EDUCATION

University of San Francisco, California, USA (M.A. in Counseling Psychology)

San Jose State University, California, USA (B.A. in Psychology)

National Taiwan University (history major)

LICENSE & CERTIFICATION

Taiwan Counseling Psychologist License (#004043)

Certificate of Telephone Crisis Line Counseling, Bill Wilson Center, CA

Certificate of Domestic Violence Counseling, Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments, CA

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

Supervised by Dr. Helen Hsu (President of Asian American Psychological Association)
Youth/Parent/Family Counselor at City of Fremont Youth & Family Services, California
Founder & Director of Counseling at Junyi Experimental School (K-12), Taitung, Taiwan
Telephone Counselor at Santa Clara County Crisis Line, California
Adult Life Coach at Insidetrack Coaching Inc., California
Bilingual Counselor at Academy of Art University, California
Adult College Student Life Coach (age 18-55) at Devry University, US online nationwide
Intervention Specialist for autistic children and family at Aspiranet Family Intervention Program, California
Bilingual workshops/support groups facilitator in Taiwan and the US

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION

Cultural Adjustment
Life Transition
Family of Origin
Developmental Trauma
Grief and Loss
Relationship Issues
General Mental Health Issues: depression, anxiety, panic attack, emotional self-regulation, etc.
Identity Development

COUNSELING STYLE & QUALITIES

^{1. A Culturally Sensitive Therapist}

Living abroad for more than 10 years, I understand the difference between linguistic competence and cultural competence. Personally and professionally, I grew up in a global village. The population I have worked with includes multiethnic couples from Taiwan and USA, Chinese international students in America, adult college returning students, graduates of top-ranked universities, low-income families, cross-border business owners in Taiwan, entrepreneurs in the Silicon Valley, first and second-generation Asian immigrants, aboriginal families from eastern Taiwan, youths in transition, retired professionals, LGBTQ on spectrum, and so on. I’ve spent years observing and researching inter-cultural relations and organized cross-cultural meetings for expats from different continents.

^{2. Over 90% Returning Rate}

Most of my clients are long-term based. Each person’s healing curve is different; I am sensitive to each person’s developmental needs. Most of my clients have reported having trust in the process as early as in the initial session and many have been transformed from years of stagnation.

^{3. Emphasizing Rapport, Epiphany and Empowerment}

My approach to counseling is an eclectic blend of person-centered theory, psychodynamic theory, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family systems theory and the Satir iceberg model. Although a diagnosis can be a useful asset in recovery, mental health diagnostic labels sometimes stop us from finding our own voice. It is important that we use diagnosis wisely. The client and I work collaboratively to determine the direction, pace, and depth of therapy.

^{4. Gentle and Adaptive, yet Strict on Ethics}

The basic elements of my counseling work consist of respect, authenticity, genuineness, empathy, acceptance, and unconditional positive regard. Each client’s political, sexual, religious and spiritual beliefs and practices will be equally respected and honored. I help my clients find their inner strengths and resources in a relaxed and confidential environment.

^{5. Experienced in Working with Expats and the Multi-linguistic Population}

I have and am working with clients from USA, Canada, South Africa, UK, Australia, Germany, Austria, France, Italy, Netherlands, Hong Kong, Korea, Japan, south east Asia, and others. People come to therapy for identity exploration, resolution for relationship problems, finding meaning and direction in life, and other reasons. My role is to identify each person’s needs and help them explore possibilities for better quality of life.

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