Our Staff
Board-Certified Psychiatrist
Takashi Matsuki M.D.
Psychiatrist, Psychotherapist
Professional Experience
- Private Practice, located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, New York, NY, and Fort Lee, NJ.
- Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY
- Attending Psychiatrist, Mount Sinai St. Morningside and West Hospitals, Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program
Prior Experience
- Medical Director, Attending Psychiatrist, Mount Sinai Beth Israel Hospital, Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program
Supervised a multi-disciplinary team of mental health professionals. Monitored and improved patient care and outcomes. Ensured quality control and compliance with state and federal regulations. Supervised and taught psychiatry residents and medical students. - Medical Director, Shonan Nagisa Medical Clinic, Fujisawa, Japan
Served as a primary care physician for the largest medical home care organization in Japan. Provided medical services for bed-ridden/home-bound patients. Actively involved in palliative care of terminally-ill patients. Supervised more than 90 employees.
Coordinated medical care of more than 1800 patients under our care.
Yuto Tobin-Miyaji M.D.
Psychiatrist
Tomoya Hirota M.D. Ph.D.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Sayomi Mishima
PMHNP-BC, MSN
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Megumi Omonishi Ph.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Takako Suzuki Ph.D.
Psychologist
Kimi Aoki LCSW
Psychotherapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Tae Asahina CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Naoko Matsuda Sbaschnig, M.A., OTR/L
Occupational Therapist, Registered, and Licensed
Yukina Nishio LMHC, LPC
Mental Health Counselor
Megumi Omonishi Ph.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
*Practice is available to residents of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania.
- Kansai University in Osaka, Japan
- Southern Arkansas University
- Central Arkansas University – Master in Psychology
- Georgia State University – Doctor of Psychology
- Tennessee University Health Science Center – Internship
Megumi Omonishi Ph.D. practices in the following states as well.
Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, Wyoming
Takako Suzuki Ph.D.
Psychologist
(For university students, 18 and older to the elderly: individual, couple, family therapy. Bilingual: Japanese/English)
*Practice is available to residents of New York, and Pennsylvania.
Born in Tokyo/Chiba, Japan. Graduated from Chuo University with a degree in psychology and studied at Temple University (Philadelphia, USA) to obtain a master's and a doctorate degree in psychology. Holds licenses from New York and Pennsylvania and has been practicing for more than 30 years.
Dr. Suzuki specializes in the treatment of anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive, trauma, depressive mood disorders, insomnia, intercultural adjustments, interpersonal relationships including international marriage, and age-related issues. She also emphasizes the psychological effects of physical illness and the interaction of psychological problems on the body since the mind and body are connected.
Therapeutic approach: based on cognitive-behavioral therapy. The approach of cognitive-behavioral therapy is that “What we think affects our bodies, emotions, and behaviors”, “The way we think, feel, and act is learned from the living environments and can be unlearned and relearned or changed", and “Focus on identifying and solving problems. " Utilize other psychotherapy approaches to help solve problems as needed.
Dr. Suzuki is a member of JAMSNET, the Medical and Mental Health Network. It provides support to Japanese residents in the US, and to Tohoku, Japan after the great earthquake.
Kimi Aoki LCSW
Psychotherapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
*Practice is available to residents of New York, and New Jersey.
Biography coming soon.
Kimi Aoki LCSW practices in the following states as well.
Tae Asahina SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
*Practice is available to residents of New York, and New Jersey.
- University of Wisconsin Eau Claire - Master in Communication Science and Disorders
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bilingual Extension Program
- Certificate of Clinical Competence, Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP)
- PROMPT Level 1 Trained
New York, New Jersey, and California-licensed speech language pathologist with extensive work from preschools to middle schools. ASHA certified.
Hiroe Imai Hu DO
Psychiatrist
*Practice is available to residents of Pennsylvania.
- Dr. Hu is a licensed psychiatrist in the greater Washington DC area and state of California. She graduated residency from Medstar-Georgetown University Hospital and is a current Clinical Research Fellow at National Institute of Mental Health under the Experimental Therapeutics and Pathophysiology Branch. Her current research is focused on treatment-resistant depression and novel agents for the treatment of mood disorders.
- Dr. Hu is originally from Ashiya, Hyogo.
- She attended Brown University for undergraduate and Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine for medical school.
- Prior to starting residency, Dr. Hu has done a number of research projects and published journal articles in Integrative Medicine, Contemplative Psychology and Cultural Psychiatry (focusing on Japanese cultural perspectives).
- During residency, Dr. Hu has also been involved with cutting-edge research in psychopharmacology and mood disorders at the National Institute of Mental Health.
- The breadth of scholarly accomplishments, combined with her own multicultural background, has informed her clinical philosophy today to understand and treat the patient through encompassing the biological, somatic, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual aspects of the person.
Dr. Hiroe Imai Hu D.O. practices in the following states as well.
Yukina Nishio LMHC, LPC
Mental Health Counselor
*Practice is available to residents of New York, and New Jersey
- Boston College, Mental Health Counseling MA
- Home for Little Wanderers: Worked with adolescents in a program providing psychological support, educational support, and family services.
- Bleuler Psychotherapy Center: Provided mental health support to individuals ranging from age 10 to older adults, working with concerns such as anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), bipolar disorder, and grief and loss.
In therapy, Yukina aims to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can openly explore their thoughts and emotions. Her approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Intervention, helping clients better understand patterns in their thoughts and behaviors while developing practical strategies that can be applied in daily life.
Yukina Nishio LMHC, LPC practices in the following states as well.
Yuto Tobin-Miyaji M.D.
Psychiatrist
*Practice is available to residents of New York.
Yuto Tobin-Miyaji MD was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan and moved to New York during middle school—a life experience that shaped his deep appreciation for cultural diversity and the complexities of identity and belonging. These early transitions continue to inform his compassionate, culturally sensitive approach to mental health care.
He earned his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from Binghamton University, State University of New York, and received his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, New York. He is currently the outpatient chief resident of psychiatry at George Washington University.
Yuto’s academic and clinical journey spans neuroscience research, medical innovation, and community service. He has conducted research on Alzheimer’s disease, utilized 3D modeling to deepen understanding of human anatomy, and translated Japanese psychiatric literature into English to help bridge global perspectives in mental health.
While in medical school, he witnessed the devastating impact of the opioid epidemic in the Bronx, which inspired his strong commitment to addiction medicine and psychiatric care for underserved populations—especially immigrants, refugees, and individuals navigating multiple cultural worlds.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Yuto volunteered his time delivering groceries, assembling care packages, and tutoring children of frontline healthcare workers, further reinforcing his dedication to community support and resilience.
Outside of work, Yuto is a passionate soccer player and avid language learner—interests that help him connect more deeply with people from all walks of life. He believes in meeting clients where they are, listening without judgment, and working collaboratively toward healing and growth.
Yuto Tobin-Miyaji M.D. practices in the following states as well.
Tomoya Hirota M.D. Ph.D.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
*Practice is available to residents of New York, and New Jersey.
Academic Appointments
- Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of California San Francisco (until September 2025)
- Professor of Child Development and Mental Health (specially appointed), Okayama University (starting October 2025)
Professional Training
- General Psychiatry, Vanderbilt University
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of California San Francisco
- Psychiatry, Okayama Psychiatric Medical Center
Areas of Expertise
- Autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental disorders
- Mental health across the lifespan, from early childhood to adulthood
Tomoya Hirota M.D. Ph.D. practices in the following states as well.
Sayomi Mishima
PMHNP-BC, MSN
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
*Practice is available to residents of New York.
Originally from Osaka, Japan, Sayomi has devoted more than 20 years to nursing, gaining extensive experience across diverse settings including the Emergency Department, Level 1 Trauma Center, Surgical Department, Intensive Care Unit, and Rehabilitation Hospital. These years of practice shaped her deep recognition of how profoundly mental health influences overall well-being.
In 2018, she shifted her focus to psychiatry, working in both adult and pediatric psychiatric emergency departments and inpatient units. After earning her ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center) Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Sayomi has been committed to delivering care that is compassionate, culturally sensitive, and holistic. Her patient-centered approach reflects her dedication to supporting individuals through their unique challenges and fostering safe, supportive environments where healing and understanding can take place.
Core Qualifications
- ANCC Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- AExtensive adult and pediatric psychiatric experience
- AStrong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
- AEmergency, trauma, ICU, and crisis care expertise
- ASafety Care Certified
Education
- Maryville University, St. Louis – Master of Science in Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program
- The Pennsylvania State University – Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Osaka Prefecture Health Science College of Nursing, Japan – Associate of Science in Nursing
Sayomi Mishima PMHNP-BC, MSN practices in the following states as well.
Naoko Matsuda Sbaschnig, M.A., OTR/L
Occupational Therapist, Registered, and Licensed
*Practice is available to residents of New York.
Occupational Therapy (OT) is a profession that uses meaningful activities and occupations to support clients in achieving greater participation and well-being in their daily lives.
With over 20 years of experience as a school-based occupational therapist in the United States, I have been dedicated to supporting students’ learning, participation, and emotional growth within educational settings. Skilled in delivering OT through an educational model, I collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary professionals to design interventions that can be applied not only at home but also in classrooms and across the entire school community.