Individual Counseling & Trauma Care with Dr. Eka

Trauma-informed psychotherapy with compassion, presence, and care.

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“There is a voice that doesn't use words. Listen.”

— Rumi

Trauma Care

Counseling

Hi, How are you?

I am a licensed psychiatrist and psychotherapist specializing in trauma care who has been studying and working in Japan since 2021. Over the past 5 years, I have accompanied more than 250 adults in understanding themselves and their lives more deeply, recovering from trauma, and navigating various psychological challenges through evidence-based psychotherapy. To date, I am providing individual and group psychotherapy in English or Indonesian, both online and in person at VISION Counseling Office in Niigata City, Japan.

I have received professional training and certification in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) through the Japan EMDR Association, Internal Family Systems (IFS) through the IFS Institute, and have also undertaken advanced training in Mindfulness-based Psychotherapy, Islamic Psychology, Jungian-oriented Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Process-Oriented Psychology.

EKACHAERYANTI ZAIN, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist 🌷

Formal Education

  • Medical Doctor

    Hasanuddin University, Indonesia (2006 - 2011)

  • Psychiatrist

    Hasanuddin University, Indonesia (2016 - 2020)

  • Research Intern in Psychiatry

    Shimane University, Japan (2018)

  • Doctoral in Psychiatry

    Niigata University, Japan (2021 - 2024)

My Approach to Psychotherapy

Every healing journey is unique. Some people find relief in just a few sessions, while others choose a longer journey depending on their needs and readiness. Rather than applying the same method to everyone, I tailor each psychotherapy process to the individual. I am also open to a multicultural approach. While I have particular familiarity with the socio-cultural contexts of Indonesia, Japan, and Asia more broadly, I have also worked with clients from Western, African, and Arab cultural backgrounds.

I believe healing is not about becoming stronger or forgetting the pain. It begins when we feel safe enough to understand ourselves with curiosity, self-compassion, and acceptance. My job is not to "fix" you, but to provide a safe, compassionate space where your own capacity to heal can emerge.

Having experienced psychotherapy myself (including more than 70 sessions) for learning and healing over 4 years, I understand both professionally and personally how meaningful this journey can be to create peaceful change in someone’s life.

I do not promise instant healing. Lasting change takes time, courage, and consistency. But when we stay with the process, the benefits extend far beyond symptom relief, they transform how we relate to ourselves, the people we love, and the lives we live.

Psychotherapy is not a luxury. It is one of the most meaningful investments you can make in the person who will live the rest of your life: yourself. 🌷

  • "After therapy, I realized that it’s 100% true that the anxiety and panic attacks I experienced were rooted in unresolved trauma. Whenever something triggers me, my mind brings my body back to the past. No matter how much I changed or avoided my external environment, or how new my surroundings were, I found myself repeating the same painful patterns.

    I’m grateful to have people who have supported me throughout my mental health journey. Although healing hasn’t been easy, I’ve become more self-aware than ever before. I now recognize when different parts of myself are taking over without me realizing it, and instead of simply reacting, I find myself asking, “Why did I respond that way? What did I need in that moment?”

    I’m also grateful to have found professional support with Dr. Eka through online therapy. From the very beginning, I felt comfortable with her. She is a warm, gentle, and deeply mindful psychiatrist."

    — Indonesian woman, age 23 (after 4 trauma therapy sessions)

  • “This therapy has been one of the greatest gifts I have ever given myself, as a person, a mother, a daughter, a relative, a friend, and perhaps one day, a partner again.

    I realized that we truly need the courage to look deeply within ourselves to heal old wounds and release the burdens that keep us from moving forward. The memories themselves have not changed, but my understanding of them has. Painful memories have become meaningful memories filled with wisdom.

    Today, I live each day with more gratitude, peace, and a more positive outlook, instead of being controlled by fear and anxiety rooted in my past. This has been one of the greatest gifts I have ever given myself.”

    — Indonesian woman, age 39 (after 9 EMDR trauma therapy sessions)

  • "I recently had a psychotherapy session with Dr. Ekachaeryanti Zain at VISION Counseling Office, and it was one of the most meaningful healing experiences I’ve ever had. Dr. Eka guided me with warmth, clarity, and genuine compassion, helping me connect with different parts of myself in a way I had never experienced before.

    The space felt safe, calm, and professional. Throughout the session, I felt truly heard and understood. What I learned didn’t stay in the therapy room. It stayed with me, and I found myself continuing to practice and reflect on it in the days that followed.

    I’m deeply grateful to have been accompanied by someone who listens without judgment, respects my pace, and gently walks alongside me throughout the healing process. Thank you, Dr. Eka and the VISION Counseling Office team, for helping me begin the journey back to myself."

    — Client of Dr. Eka at VISION Counseling Office

  • "I highly recommend Dr. Eka! From the moment I arrived, the administrative staff made me feel warmly welcomed, and I have always felt comfortable during my sessions with Dr. Eka.

    What I appreciate most is that her trauma-informed approach truly aligns with my values. During some of the most difficult periods of my life, including severe anxiety attacks and psychosomatic symptoms, Dr. Eka has been an incredible source of support. Every session leaves me feeling lighter, more grounded, and with a deeper understanding of myself.

    Another thing I truly value is that, although VISION Counseling Office is based in Japan, I can receive therapy online in either English or Indonesian with Dr. Eka. I’m so grateful to have found this kind of support, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for compassionate and professional mental health care."

    — Client of Dr. Eka at VISION Counseling Office

Let’s Work Together

You may benefit from several sessions with me if you have experienced or are experiencing:

  • Trauma during childhood, adulthood, or in the workplace, including physical, emotional, or sexual abuse; neglect or emotional neglect; bullying; harassment or discrimination; toxic or betraying relationships; the loss of a loved one, divorce, or relationship breakups; accidents or natural disasters; unhealthy or intimidating work environments; and other life experiences that continue to leave emotional wounds.

  • Anxiety, excessive worry, panic, or chronic stress

  • Depression, emptiness, or loss of motivation

  • Emotional overwhelm or difficulty regulating emotions

  • Burnout or work-related stress

  • Relationship or family difficulties

  • Low self-esteem or feelings of unworthiness

  • Grief, loss, or major life transitions

  • Culture shock and difficulties adapting to life, work, and society in Japan

  • Repetitive unhealthy patterns that feel difficult to change

  • Feeling disconnected from yourself or searching for deeper meaning and purpose

My approach is trauma-informed, calming, compassionate, non-judgemental, and tailored to each individual. Together, we create a safe space to understand your experiences, process emotional wounds, and cultivate lasting psychological well-being.

Psychotherapy Modalities

  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)

  • Mindfulness-Based Psychotherapy

  • Islamic Psychology

  • Jungian-Oriented Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

  • Process-Oriented Psychology (Process Work)

A Gentle Reminder 🌷

Healing is not about becoming someone different.
It is about reconnecting with the person you have always been beneath the pain, fear, and survival.

You don't have to have everything figured out before you begin.
You only need to take the first step.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime.

For more questions, please contact our Client Care Specialist, Nurul Inayah (she/her), via WhatsApp at +62 823-3686-0827 or by email at ezgrowth.mindfulness@gmail.com.

We'd be happy to answer your questions both in English and Indonesian. 🌷

  • Counseling is available for individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, chronic stress, depression, burnout, relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions, low self-esteem, emotional overwhelm, or a desire for personal growth. Whether you are facing a specific challenge or simply wish to understand yourself more deeply, you are welcome.

  • Sessions are currently offered in English and Indonesian.

  • Yes. Counseling is available both online via Zoom and in person at the VISION Counseling Office in Niigata, Japan.

  • Yes. Online counseling is available for clients living anywhere in the world. Sessions are conducted via Zoom in English or Indonesian.

  • Simply click the “Book Now” button on this website, choose either the Indonesian or English booking form, and complete your reservation.

    Once your appointment is confirmed, you will receive an email or WhatsApp message with your payment invoice and, for online sessions, the Zoom link.

    If this is your first session, you will also be asked to complete a brief intake form before we meet.

  • Each Individual Counseling session is JPY 12,000 for a 50-minute session. The fee is the same for both online and in-person appointments.

  • Online sessions
    Payment is required in advance to confirm your appointment. Once your booking has been confirmed, you will receive a payment invoice. Online payments are accepted by credit card only, so please have a valid credit card ready.

    In-person sessions
    Payment can be made on the day of your appointment. We accept cash, credit cards, and QR code payments.

  • Absolutely. Your privacy and confidentiality are treated with the utmost care. Before your first session, you will be asked to review and sign an informed consent form that explains confidentiality, its limits, and your rights as a client.

  • If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, please let us know as early as possible.

    • Cancellations made at least 2 days before the appointment: No cancellation fee.

    • Cancellations made 1 day before the appointment: 50% of the session fee will be charged.

    • Cancellations made on the day of the appointment or missed appointments: No refund will be provided.

  • The number of sessions varies depending on your concerns, goals, and personal circumstances. Everyone's healing journey is unique, so there is no fixed number of sessions.

    As a general guide, some people working through a specific or more recent concern may notice meaningful improvement within 3–5 sessions. Others, particularly those exploring longstanding emotional patterns or more complex trauma, may benefit from 10 or more sessions. In some situations, ongoing support over 20 sessions or longer can be helpful.

    During our first few sessions, we will explore your needs together and regularly review your progress, so the pace and duration of therapy can be tailored to what best supports your healing and growth.

  • That is a very understandable question. Psychotherapy is an investment in your mental health, relationships, and overall quality of life. While it does require time and financial commitment, many people find that developing healthier ways to understand themselves, regulate emotions, heal from difficult experiences, and navigate relationships has lasting benefits that extend well beyond the therapy room.

    Whether it is worthwhile ultimately depends on your personal goals and readiness. If you decide to begin therapy, we will work together to make each session meaningful, practical, and tailored to your needs. My hope is that you leave each session with greater clarity, self-understanding, and skills that continue to support your well-being long after our work together.

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“The wound is the place where the Light enters you.”

— Rumi