If you are struggling ​to engage with your ​child, I can help you ​understand how your ​child sees the world ​and respond to their ​emotional needs ​effectively.

I specialize in therapy for ​infants and toddlers and ​provide the support their ​parents need.

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Fremont, California

Strengthen your ​relationship with ​your child

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If you've ever thought to yourself…

"What is my child trying to tell me?"

"What is making my child so angry?"

"I wasn’t like this when I was a child.”

"Am I a bad parent?”

I can help.

I help children between the ages ​of 0-5 years old engage and ​communicate their needs ​through play.

play is your child's way of

talking / letting out stress / ​TELLING ME WHAT'S GOING ON.

I look for what they’re good at ​doing and expand what they’re ​capable of.

I prioritize relationship-building and ​understanding your child's ​perspective.

I care about how your child understands ​the world and I want them to be ​understood by adults.

I am...

culturally respective, curious, and sensitive.

Professional profile

As a mental health consultant for 6 years, I worked with children between the ages of 0-5 years old, their parents and childcare teachers conducting play groups, workshops, and consultation.


I've been a social worker since 2011 and have been providing therapy for children and adults since 2017.

Specialized training

U.C. Davis CPE 2023-2024

Napa Infant-Parent Mental Health Fellow


Positive Parenting Program


Teaching Pyramid


Master of Social Work, Hawai'i Pacific University

How we can start working together

two things to consider ​before working with me

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In-person therapy is available on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

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I do not accept insurance.

I am an out-of-network provider.

If you’re unsure if therapy is ​right for your child, let's talk.

After you fill out the contact form, I'll book your ​spot in my calendar for a free 15 min consultation ​call and contact you regarding next steps.

It’s hard being a parent.

But, you’re not alone.

I want you to feel supported and confident as a parent.


I want you to share mutual delight with your child.


I want you to enjoy your child’s strengths and enjoy being a parent again.

ayA sato

hello@ayasatotherapy.com

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Aya Sato, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker #87588

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