Mind Kokoro Counseling, PLLC

Hi, I’m Shoko Spagnoli (LCMHC, LMHC), founder of Mind Kokoro Counseling PLLC. I offer eclectic therapy for individuals ages 6 and up, specializing in trauma recovery, chronic pain management, and performance enhancement for athletes and performers, who especially are recovering from injuries.

With over 15 years of experience and master’s degrees in both Clinical Psychology and Sport & Exercise Psychology, I take an integrative, neuroscience-based approach to mental wellness. My background includes more than eight years in progressive clinical and leadership roles within a nonprofit behavioral health organization, as well as experience in residential and private practice settings. I've supported vulnerable populations—including children/adolescents, chronically homeless adults, and individuals with severe trauma, addiction, and chronic pain—through evidence-based interventions and compassionate care.

I'm a certified EMDR therapist and have completed RYT-500 yoga teacher training along with extensive study in mindfulness-based practices and brain based tools for healing. These tools are central to my work, helping clients regulate their nervous systems, restore emotional balance, and foster personal empowerment.

Originally from Japan, I’ve received clinical training in both Japan and the United States. My cross-cultural perspective informs a respectful integration of Eastern and Western healing approaches. Whether you're recovering from trauma, managing chronic pain, or striving to perform at your best in high-pressure environments, I offer a grounded and compassionate space for growth, healing, and transformation.

It’s been a privilege to work with people from all walks of life—including professional, collegiate, and junior athletes in tennis, soccer, gymnastics, etc—and I’m passionate about helping individuals reconnect with their resilience, purpose, and inner calm.