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Dr. Keiko Sano is a Professor in the PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision program at Antioch University Seattle. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and EMDRIA-certified therapist, she specializes in multicultural counseling, cultural responsiveness, and supervision theories applied in international contexts. Born in Japan, she has worked in Australia, Hong Kong, and the U.S., focusing on expatriate and immigrant mental health.
- PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision - Antioch University Seattle
- MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Antioch University Seattle
Dr. Sano's research explores the universality of counseling theories, resilience myths in global contexts, and multicultural/social justice sensitivity in counseling. Her teaching philosophy integrates andragogy, constructivist, and multicultural approaches, emphasizing collaborative learning. Recent publications and presentations highlight cross-cultural supervision, collectivist counseling, and global counselor education.
Professional affiliations include the American Counseling Association, Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, Western Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, and EMDR International Association. Awards include the Gilbert and Kathleen Wrenn Award, ACA Research Grant, and Emerging Leader Fellowship from WACES.
- 2025 - Cultural responsiveness in clinical practice
- 2024 - International counselor educator and student
- 2023 - Resilience as a collective experience
- 2019 - Foreign-born doctoral-level counselor supervisors
- 2017 - Loss & grief in multi-generational Asian communities
Dr. Sano's work consistently addresses cultural adaptation, counselor training, and global health equity through both empirical research and practical applications in counseling settings.
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