Dr. Patrick Ho Lam Lai
PhD, LCSW
Associate Psychotherapist
Pronouns: he/him/his
My Clinical Background
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Virtual Only
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-Blue Cross Blue Shield
-Aetna
-United Healthcare (UBH)
-Point32 (Harvard Pilgrim)
-Cigna
-Optum (Oscar/Oxford) -
-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
-Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
-Exposure Therapy
-Psychoanalysis
-Person-Centered Therapy
-Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT)
-Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
-Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
-Narrative Therapy
-Culturally-Adapted Therapy
-Play Therapy
-Strengths Perspective
-Couple Therapy
-Marriage Therapy -
-Anxiety Disorders
-Depression and Mood Disorders
-Trauma and PTSD
-Grief and Loss, Relationship and Marital Issues
-Couples Therapy
-Premarital Counseling
-Divorce and Separation Adjustment
-Co-Parenting Support
-Family Conflict, Child and Adolescent Therapy
-Behavioral Issues
-Identity and Self-Esteem
-Life Transitions and Adjustment
-Stress Management
-Chronic Illness and Pain
-Psychosis and Severe Mental Illness
-Geriatric Mental Health
-Cultural and Immigration-Related Stress
-Asian Mental Health
-First-Generation and Immigrant Experiences
-Parenting Support -
-Children
-Adolescents
-Adults
-Older Adults
-Couples
-Families
-Immigrants
-First-Generation Individuals
-Asian American Communities
-Caregivers
-Parents
-College and Graduate Students
-Working Professionals
-Individuals Facing Life Transitions
-Individuals Coping with Chronic Illness or Disability. -
Ph.D. in Social Work
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-English
-Mandarin
-Cantonese
How I Can Support You
As a trilingual clinician and researcher, I support diverse populations such as Asians, immigrants, first-generation individuals, and couples by offering culturally responsive, evidence-based care. I create a safe and respectful space for clients to explore challenges related to anxiety, identity, relationships, life transitions, and intergenerational dynamics, helping them build resilience and achieve meaningful personal growth.
My Approach
My approach is collaborative, client-centered, and culturally informed. I draw from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and narrative therapy, while tailoring each session to the client’s unique background, values, and goals. With a strong foundation in working with diverse populations—including Asians, immigrants, and couples—I prioritize creating a safe and respectful space where clients feel heard and empowered. I believe in building a therapeutic relationship rooted in trust, empathy, and cultural humility to support meaningful and lasting change.
Patrick’s Library
About Me
I am a trilingual therapist, educator, and researcher with a focus on supporting Asian and immigrant communities. I began practicing in 2014 in Hong Kong after earning my BSW, later completed my MSW at the University of Michigan, and recently earned my Ph.D. in Social Work from Boston College. Drawing from CBT, strengths-based, and culturally responsive approaches, I work with individuals, couples, and families to navigate identity, life transitions, and intergenerational dynamics in a safe and respectful space.