CONNECT. EMPOWER. TOGETHER
Meet Kaori
Hello!
Bilingual therapy in English and Japanese, grounded in over 25 years of clinical experience.
I’m Kaori Stram, a licensed therapist who works with adults navigating anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, relationship patterns, and the pressures that can come from family, work, culture, and life transitions.
I believe that even when you feel stuck or disconnected from yourself, something essential within you remains intact. Therapy can offer the space and support to reconnect with that part of yourself and move toward greater emotional freedom, self-trust, and authenticity.
My work is warm, relational, and experiential, with an emphasis on helping you feel more connected to yourself and your emotional experience.
Sessions are available in English & Japanese.
Online therapy is available for adults in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida.
A Bit About Me
I was born and raised in Tokyo and moved to the United States to study counseling. My own experiences of living across cultures have deepened my appreciation for the complexities of identity, belonging, and human connection. These themes continue to inform my work as a therapist.
Outside of therapy, I find joy and grounding in nature, time with my family and pets, yoga, meditation, and karate. These practices help me stay connected to my body, my values, and what matters most. I also enjoy simple moments - a walk outside, the changing of seasons, and the beauty of light breaking through the trees, like in this photo I took recently.
These parts of my life remind me of the importance of presence, balance, and ongoing growth - both in and outside the therapy room.
A Life Rooted in Connection
The light is there, waiting to be noticed.
My Approach
My work is grounded in AEDP psychotherapy and integrates attachment-based, emotion-focused, and somatic perspectives.
Rather than relying only on intellectual understanding, therapy with me involves paying attention to what is happening emotionally, physically, and relationally in the present moment.
Credentials & Training
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) – New York
Licensed Professional Counselor - New Jersey
Licensed Professional Counselor - Connecticut
Florida Out-of-State Telehealth Provider
Master’s in Counseling & Guidance – New York University
Certified AEDP® Therapist & Supervisor
Fluent in English and Japanese
Interested in Working Together?
If you feel my approach might be a good fit for you, you’re welcome to reach out with any questions or to schedule a free 20-minute phone consultation.