Yan Ling Ruan, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

My clients describe me as:

caring, warm, supportive, affirmative, and genuinely invested in clients' well-being.

Something to know about my approach is:

My therapeutic style is person-centered and collaborative, with emphasis on compassion, respect and empowerment. I provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care to clients from all backgrounds.

Together, we will:

process your feelings, thoughts and experiences in a non-judgmental and safe environment; navigate your challenges, and to work towards making positive change, building greater resilience and life satisfaction.

I specialize in working with people who:

Chinese-speaking clients who are dealing with depression, anxiety, and various life stressors. My focus is on creating a culturally sensitive and supportive environment where people feel understood and accepted.

I became a therapist because:

I am passionate in helping people because of my personal experience as an immigrant, I want to bridge the gap of linguistic accessibility in therapy

More about me and my practice:

We will work collaboratively to come up treatment that tailored to your needs.