilitating wellness workshops. Dr. Labasan’s approach merges principles from trauma-informed yoga, psychology, and neuroscience to equip individuals with the tools necessary to manage their energy, enhance their well-being, and overcome life’s obstacles. She is dedicated to providing accessible and sustainable practices, focused on empowering individuals to integrate simple yet transformative tools into their daily lives for lasting impact.
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Dr. Aukahi Austin Seabury is Executive Director of I Ola Lāhui, an organization whose "mission is to provide culturally-minded evidence-based behavioral healthcare that is responsive to the needs of medically underserved, rural, and predominantly Native Hawaiian communities. She is a member of Nā Limahana of Lonopūhā Native Hawaiian Health Consortium and sits on the State of Hawai‘i Department of Labor and Industrial Relations Health Workforce Advisory Board.
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Dr. Sapna B. Chopra is an Associate Professor in Human Services at California State University, Fullerton. Her undergraduate degree is in Psychology and Social Behavior with a minor in Women’s Studies from the University of California, Irvine, and Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Maryland at College Park. A consistent thread throughout her teaching, research, and service has been a focus on social justice, liberation, and healing. She seeks to help students reflect on and understand the impact of privilege, power, and oppression, as well as our collective responsibility to challenge oppressive systems and create a more just society.
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Richelle Concepcion, PsyD, MPH is a licensed clinical psychologist who works with the United States Army at Tripler Army Medical Center, Hawai'i. She previously worked in a number of clinical settings which include Schofield Barracks (Desmond Doss) HealthClinic, the Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton’s Deployment Health Center and Patton State Hospital in California. She is a past president of the Asian American Psychological Association and currently serves as a Clinical Representative (Disaster Response Task Force) for the Hawai'i Psychological Association. She serves as a Public Health Officer with the Hawai'i Air National Guard on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam where she has also held roles as a Violence Prevention Implementer (formerly Green Dot) trainer and Emergency Management Liaison for the 154th Medical Group. She is also a member of the Mental Health Committee for Fil-CHA (Filipinx Community Health Association) and a co-founding member of the Filipino Mental Health Initiative-Hawaii. Her areas of clinical interest include: diversity issues among veterans/active duty service members, health promotion/education, and the integration of traditional healing methods with psychotherapy. As the Community and Public Service Representative for the Hawaii Psychological Association, Richelle hopes to facilitate collaboration between HPA and several community-based organizations which could help with linking vital services, advocacy and education.
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Dr. Leilani Ahina-Dawson is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Honolulu, Hawai’i. With a profound commitment to enhancing the social and emotional well-being of her community, she serves as the Director of Social and Emotional Health at ‘Iolani School. In this role, Dr. Ahina-Dawson oversees a comprehensive array of programs aimed at bolstering the health and wellness of students, parents, and faculty. Her initiatives focus on both preventative measures and responsive interventions, ensuring a holistic approach to mental health.
A Native Hawaiian born and raised in Hawai’i, Dr. Ahina-Dawson's educational journey took her to the continent, where she pursued higher education in Washington and Illinois before returning home to complete her Doctoral Degree at the American School of Professional Psychology, Hawai’i Campus. Her academic and professional paths reflect a deep-rooted dedication to her community and a desire to contribute positively to the lives of those around her. Dr. Ahina-Dawson's approach to psychology is deeply influenced by her belief in the power of individual strengths as a foundation for transformative growth. She is passionate about empowering individuals to navigate their unique pathways toward fulfillment and resilience. Beyond her clinical work, she is equally dedicated to disseminating effective strategies for systemic change, sharing her insights and methodologies to promote broader societal well-being. |
Dr. Quincy Guinadi, PsyD, is a postdoctoral resident at Affinity Psychological Services. Additionally, she currently holds multiple leadership positions within the American Psychological Association such as being the past-chair of the APA’s Graduate Student Committee (APAGS) and the graduate student representative on the APA Board of Directors. Dr. Guinadi is a graduate of Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota where she earned her Masters, and then Doctorate in Counseling Psychology. She is also a first-generation immigrant from Indonesia and Singapore. Her scholarly and clinical interests include complex trauma, immigrant mental health, international students wellbeing, and leadership psychology. In 2021, Dr. Guinadi was the recipient of the Graduate Student of the Year awarded by the Minnesota Psychological Association. Currently, Dr. Guinadi is doing clinical work at Affinity Psychological Services providing testing, assessment, and therapy to primarily Asian and immigrant populations in Minnesota. She took on an ambitious path of creating an ADHD assessment program from the ground up as part of her postdoctoral experience and hopes to develop an assessment program and experience that is culturally-informed and non-pathologizing for diverse clients. Outside of her professional world, you can find Dr. Guinadi playing on an ultimate frisbee team and knitting a new sweater to prep for the Minnesota winters!
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Debra Kawahara, PhD, is the associate dean for Academic Affairs and Distinguished Professor at the California School of Professional Psychology, Alliant International University. She earned her BA in psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles and earned her doctorate in clinical psychology with a focus on multicultural and community psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology. Kawahara is a feminist and multicultural scholar whose work centers on intersectionality, women of color, particularly Asian American women, and the application of feminist and multicultural values and social justice principles. She is widely published, and in 2018, she became the editor of Women & Therapy. She has served as chair for over 30 dissertations and enjoys mentoring many aspiring feminist and multicultural psychologists, particularly women, and those of color. In addition, Kawahara is a fellow of APA Divisions 35 and 45 and the Asian American Psychological Association. In recognition of her work, she was awarded an APA Presidential Citation in 2019 and the Shining Star Award at the National Multicultural Conference & Summit in 2017. In 2015, she received Div. 45's Distinguished Career Contributions for Service Award, and in 2012, she received Div. 35's Pioneer Award (Section 5, Asian Pacific Islander Women). She is a current Div. 35 Council of Representatives member (2019-21), an APA Finance Committee member, and an Advisory Committee member for the Leadership Institute for Women in Psychology.
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Innocenta Sound-Kikku is a community leader in Hawai`i originally from Lukunor in Chuuk State, Federated States of Micronesia. She is a former Law enforcement officer who has worked to address domestic violence, empowering women, and children. She is an advocate, storyteller, teacher and author. She founded the intergenerational youth program, "Pacific Voices" at Kokua Kalihi Valley (KKV). Her recent publications include, "Mwa Machang: A Chuukese story," and "Silent Warriors."
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Dr. Grace S. Kim is a Clinical Associate Professor and the Chair of the Counseling Psychology & Applied Human Development Department at Boston University Wheelock College of Education & Human Development. Dr. Kim was trained in clinical psychology and researches social justice education and Asian American psychology. She explores how students understand the meanings of diversity; how to teach diversity and social justice effectively; and how to train future professionals to be more culturally humble and responsive. She also focuses on resilience and mental health of Asian Americans, centering their struggles for liberation, social agency, and solidarity with other marginalized groups.
Dr. Kim is the co-author of two books, Unraveling Assumptions: A Primer for Understanding Oppression and Privilege, and Teaching Diversity Relationally: Engaging Emotions and Embracing Possibilities. She holds a Fellow status in the American Psychological Association (Divisions 35 & 45) and the Asian American Psychological Association. She is the recipient of the 2023 Boston University Provost’s Scholar-Teacher of the Year award. She is the President-Elect of APA Division 35, Society for the Psychology of Women. |
Dr. Linh Luu is a licensed psychologist – Health Service Provider and serves as the Executive Director of Student Health and Counseling Services at the University of Memphis. She received her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Lehigh University APA-Accredited program and has had more than a decade of experience working with clients from underserved communities. Her scholarly interests include advocacy, issues of equity and health disparities, and multicultural competency in clinical supervision. Clinically, she has special interests in working with clients with trauma and grief, multicultural issues, identity development issues, and LGBTQ+ clients. Currently serving on editorial boards of the Journal of College Counseling, the Asian American Journal of Psychology, and The Counseling Psychologist, Dr. Luu has been recognized by the American Psychological Association - Society of Counseling Psychology and Society for the Psychology of Womxn for her scholarship, leadership, and service. She is the 2019-2020 president of Section 5/ Division 35 (Psychology of Asian Pacific American Women) and is currently serving as president of division 35, Society for the Psychology of Womxn, American Psychological Association.
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Nadine Nakamura, PhD earned her BA in Psychology with a specialization in Asian American Studies from UCLA and earned her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The George Washington University. She is a Professor at the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University in San Diego. Dr. Nakamura’s research focuses on understanding the unique needs of LGBTQ people of color, LGBTQ immigrants and asylum seekers, as well as LGBTQ international issues. She has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, as well as a co-edited book titled LGBTQ Mental Health: International Perspectives and Experiences. Dr. Nakamura has received funding from the American Psychological Association’s Minority Fellowship Program, the National Institute of Mental Health, the National Institute of Drug Abuse, the Canadian Institute of Health Research, and the Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues. She has provided diversity training, workshops, and presentations to various organizations and audiences both nationally and internationally.
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