Meet Christine Kay Wong
PhD, MA, LMFT
Therapist for Adult Children of Immigrants, Families, and Athletes
Sports Psychology & Strategic Coach
Online in Los Angeles & across California
You work so hard.
Yet it always feels like you’re falling short.
The constant pressure. The criticism that hurts more than you can show. The sense of never being good enough.
Trying to set boundaries, even though your parents don’t understand what boundaries are.
Trying to be the best, even if it means burning yourself out in the process.
It’s like you’re stuck on a hamster wheel and don’t know how to get off.
Whether you’re a burned-out professional, a busy parent trying to break cycles of generational trauma, or an athlete aiming for your full potential… you belong here.
I specialize in supporting adult children of immigrants, families, and athletes navigating grief, trauma, and burnout.
I understand the unique pressures you face, especially when cultural expectations conflict with your personal needs.
Growing up as children of immigrants, we’re taught to hide our emotions, get straight A’s, and perform, perform, perform. The pressure is exhausting.
It may feel like you’re living by other people’s expectations instead of your own choices.
I get it. I remember a time when I was personally grieving, and people around me told me to “move on.” But that approach didn’t work for me, and I understand if it’s not working for you either.
I believe it’s a strength to understand and manage our emotions. It’s okay to acknowledge that we’re tired, hurting, or grieving. Emotions don’t make us weak; they make us human.
It’s my goal to break down the stigma surrounding mental health.
Because when one person heals, the whole community heals.
Serving my community means the world to me.
There’s no cookie-cutter approach here. I offer support for all aspects of your identity – child of immigrants, working professional, parent, athlete, and more.
Therapy doesn’t have to be intimidating. I’ll meet you exactly where you are – even if you’re nervous and not sure what to talk about.
Clients like that I’m approachable and genuine.
In our sessions, you’ll experience my empathy, care, and humor. I’ll show you how to regulate your nervous system, build positive self-talk, and find ways to feel safe emotionally.
Using breathwork and mindful approaches, we’ll work through challenges, limiting beliefs, and painful experiences that are holding you back.
Even if no one in your family supports you… sometimes it just takes one person to remind you that you are worthy.
I am here for you.
Whatever you’re going through, you can get through it, and you don’t have to do it alone. Therapy, in your darkest hours, is the support you need.
You’ve worked so hard to survive.
You deserve to thrive in your life.
Take the first step toward your healing, freedom, and empowerment.
therapy with me is…
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I’ll meet you exactly where you are and work with you, as your guide and cheerleader, toward building the life that you desire.
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You’ll learn skills to regulate your nervous system, allowing you to stay grounded & resilient through hard times.
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Your worthiness is unconditional. I’ll help you challenge self-limiting beliefs, so you can treat yourself with the kindness and care that you deserve.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA
PhD Counseling and Psychological Studies; Developmental Stages across Life Span Research
Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education and Psychology; West Los Angeles, CA
M.A. Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, May 2020
California State University, Los Angeles, CA
B.S. Business Administration, August 2014
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Strategic Family Therapy Dr. Cloe Madanes
Compassionate Inquiry 2025 Gabor Mate MD
Independent Study | Federal Emergency Management Agency | U.S Department of Homeland Security 2023
Institute of Creative Mindfulness EMDR Level I & II Certificate of Completion 2020
8 Hour Completion of NCCDP Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Training 2020
Prepare and Enrich Marital Counseling Certified 2019
Restoration Therapy Certified Level One 2019
150+ Gam-ANON (Support for Gamblers Anonymous) meetings attended Azusa, CA
Personal Training in Prana Psychotherapy and Breathwork Master Co
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Founder & Chief Executive Officer | Momentum Mindfulness Family Counseling Inc.
Clinician II | Sycamores
Instructor | Global Mosaic International Institute | Kwania District, Uganda
AMFT | OPICA (Optimistic People in a Caring Atmosphere)
MFT Trainee | Fuller Psychological Family Services
GSP IRB Liaison | Pepperdine University
T.A./Guest Lecturer Supervisor | Pepperdine University
fun facts
My Spotify playlist is an endless rotation of progressive house and oldies but goodies Motown.
On weekends, you can find me enjoying dim sum brunch. (Hello, NBC Seafood Restaurant!)
Loose-leaf green tea is my drink of choice.
One of my favorite memories is traveling through California, sampling jams from the central coast. Mmm, olallieberry…
As a former real estate agent and athlete-turned-therapist, I love to show up and support my friends in all their industries.
Tennis and table tennis are two of my greatest joys in life.
HOW CAN I SUPPORT YOU?
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Therapy for Adult Children of Immigrants
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Child & Family Counseling
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Therapy for Trauma & Grief
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Sports Psychology Coaching