Caini Deng, MHC-LP

My clients describe me as:

When I work with clients, I don’t hold tight to my agenda – I ask my client what’s most important to them, and we chart a course together.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am a patient, non-judgmental and accepting listener, and my number one priority is creating a safe space for you.

Together, we will:

I’ll always be looking for things you’re doing right, not things you’re doing wrong. I will help you find your own strength and cultivate resilience through the ups and downs of life.

I specialize in working with people who:

I specialize in helping people who are having trouble coping with the ups and downs of their emotions. Anyone with anxiety, body image issues, grief and loss, trauma, or emotional regulation issues is a match for my practice.

I became a therapist because:

I grew up in China, where I noticed a need for mental health counseling, but Chinese people are often reluctant to seek help because of stigma.

Something that stands out about where I offer therapy is:

I'm a member of the Resilience Lab — the largest community of clinicians working collaboratively to produce better outcomes and improve mental health.

More about me and my practice:

I’m a radical feminist. Born and raised in China, I saw countless instances where women were disrespected and looked down upon. In the older generations' eyes, women are only expected to marry a decent guy and have kids.