About me
Navigating Between Cultures
I was born in Southern China and moved to the U.S. as a teenager. Like many of my clients, I had to navigate the space between my familyās culture and mainstream American culture.
I understand the complexity of figuring out what identity and authenticity looks like when you live between worlds. Thatās why Iām particularly passionate about supporting Asian and Asian American clients who are exploring these same questions.
My Path to Therapy
Before becoming a therapist, I was a product marketing manager at Google. I know what itās like to have the ārightā job and still feel somethingās missing. Therapy helped me find my way back to myself, and now I help others do the same.
Everyoneās path looks differentāsometimes that means change, and sometimes it means making peace with where you are. Either way, I'll support you in finding more ease, confidence, and joy.
Working Together
If you're someone who needs to understand the "why" behind things, you're in the right place. I share the reasoning behind what we do so that you have a sense of direction.
I respect your autonomy. I'll share perspectives and invite you to consider different angles, and you decide what resonates.
I provide therapy in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
Wondering if we might be a good fit? Letās talk. Schedule a free consultation and weāll explore whether working together makes sense.
Qualifications
Licensure
New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Education
Masters in Mental Health Counseling ā Teachers College, Columbia University
Bachelor of Arts in Modern Culture & Media; Economics ā Brown University
Therapeutic Approach
I integrate techniques from the following modalities, while incorporating somatic and neuroscience-based interventions to facilitate lasting change:
Psychodynamic Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
For couples work, Iām trained in Emotion Focused Couples Therapy.
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