My Background
I grew up with a multicultural and international upbringing. I lived, studied, and worked in Shanghai, Nashville, New York, Los Angeles, and Philadelphia. I have had personal and professional experiences of facing challenges of adapting in various cultures and environments. I am bilingual in English and Chinese.
I have an academic background in Child Development, Bilingual & Bicultural Education, Mental Health Counseling, and I transitioned from working as a teacher to a therapist. Currently, I have worked as a therapist for five years, I am passionate in guiding and helping clients achieve what they want for themselves.
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I have a special interest in working with young adults. I strive to create and provide a space that is compassionate, supportive and collaborative. I value working with clients from a diverse background and cultural identities. I advocate for young adults, especially those who are marginalized.
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My Approach
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My approach is person centered. I help facilitate self exploration and discovery in clients, increase self awareness, and guide clients towards healing and growth. I specialize in helping young adults breaking free from belief systems and unhealthy behavior patterns that do not align with their values. I strive to help promote positive behavioral changes that will enhance clients' relationships with others as well as with themselves.
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I tailor my approach to each individual's needs, and some of the common approaches I use include:​
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Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
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Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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Mindfulness
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Internal Family System (IFS)
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Narrative Therapy
Credentials
Current Work Experiences
Assistant Director at University of the Arts Counseling Center
Seminar Leader for graduate students at University of Pennsylvania
Education
Professional Counseling, M.Phil.Ed. University of Pennsylvania, 2019
Bilingual Bicultural Education, M.A. Teachers College, Columbia University, 2014
Child Development, B.S. Vanderbilt University, 2012
Licensure
Pennsylvania Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
New Jersey Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Florida Registered Telehealth Provider
National Certified Counselor (NCC)