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How to find a therapist who speaks Japanese
Regardless of your location or language proficiency, you can connect with a therapist who understands your cultural background and communicates in a language you're comfortable with. This inclusivity ensures that everyone, regardless of geographical location or linguistic differences, can access the support they deserve. We also understand that there are many reasons why you might feel more comfortable with a counsellor who shares similar demographics. If you have specific preferences for your therapist, you can use our built-in therapy search filters to find the right fit for you. Search for Japanese-speaking therapists by filtering by language in the search tool here in our directory of licensed professionals and discover other filter options such as:
- gender identity
- religion
- ethnic background
- sexual orientation
- or therapeutic approach
Should I do therapy in my native language?
The opinions on the topic language and therapy are varied, but roughly speaking, the theories can be split into two categories: Those that claim non-native therapy to be less effective and less emotional than therapy in your mother tongue, and those which say non-native therapy might be more analytical than native therapy. Like with so many other criteria when looking for a therapist, it's good to ask yourself if you need someone who resembles you or if it's enough to find someone who simply shares aspects of your cultural experience. In the end, more than anything else, it's the therapeutic relationship and rapport that makes for successful therapy. Read more about doing therapy in your native language here.
It's Complicated: Therapy on your terms
For many of us, there's never a more important time than now to nurture our mental health. With a diverse network of over 1,500 mental health professionals spanning 50+ countries, you can easily connect with an accredited psychologist who fits your needs in Japanese. If you are interested in therapy to assist you in improving your life quality we operate in nearly 100 languages, including Japanese, offering both online and in-person sessions. If you need some more help in finding a qualified online therapist, It's Complicated offers a free matching service, where our in-house therapists will try to find the best match for you based on your individual needs and preferences.
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