Leilani Salvo Crane, PhD

My approach to therapy is based on Liberation Psychology principles which state that “healing entails an explicit focus on active resistance rather than solely reactionary resilience.” (Chavez-Dueñas, et al., 2019) What this means is that, rather than pathologizing individuals, I acknowledge that folx from marginalized communities struggle with systemic oppressions and that I interrogate my position within these systems, specifically within the field of psychology. In my work I explicitly challenge oppressive systems and structures in order to empower my patients. You and I work collaboratively to identify your challenges, to work toward healing, and to provide you with tools to maximize your self-determination. I make use of feminist, multicultural, and psychoanalytic lenses, as well as techniques from CBT and mindfulness.

As the multiracial/multicultural daughter of an Asian immigrant, I am passionate about matters of identity, race, culture, and social justice. My practice is LGBTQIA+ and kink friendly.