Welcome Nobuko Shigeyama, Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee
CFI welcomes Nobuko Shigeyama to our clinical team. A former credentialed elementary educator and literacy specialist, Buko brings warmth, compassion, and an international perspective to the therapeutic space.
By California Family Institute
A New Voice on Our Clinical Team
We're excited to welcome Nobuko Shigeyama — Buko — to the California Family Institute as a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee, supervised by Chris Hoff, PhD, LMFT #53081. Buko brings warmth, compassion, and a grounded presence to her work, and we're glad to have her on the team.
Buko is a graduate student at Palo Alto University, where she is pursuing her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She holds B.A. degrees in Integrated Educational Studies and Japanese Language and Culture, as well as an M.A. in Elementary Education from Chapman University. Before transitioning into psychotherapy, she spent years as a credentialed elementary educator and literacy specialist.
Her Approach
Buko's clinical work is informed by her background in education, caregiving, and mind-body wellness. Having lived in both Japan and South Korea, she also brings an international perspective to her practice, appreciating how culture, community, and intersecting identities shape our lived experiences.
Buko strives to cultivate a welcoming, supportive environment where clients can explore meaningful possibilities for growth and healing.
She meets clients wherever they are on their journey, honoring each person's unique story and valuing the diverse perspectives and relationships that shape their lives.
Get to Know Buko
In her free time, Buko enjoys spending time in nature, meditating, practicing Qigong, reading, and connecting with her loved ones and her senior Yorkie. She speaks English and Japanese.
To learn more or schedule a session with Buko, visit her therapist profile.