Sam Louie is a psychotherapist, motivational speaker, author, and spoken word poet. He addresses life issues of the heart and mind which touch on topics ranging from cultural issues, professional burnout, addictions, and emotional wellness.
As an Emmy Award-Winning former broadcast journalist who's interviewed everyone from CEOs to celebrities, Sam has a knack for speaking with poise and professionalism while creating an engaging and safe atmosphere where participants can learn, grow, and feel understood.
Motivational Speaking Specialties:
Clients Served:
Gonzaga University (Spokane, WA)
Youth with a Mission (Lausanne, Switzerland)
University of Vermont (Burlington, VT)
Towson University (Towson, MD)
Northwest University (Kirkland, WA)
Bellevue College (Bellevue, WA)
Seattle School of Psychology & Theology (Seattle, WA)
University of Washington (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute)
Edmonds Community College (Edmonds, WA)
Phantom Lake Elementary School (Bellevue, WA)
Franklin High School (Seattle, WA)
Cascadia Training (Shoreline, WA)
King County Library System (Bellevue, WA)
Whatcom County Library System (Bellingham, WA)
Washington Marriage and Family Therapy Association
Seattle Counselors Association
Experience:
Individual, couples, and family therapist in private practice
Primary therapist at Eating Recovery Center of Washington
Asian Counseling and Referral Service Outreach counselor for the Seattle Public School district
Workshop Presenter at Youth with a Mission (YWAM), Lausanne, Switzerland, 2017-2018
Keynote Speaker at University of Vermont, 2017
Guest Presenter at Towson University, 2017
Adjunct Faculty, MA program, School of Counseling Psychology, Multicultural Issues in Psychology, Northwest University, Kirkland, WA (Winter 2014)
Adjunct FacultyPima Medical Institute, Sociology of Human Beings, Seattle, WA (Winter 2015)
Emmy Award-Winning broadcast news journalist
Testimonials:
"My colleagues and I enjoyed his dynamic style during his keynote especially while he was performing his poetry."
"Sam brings incredible energy to the table and combined with his unique blend of story-telling, humor, and Spoken Word poetry, I was able to grasp not only Asian-American experiences but those other ethnic minorities."
"I really liked his 'My Story, Your Story, Our Stories Workshop' because it was interactive and thought-provoking."
"As a Caucasian, I am sometimes wary about diversity speakers/training, yet Sam's ability to laugh at himself and share about his own ethnic bias was refreshing. Not only was I more comfortable with myself but I could tell Sam does not judge others for where they're at."
"Shame is such a pernicious aspect of Asian culture, I'm thrilled Sam had the opportunity to speak on campus about this relevant topic."