About Me

Photo: Megan Watkins Photography

Hi! My name is Lannie (pronounced “Annie with an L”)

Pronouns: she/hers
I’m a 2nd-to-2.75-generation Korean American, born and raised on the East Coast—between Maryland and Massachusetts—and a recent transplant to California as of 2021. I can’t complain about the sunshine here, though I do miss the changing seasons of the East Coast. :)

I do this work because I believe you deserve a space where you can bring all parts of yourself, discover and deepen your self-understanding, and do so with compassion.

I’m committed to being an active partner in that process, holding a space that is safe, open, curious, and reflective.

It’s a tremendous privilege to be invited into a shared space with you—to hear your story, understand how it has shaped you, and join you in finding a path forward that feels grounded and true to you.

About Me

  • As an LMFT, I believe understanding your context—both the systems you grew up in and those you live in now—is essential. You might come to therapy with specific concerns or patterns you want to “fix,” but my practice focuses on exploring these within the relationships and environments that shape your experience.

    My approach is person-centered and reflective: I trust the inner wisdom you already possess and create a supportive space for you to explore your emotions and insights. I actively collaborate with you to help meet your goals.

    I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Over time, I’ve integrated principles from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and The Gottman Method to align with my values and style. I’m committed to ongoing growth through trainings and education to serve you better.

    If you’re interested, I also use the Enneagram as a tool to deepen self-understanding and insight.

    • Life Transitions

    • Depression

    • Anxiety

    • Stress, Burnout & Coping Skills

    • Self-Worth & Confidence

    • Relationship Concerns (Communication & Connection)

    • Spirituality

    • Family Conflict

    • Parenting

    I especially enjoy working with millennials, Asian Americans, and those new to therapy!

  • Authenticity

    Compassion

    Acceptance

    Connection

    Non-judgmental Curiosity

  • - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) - #1535 (Massachusetts), #131359 (California)

    - Masters of Arts in Counseling – Marriage and Family Counseling -Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary

    - Master of Arts in Educational Ministries - Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary

    - Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at University of Maryland – College Park

    I have been working in the mental health field for over 10 years as a clinician and then as a supervisor, primarily in the community mental health sector with youth, their families, and the other systems they found themselves in (familial, educational, social, governmental, etc).

    I transitioned to private practice in 2020 during the pandemic and have been working with individuals and couples (dating, engaged, married) ever since.

  • I’m an Enneagram 2.

    I am a mom to 2 little kids.

    I was a Yelp Elite member in my past life.

    Puzzles, paint-by-numbers, and knitting are my way to unwind.

    I enjoy reading, watching tv/movies, and cooking/eating!

    Recent Orangetheory enthusiast.

    Chocolate. Need I say more?

    I am fluent in Korean but only conduct therapy in English.

Why Landing Place Therapy?

I love a good metaphor.

When I tried to put my therapy approach into words, I kept coming back to the idea of a “landing place.” You are the pilot of your plane—that is, your life. Your journey is influenced by many factors: weather conditions, the health of the plane, and the pilot themselves. These mirror life circumstances, family history, and your own inner world.

Often, we operate on autopilot, unaware of what’s truly happening. We feel pulled in different directions, lost on our path, or hopeless about ever finding a place to land—or the ability to land safely.

Why does this matter in therapy?

We honor your journey and the many possible destinations.
We build awareness and understanding of the conditions around you and within yourself.
Together, we fine-tune the skills to land—to feel grounded in your Self, your decisions, and your experience.