Lou Valentino Yap, MA, RPsy Lou or “Luke” is a licensed psychologist who completed his Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from UP Diliman, where he also works as a psychosocial support specialist. He completed certificate training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) from Behavioral Tech, USA and is a certified provider of the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), a polyvagal-informed therapeutic intervention. Luke helps clients from across the lifespan, often working with individuals, parents, and families, using developmental and trauma-informed approaches. Apart from clinic work, Luke also serves as a volunteer for Circle of Hope Community Services, Inc. and Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) where he tries to promote equity access to mental health services.