Sandra (Shiyu) Gao, MHC-LP

Life can often feel overwhelming and chaotic, but you don’t have to face it all alone. As a bilingual therapist fluent in both Mandarin and English, I strive to create a warm and supportive environment where you feel heard, valued, and safe to share your stories while exploring your thoughts and feelings. I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities, centering my approach on humanistic and relational therapy, as I believe the therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of meaningful change. I also incorporate feminist and culturally sensitive approaches As an Asian female with extensive experience working within the POC community, I recognize the complexities of cultural expectations and identity, and strive to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds who may feel silenced or marginalized within multicultural contexts. Additionally, I utilize techniques from Solution-Focused Therapy, CBT, and DBT to provide practical tools tailored to your unique needs. I’ve supported clients in navigating various challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma processing, intimate relationships, identity crisis, life transitions, grief and loss, and other difficult circumstances that can feel overwhelming. We will walk together along the path to discover your strengths, enhance self-awareness, develop effective coping strategies, and foster a renewed sense of hope and direction.