Therapy in Renton, Washington Aiki Shi, Therapy Clinician
Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)
Ages Served: 6-64
Appointments: In-office only. Telehealth not available
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans
Aiki Shi, MA, LMHCA
Specializes In:
Aiki Shi helps children, adolescents, teens, and adults throughout Washington navigate emotional, behavioral, and life challenges with empathy, cultural awareness, and evidence-based care. As a Counselor Associate at LifeStance Health, she provides individual and family therapy designed to help patients better understand themselves, strengthen relationships, and develop practical skills for lasting well-being. Aiki works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and ADHD, creating a supportive environment where patients can feel safe, respected, and empowered to grow. Aiki has a strong passion for helping individuals facing challenges related to gender identity and self-discovery. She recognizes that exploring identity can bring unique emotional, social, and family-related concerns, particularly for children, teens, and adults seeking greater authenticity and acceptance. Through affirming and compassionate care, she supports patients in building confidence, navigating life transitions, and fostering a stronger sense of self while honoring each person’s unique experiences and goals. Her therapeutic approach is collaborative and individualized, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Aiki works with patients experiencing trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and childhood behavioral concerns, while also supporting a variety of additional mental health needs. She has experience serving individuals with autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and others seeking compassionate behavioral health support. Whether working with a child struggling in school, a teen facing emotional challenges, or an adult managing stress and life transitions, Aiki strives to help patients build resilience and meaningful coping skills. Aiki earned her education from Seattle University and Eastern Washington University, where she developed the clinical foundation that supports her thoughtful and patient-centered approach to therapy. She also speaks Japanese and Mandarin, allowing her to connect with and support individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Outside of her clinical work, Aiki enjoys cooking, drawing, karate, yoga, swimming, and spending time with family and friends. These interests reflect her appreciation for creativity, balance, personal growth, and connection—values that also influence her therapeutic style.
Aiki Shi provides services with supervision.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Individual Therapy: Ages 6-64
Areas of Focus
Individual Therapy
Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.
- Anxiety
- Childhood behavioral issues
- Depression/feeling down
- Panic attacks
- School behavioral issues
- Self-esteem
- Stress management
- Ability status
- ADHD
- Attention & focus
- Autism: generally independent
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bullying or harassment
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Caregiving
- Domestic violence & abuse
- Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
- Early adulthood: Starting college or career
- Emotional abuse
- Empty nesters
- Ethnic identity
- Family conflict
- First responder stress
- Gambling
- Gender identity
- General relationship issues
- Grief & loss
- Hallucinations
- Immigration/cultural status
- Intense mood changes
- Learning challenges
- LGBTQ+
- Marital stress or divorce
- Military & veteran
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Other addictive behaviors
- Parenthood
- Parenting
- Phobias
- Pornography/sexual behaviors
- Premarital counseling
- Psychosis/issues with reality
- Racial identity
- Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
- School avoidance
- Sexual trauma
- Social injustice
- Social skills & communication
- Stress from ongoing health issues
- Trauma & PTSD
- Unusual thoughts or beliefs
- Video game/internet
Insurances Accepted
Languages
- English
- Japanese
- Mandarin
Education
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Seattle University
FAQs
Please call us at 425-984-5359 to schedule an appointment with Aiki Shi.
Aiki Shi generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 425-984-5359 to find out Aiki Shi's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Aiki Shi:
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 425-984-5359 to see how we can help.
Aiki Shi is a Therapy Clinician and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Aiki Shi works at:
Aiki Shi only offers in-office visits at this time. To find a provider in your area that offers online telehealth visits, please call us at 425-984-5359 or search our provider directory.
Yes, Aiki Shi is currently offering in-office visits at the following location:
- English
- Japanese
- Mandarin