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Jennifer Hsia
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
如果你心里覺得苦惱,或長期為疼痛所困,或总是為健康問題擾心,或者你希望開展康莊的生活,却不知道如何著手,或者覺得没法激勵自己去改變,我都可以幫助你。 不論你是年輕人,或是長者,我會和你一起,專注、確認符合你價值觀的方向。
如果你心里覺得苦惱,或長期為疼痛所困,或总是為健康問題擾心,或者你希望開展康莊的生活,却不知道如何著手,或者覺得没法激勵自己去改變,我都可以幫助你。 不論你是年輕人,或是長者,我會和你一起,專注、確認符合你價值觀的方向。
(626) 298-7899 View (626) 298-7899
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Shuchang Kang
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92620  (Online Only)
康舒畅 (Shuchang Kang, Ph.D.), 美国临床咨询心理学博士 (加利福利亚执照)。康博士专注于治疗焦虑,强迫症,心理创伤,进食障碍,和帮助个人更好地应对生活中的各种压力源以及探索修复各种亲密关系 (友情,亲情,恋情)。康博士目前在UCLA心理咨询中心工作,在此之前曾在多所医院,大学,以及社区从事关于心理精神健康的相关工作
康舒畅 (Shuchang Kang, Ph.D.), 美国临床咨询心理学博士 (加利福利亚执照)。康博士专注于治疗焦虑,强迫症,心理创伤,进食障碍,和帮助个人更好地应对生活中的各种压力源以及探索修复各种亲密关系 (友情,亲情,恋情)。康博士目前在UCLA心理咨询中心工作,在此之前曾在多所医院,大学,以及社区从事关于心理精神健康的相关工作
(949) 216-7076 View (949) 216-7076
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Sharon Hou
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92612  (Online Only)
你或許正經歷許多複雜的情緒, 例如焦慮, 恐懼, 和孤單。 透過視訊或通話,我很願意提供你情緒上的支持和治療。 我是心理治療師侯香璿,我期待有機會和你對話。人生是一趟未知的旅程,我們都會有找不到方向的時候。 你不明白為什麼很多事情變得艱難; 過去的挫折傷害緊追不捨,而未來的期待夢想也無力實現。 你掙扎於憂鬱,焦慮,憤怒,自責,甚至恐懼的情緒當中,好像一切都失去了控制…..你希望經歷突破,獲得醫治,渴求能夠重拾自信,生活回復秩序和寧靜,擁有喜樂和盼望。 我願意引導並陪伴你走上醫治之旅,幫助你在黑暗裡看見光亮,破碎中重燃希望。 我能夠流利地使用英語和華語,因為深感華人社群極需有對東西方文化都了解的心理治療師,我的雙文化背景使得我能針對華人在美國社會所面對的挑戰,以及有文化衝突的移民家庭提供有效的幫助。 You can also read my information in English by click "English" on top of this page.
你或許正經歷許多複雜的情緒, 例如焦慮, 恐懼, 和孤單。 透過視訊或通話,我很願意提供你情緒上的支持和治療。 我是心理治療師侯香璿,我期待有機會和你對話。人生是一趟未知的旅程,我們都會有找不到方向的時候。 你不明白為什麼很多事情變得艱難; 過去的挫折傷害緊追不捨,而未來的期待夢想也無力實現。 你掙扎於憂鬱,焦慮,憤怒,自責,甚至恐懼的情緒當中,好像一切都失去了控制…..你希望經歷突破,獲得醫治,渴求能夠重拾自信,生活回復秩序和寧靜,擁有喜樂和盼望。 我願意引導並陪伴你走上醫治之旅,幫助你在黑暗裡看見光亮,破碎中重燃希望。 我能夠流利地使用英語和華語,因為深感華人社群極需有對東西方文化都了解的心理治療師,我的雙文化背景使得我能針對華人在美國社會所面對的挑戰,以及有文化衝突的移民家庭提供有效的幫助。 You can also read my information in English by click "English" on top of this page.
(949) 681-9628 View (949) 681-9628
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Elizabeth Wing-Man Choi
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025  (Online Only)
您好!歡迎您來到我的心理治療室。我是蔡頴敏博士,是美國加州(PSY33916)和香港心理學會註冊臨床心理學家。 我很高興能夠用廣東話/國語/英文為您提供服務。我的心理服務包括治療抑鬱症,各種焦慮症,創傷後壓力障礙,痛症管理,失眠,因壓力引起的身心症狀,照顧者長期壓力,文化差異適應,以及提供針對腦創傷和輕度退化的認知能力訓練。我使用的治療都是建基於有科學鑑證的心理學理論,當中包括認知行為治療,辯正式行為治療(靜觀,情緒管理,人際關係), CogSMART, 和美國復康醫學協會刊登的認知能力復康大全等。在治療過程中,我會嘗試了解您的文化背景,例如:以往人生經驗,國外遭遇,言語文化宗教和家庭關係等,有助我更有效地提供合適的療程和個人成長指導。 我提供針對阿尔茨海默痴呆症, 認知障礙症、腦損傷和其他神經系統疾病的神經心理學評估。我還為中英雙語的孩子提供智力評估。神經心理學評估幫助評估思考、行為、以及解決問題的能力。評估報告可以協助醫療人員為患者做出更明確的診斷以及設計一個更針對性的治療計劃。
您好!歡迎您來到我的心理治療室。我是蔡頴敏博士,是美國加州(PSY33916)和香港心理學會註冊臨床心理學家。 我很高興能夠用廣東話/國語/英文為您提供服務。我的心理服務包括治療抑鬱症,各種焦慮症,創傷後壓力障礙,痛症管理,失眠,因壓力引起的身心症狀,照顧者長期壓力,文化差異適應,以及提供針對腦創傷和輕度退化的認知能力訓練。我使用的治療都是建基於有科學鑑證的心理學理論,當中包括認知行為治療,辯正式行為治療(靜觀,情緒管理,人際關係), CogSMART, 和美國復康醫學協會刊登的認知能力復康大全等。在治療過程中,我會嘗試了解您的文化背景,例如:以往人生經驗,國外遭遇,言語文化宗教和家庭關係等,有助我更有效地提供合適的療程和個人成長指導。 我提供針對阿尔茨海默痴呆症, 認知障礙症、腦損傷和其他神經系統疾病的神經心理學評估。我還為中英雙語的孩子提供智力評估。神經心理學評估幫助評估思考、行為、以及解決問題的能力。評估報告可以協助醫療人員為患者做出更明確的診斷以及設計一個更針對性的治療計劃。
(415) 943-1077 View (415) 943-1077
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Mei Fang Lan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95192  (Online Only)
人生路上,難免遇到困境:或許是自我的迷失,情緒的困惱,或人際關係的衝突。多半,我們可依賴自己,家人,和朋友,走出這些難關。但有時,我們需要專業的協助,來度過這些挑戰。在無數的心理專業人員裏,您找到我。我珍視這麼一個奇妙的機緣,能助您了解清理阻礙您前行的挑戰。
人生路上,難免遇到困境:或許是自我的迷失,情緒的困惱,或人際關係的衝突。多半,我們可依賴自己,家人,和朋友,走出這些難關。但有時,我們需要專業的協助,來度過這些挑戰。在無數的心理專業人員裏,您找到我。我珍視這麼一個奇妙的機緣,能助您了解清理阻礙您前行的挑戰。
(786) 983-6553 View (786) 983-6553
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Emily P. Chen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Fullerton, CA 92832  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to my profile! I am a clinical psychologist who provides psychotherapy online to residents of California. I primarily see adults and seniors who have adverse childhood experiences and are struggling with emotional regulation, relationship difficulty, or the stress of dealing with a chronic illness or chronic pain.
Welcome to my profile! I am a clinical psychologist who provides psychotherapy online to residents of California. I primarily see adults and seniors who have adverse childhood experiences and are struggling with emotional regulation, relationship difficulty, or the stress of dealing with a chronic illness or chronic pain.
(562) 231-6733 View (562) 231-6733
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Sherry del Campo - Christian Sex Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Arcadia, CA 91006  (Online Only)
I am an Asian American therapist that is passionate about helping clients through issues related to interpersonal relationships, sex, and chronic pain. I have a curious mind and am eager to ask questions and understand your history and relationship dynamics. I believe that people are created to be in community with one another. I want to help clients foster healthy relationships that will make their lives more fulfilling. Sex and intimacy are integral to our romantic relationships and every couple can develop skills to feel more connected.
I am an Asian American therapist that is passionate about helping clients through issues related to interpersonal relationships, sex, and chronic pain. I have a curious mind and am eager to ask questions and understand your history and relationship dynamics. I believe that people are created to be in community with one another. I want to help clients foster healthy relationships that will make their lives more fulfilling. Sex and intimacy are integral to our romantic relationships and every couple can develop skills to feel more connected.
(626) 508-7134 View (626) 508-7134
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Alina Liu
Psychologist, PsyD, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94122
Anxiety and emotional pain are part of being human, but you don't have to suffer alone and I am here to help.
Are you burned out from "imposter syndrome" at work, stuck in an unfulfilling relationship, or feeling perpetually disconnected and isolated? Living inauthentically can feel exhausting. I work with individuals and couples to provide a range of therapy services from short-term evidence-based treatment for anxiety/depression to long-term relational work. Mental health is about having choices; in our first session, I am excited to get to know you and walk you through the process of therapy. My goal is to help you release painful emotions, reflect on patterns of thoughts and behaviors, and reconnect with a deeper sense of inner freedom.
Anxiety and emotional pain are part of being human, but you don't have to suffer alone and I am here to help.
Are you burned out from "imposter syndrome" at work, stuck in an unfulfilling relationship, or feeling perpetually disconnected and isolated? Living inauthentically can feel exhausting. I work with individuals and couples to provide a range of therapy services from short-term evidence-based treatment for anxiety/depression to long-term relational work. Mental health is about having choices; in our first session, I am excited to get to know you and walk you through the process of therapy. My goal is to help you release painful emotions, reflect on patterns of thoughts and behaviors, and reconnect with a deeper sense of inner freedom.
(415) 639-5225 View (415) 639-5225
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Angela Li: Brainspotting Anxiety Trauma Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95124
I work with trauma/PTSD, anxiety, psychosomatic issues, chronic pain, medical injuries/anxiety, GAD, phobias, panic, social anxiety, OCD, life transitions, boundaries, inter-generational cultural problems, and depression.
Are trauma, anxiety and insecurity controlling your life, preventing you from pursuing your dreams and living life to the fullest? Do you relive the past as if it were happening right now? Your head knows better, but it fails to convince your heart otherwise. As horrible as those experiences were in the past, they continue to zap away your joy and confidence today. You might even avoid situations that trigger the feelings. Are there any lost part of you that you'd like to return to? Do others believe in your competence more than you believe in yourself? What would it be like if life was driven by passion and joy, not fear or shame?
I work with trauma/PTSD, anxiety, psychosomatic issues, chronic pain, medical injuries/anxiety, GAD, phobias, panic, social anxiety, OCD, life transitions, boundaries, inter-generational cultural problems, and depression.
Are trauma, anxiety and insecurity controlling your life, preventing you from pursuing your dreams and living life to the fullest? Do you relive the past as if it were happening right now? Your head knows better, but it fails to convince your heart otherwise. As horrible as those experiences were in the past, they continue to zap away your joy and confidence today. You might even avoid situations that trigger the feelings. Are there any lost part of you that you'd like to return to? Do others believe in your competence more than you believe in yourself? What would it be like if life was driven by passion and joy, not fear or shame?
(669) 232-8177 View (669) 232-8177
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Tracy F Kuo
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Not accepting new clients
I am a highly goal focused clinician committed to helping my patients overcome difficult life situations and lead satisfying lives. I use a variety of techniques grounded in health psychology, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), interpersonal and psychodynamic theories to help my patients. Psychological/mental health services I offer include assessment, consultation, counseling, psychotherapy, and neuropsychological evaluation for anxiety, depression/mood disorder, stress, poor job/academic performance, and problems stemming from relationship, immigration, chronic illness, life transition and career-life balance. I am also a sleep disorders specialist for all ages. I was a faculty member at Stanford University.
I am a highly goal focused clinician committed to helping my patients overcome difficult life situations and lead satisfying lives. I use a variety of techniques grounded in health psychology, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), interpersonal and psychodynamic theories to help my patients. Psychological/mental health services I offer include assessment, consultation, counseling, psychotherapy, and neuropsychological evaluation for anxiety, depression/mood disorder, stress, poor job/academic performance, and problems stemming from relationship, immigration, chronic illness, life transition and career-life balance. I am also a sleep disorders specialist for all ages. I was a faculty member at Stanford University.
(949) 407-5813 View (949) 407-5813
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Jiewen (Janice) Huang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94115
Waitlist for new clients
My goal is to assist you in becoming more aware of your outer and inner challenges and resources, growing from your struggles, healing from your pain, and moving forward to who you want to become and where you want to be in your life.
Depression and anxiety are some of the most common mental-health-related challenges that create difficult thoughts and feelings, which we can experience at some point in our lives. Through counseling and treatment, I am here to assist you in restrengthening/restoring/gaining motivation, perspective, and values in your life. Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. I can help you with gaining skills in coping with these symptoms and guide you through the process of grief and healing. My practice also focuses on anticipatory grief, normal grief, and complicated grief.
My goal is to assist you in becoming more aware of your outer and inner challenges and resources, growing from your struggles, healing from your pain, and moving forward to who you want to become and where you want to be in your life.
Depression and anxiety are some of the most common mental-health-related challenges that create difficult thoughts and feelings, which we can experience at some point in our lives. Through counseling and treatment, I am here to assist you in restrengthening/restoring/gaining motivation, perspective, and values in your life. Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. I can help you with gaining skills in coping with these symptoms and guide you through the process of grief and healing. My practice also focuses on anticipatory grief, normal grief, and complicated grief.
(415) 449-8155 View (415) 449-8155
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Laihin J Cheung, Psychotherapy & Consultation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
You hear my sorrow and you realize my pain- This is the feedback I get from my clients.
I am a solution focused therapist. You will feel the relief of stresses in life after a few sessions. You would get better understanding of yourself, better coping problem solving skills to rebuild balance in life. My years of clinical experiences have propelled me to believe that most of the emotional and behavioral issues are trauma based that led me to inventing my trauma cleansing technique which is so powerful that it removes your trauma energy and the trauma images in minutes, you feel the difference in your mind body instantly. You are free from the trap of mental suffeinings. Please read the Google comments.
You hear my sorrow and you realize my pain- This is the feedback I get from my clients.
I am a solution focused therapist. You will feel the relief of stresses in life after a few sessions. You would get better understanding of yourself, better coping problem solving skills to rebuild balance in life. My years of clinical experiences have propelled me to believe that most of the emotional and behavioral issues are trauma based that led me to inventing my trauma cleansing technique which is so powerful that it removes your trauma energy and the trauma images in minutes, you feel the difference in your mind body instantly. You are free from the trap of mental suffeinings. Please read the Google comments.
(408) 560-3564 View (408) 560-3564
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Theraville Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
We are available to address relational and family problems, as well as such issues as depression, anxiety, sexual, emotional and physical abuse, separation and divorce, parenting problems, stress management, life changing losses, post-traumatic stress, physical illness and pain.
We here at TheraVille Counseling Services, Inc. believe in utilizing an eclectic approach to therapy. The therapy is customized to meet the uniqueness of each and every client. By personalizing the therapeutic experience to best address and respond to the needs of the individual or families, our eclecticism ensures that the most effective therapeutic techniques are integrated into treatment.
We are available to address relational and family problems, as well as such issues as depression, anxiety, sexual, emotional and physical abuse, separation and divorce, parenting problems, stress management, life changing losses, post-traumatic stress, physical illness and pain.
We here at TheraVille Counseling Services, Inc. believe in utilizing an eclectic approach to therapy. The therapy is customized to meet the uniqueness of each and every client. By personalizing the therapeutic experience to best address and respond to the needs of the individual or families, our eclecticism ensures that the most effective therapeutic techniques are integrated into treatment.
(909) 345-8004 View (909) 345-8004
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Hang Yin Candy Lo
Counselor, MA, BC-DMT, RDT/BCT, CCLS, NCC
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93111  (Online Only)
For children and families, I help them navigate the challenges of a medical situation by getting children to understand specific medical procedures and diagnosis, encourage them to be an active participant in their treatment. I also support them to express feelings over their illness, or the illness of their sibling, parents and other family members. For adult clients, I provide 'Pause and Reflect Coaching' service that through dialogue and creative means, (i.e. dance/ movement, role play etc), I facilitate opportunities for you to listen to your heart and make new decisions towards finding meaning in your next chapter in life.
For children and families, I help them navigate the challenges of a medical situation by getting children to understand specific medical procedures and diagnosis, encourage them to be an active participant in their treatment. I also support them to express feelings over their illness, or the illness of their sibling, parents and other family members. For adult clients, I provide 'Pause and Reflect Coaching' service that through dialogue and creative means, (i.e. dance/ movement, role play etc), I facilitate opportunities for you to listen to your heart and make new decisions towards finding meaning in your next chapter in life.
(805) 567-2779 View (805) 567-2779
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Winnie Lee Wear
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, depression, or discontent with certain relationships and circumstances in your life? Symptoms such as anxiety, depression, relationship distress, anger, and addiction are messengers that something in your life requires attention. I am privileged to walk alongside you in your journey towards a deeper understanding and connection with who you are. Together we will explore and attend to the underlying issues and feelings of these symptoms as a step towards healing. Simultaneously, we may adopt ways to cope with and alleviate the pain, loneliness, and difficulties you experience.
Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, depression, or discontent with certain relationships and circumstances in your life? Symptoms such as anxiety, depression, relationship distress, anger, and addiction are messengers that something in your life requires attention. I am privileged to walk alongside you in your journey towards a deeper understanding and connection with who you are. Together we will explore and attend to the underlying issues and feelings of these symptoms as a step towards healing. Simultaneously, we may adopt ways to cope with and alleviate the pain, loneliness, and difficulties you experience.
(626) 551-4998 View (626) 551-4998
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Counseling West
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Sometimes we are even drawn into consideration of our inner world as a result of pain, disappointment or illness.
The center provides counseling for children, adults, couples and families on a sliding scale fee structure. You will find that our depth psychological approach honors your individuality and encourages a deeper exploration of ones inner world. There is great wisdom in these depths. With over 30 therapists on staff, we are able to offer guidance with an array of presenting challenges such as depression,anxiety,loss, trauma and relationship issues. Our services are offered in English, Spanish, Russian, Hebrew, Farsi, Armenian, German, Romanian and Arabic. Our center is LGBT affirmative.
Sometimes we are even drawn into consideration of our inner world as a result of pain, disappointment or illness.
The center provides counseling for children, adults, couples and families on a sliding scale fee structure. You will find that our depth psychological approach honors your individuality and encourages a deeper exploration of ones inner world. There is great wisdom in these depths. With over 30 therapists on staff, we are able to offer guidance with an array of presenting challenges such as depression,anxiety,loss, trauma and relationship issues. Our services are offered in English, Spanish, Russian, Hebrew, Farsi, Armenian, German, Romanian and Arabic. Our center is LGBT affirmative.
(818) 990-9898 View (818) 990-9898
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Jeanie Li
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Verne, CA 91750  (Online Only)
Aloha, Are you or your loved ones struggling with anxiety, depression, or chronic pain? Do you find yourself compulsively eating, drinking, working, or seeking relationships in order to fill the inner void? Do you and your partner sometimes get caught in a negative interaction pattern that prevents you from experiencing love and intimacy? I have years of education, training, and clinical experiences to help you process painful emotions, learn new skills, and find new ways of connecting with self, others, and the world. I am licensed in Hawaii and California to see clients from both states.
Aloha, Are you or your loved ones struggling with anxiety, depression, or chronic pain? Do you find yourself compulsively eating, drinking, working, or seeking relationships in order to fill the inner void? Do you and your partner sometimes get caught in a negative interaction pattern that prevents you from experiencing love and intimacy? I have years of education, training, and clinical experiences to help you process painful emotions, learn new skills, and find new ways of connecting with self, others, and the world. I am licensed in Hawaii and California to see clients from both states.
(808) 419-7832 View (808) 419-7832
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Two Chairs - San Jose
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, PsyD, LCSW, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95113
Two Chairs was founded in 2017 with a mission to build a world where everyone has access to exceptional mental healthcare. We're creating a better experience for both patients and clinicians by starting with an in-depth, research-backed matching process to ensure the ideal patient-therapist fit, offering hybrid care that gives patients and clinicians flexibility between in-person and virtual sessions, and measuring outcomes to ensure patients get better faster.
Two Chairs was founded in 2017 with a mission to build a world where everyone has access to exceptional mental healthcare. We're creating a better experience for both patients and clinicians by starting with an in-depth, research-backed matching process to ensure the ideal patient-therapist fit, offering hybrid care that gives patients and clinicians flexibility between in-person and virtual sessions, and measuring outcomes to ensure patients get better faster.
(408) 617-8096 View (408) 617-8096
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Peter Shum
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Cupertino, CA 95014
Not accepting new clients
Our world today is full of challenges. Many stressors in life knock us off balance, and we feel overwhelmed, distressed, sometimes angry, sad and lonely. But you do not need to face the challenges alone. I am passionate to help people regain the balance by being more attuned to themselves - their identities, emotions, and physical needs. I work collaboratively with my clients to explore and identify ways to meet their goals, and provide tools and interventions as fitting. Most importantly, I walk alongside them in their journey to attain health and growth.
Our world today is full of challenges. Many stressors in life knock us off balance, and we feel overwhelmed, distressed, sometimes angry, sad and lonely. But you do not need to face the challenges alone. I am passionate to help people regain the balance by being more attuned to themselves - their identities, emotions, and physical needs. I work collaboratively with my clients to explore and identify ways to meet their goals, and provide tools and interventions as fitting. Most importantly, I walk alongside them in their journey to attain health and growth.
(408) 889-7589 View (408) 889-7589
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Wanchun Athena Chien
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lancaster, CA 93535
Hi there, I'm Wanchun (Athena)! I provide support to individuals, teens, couples, and families to develop awareness, strength, and healing in their lives. I draw on family system, CBT, mindfulness, psychodynamic and attachment theory, and narrative theory. My approach is warm, relational, and collaborative. I have worked as a therapist and counselor for a community mental health clinic, a social worker at a multipurpose senior service program, behavior health specialists, and a K-5 school in San Francisco. I have trained interns and taught therapy and counseling in a university graduate school program in CA.
Hi there, I'm Wanchun (Athena)! I provide support to individuals, teens, couples, and families to develop awareness, strength, and healing in their lives. I draw on family system, CBT, mindfulness, psychodynamic and attachment theory, and narrative theory. My approach is warm, relational, and collaborative. I have worked as a therapist and counselor for a community mental health clinic, a social worker at a multipurpose senior service program, behavior health specialists, and a K-5 school in San Francisco. I have trained interns and taught therapy and counseling in a university graduate school program in CA.
(661) 718-4095 View (661) 718-4095
Chronic Pain Therapists

How does chronic pain therapy work?

Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.

What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?

Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.

Are there new treatments for chronic pain?

Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.

How long does therapy for chronic pain take?

There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.