Hi, I’m Guanhua
Hi, I’m glad you’re here. Reaching out for therapy often means you’ve been handling things on your own for a long time. Maybe it’s the weight of work or school stress, family expectations, questions about identity, relationship struggles, or simply a quiet sense that something doesn’t feel quite right. My goal is to create a safe space where you can pause, reflect, develop deeper understanding and compassion for yourself, and begin finding ways to live more in alignment with what truly matters to you.
I specialize in working with clients navigating life transitions, cultural identity, and belonging. As a former international student and immigrant, I hold a deep understanding of the pressures many Asian and bicultural individuals carry. I often support clients working through anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, grief, and identity exploration. I also incorporate group therapy into my work, using the group space to foster support, deepen self-understanding, and explore how people experience themselves in relationship with others.
你好,我是Guanhua,感谢遇见!人生中难免会经历困难与迷茫的时刻,我很欣赏你能允许自己慢下来,尝试探索不同的应对方式。寻找心理咨询是一个很勇敢的决定,这意味着你愿意坦诚面对自己的内心,也愿意向他人展露脆弱的一面。我希望在咨询中为你提供一个安全、舒适的空间,陪伴你去理解自己的所想所感,对自己报以更多的好奇与善意。在被倾听、被看见的过程中,重新发现生活的希望,以及日常里那些微小却真实的美好。
我擅长陪伴来访者探索人生转折、文化认同与归属感的议题。作为曾经的国际学生与移民,我对许多亚裔与跨文化背景来访者所承受的压力有着切身的理解。我常陪伴来访者一同面对焦虑、抑郁、压力、关系困扰、悲伤与身份认同的探索。我也将团体治疗融入工作之中,在团体的空间里彼此支持、加深对自己的理解。
$220 Individual
Treatment Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Existential Therapy
Group Therapy
Training & Education
Master of Social Welfare (MSW) – UCLA
Ed.M. in Human Development and Psychology – Harvard Graduate School of Education
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) #123013
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
DBT Certification Training
Internal Family System (IFS) Level 1
Frequently Asked Questions
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You can call, email or go to our client portal to request an initial consultation. If you can’t find any time slot that work for you, or have more questions before booking, feel free to contact us.
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Both. We see clients in-person at our San Jose office and via secure video throughout California.
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We are currently out-of-network with most insurance plans. Some of our clinicians accept EAP such as Lyra Health.
For many common plans — including United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, and Cigna — we can submit claims directly on your behalf, so you don't have to deal with superbills yourself. If your insurance isn't on that list, we'll provide a superbill you can submit for reimbursement. Many of our clients receive up to 80% back from their out-of-network benefits.
Not sure if your plan applies? Reach out and we'll help you figure it out.