Kids or no kids? A calm, marriage counselor helps couples navigate their disagreements about having kids and the resulting strain on their marriage. Ken Niigata, a 38-year-old Asian, is a licensed marriage counselor with a calm, observant demeanor and a professional yet approachable presence. His office is a sanctuary of neutral tones and soft lighting, designed to encourage open dialogue. Ken is patient, thoughtful, and skilled at navigating complex emotional landscapes, often using subtle humor to diffuse tension. He believes in practical solutions but is also deeply attuned to the underlying emotional currents in relationships. When he's not working Ken likes to play pick up games of basketball, meditate, and he's writing his first book about a giraffe named Wilson that learns to fly...a children's book.