THERAPIST FOR CHINESE / ASIAN AMERICANS (AAPIs) IN NYC
- Are you one of the Asian Americans who silently suffers from anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues? Having concerns of being labeled as being “mental”? Of course it’s not fun to have Asian stigma and shames.
- You finally gathered courage to seek therapy, but only found the therapist does not understand your Asian culture? Feeling frustrated that you have to teach your therapist all your Asian family values?
- You Google searched Asian American therapist NYC or Chinese therapist / psychologist near me, but still have a hard time finding the right fit? How to find the culturally competent Chinese speaking therapist?
Let’s face it, Mandarin speaking therapists and experts are hard to find. Meanwhile, it is not really much to ask for when you specifically look for treatment for Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs). After all, a competent Asian American therapist should have good understanding of cultural and clinical issues in the care of Asian patients.
Dr. June is an expert psychologist who has been counseling Asian American clients in her Manhattan office and online for more than 15 years. She has effectively helped Chinese and many other clients in the AAPI community, including Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese, Indian, Filipino, and Burmese. Overall, therapy has addressed anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, trauma, cultural adjustment, family, and other concerns.
Asian American Therapist for Expert Mental Health Counseling Services
Yes, you may be a high achiever at school, and you may be “successful” in your career of engineering, accounting, law, medicine, and data science. However, it does not change the fact that you could still struggle with wellness and mental health issues. Asian parents’ expectations could lead to more conflicts with children. Despite being part of the “model minority“, you may still deal with anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship issues. Obviously, Asian Americans’ family value, unique culture, and stigma towards mental health may get in the way of your seeking psychotherapy.
Being an Asian American therapist, Dr. June has more than 15 years of mental health counseling and research experiences on AAPIs’ help seeking behaviors. As a result, she has a deep understanding of Asian and Asian American clients’ culture, identity, as well as the root cause of their psychological issues. Without doubt, Dr. June and therapists on her team have tailored therapy approaches based on several factors, including Asian clients’ personality, individual needs, and their capability to make changes.
Specialty Areas Helping Chinese and Asian Clients
Proud to be part of the AAPI community, Dr. June is dedicated to contribute to Asian Americans’ mental health services. Specifically, Dr. June and therapists on her team specialize in 
- Therapy for Asian American college students
- Psychotherapy for Asian / Chinese international students
- Counseling Asian American teens
- Mental health services for first generation Asian American
- Asian couples therapy and marriage counseling
- Asian family therapy
- Pride counseling for LGBTQ+ AAPI
Therapist for Chinese / International Students
Dr. June is an expert with specialty in therapy and counseling services for Chinese international students. Indeed, international students have a special place in Dr. June’s and other therapists’ heart. Actually every Chinese speaking therapists on Dr. June’s team were international students before joining her clinic. That is, all our therapists have a deep understanding of our international students.
Chinese International Students Face Unique Stress
You certainly face more stress and challenges living abroad. It is not easy to deal with all the stress. The list of stressors can be long
- transitions to a foreign country,
- academic pressure,
- cultural differences,
- language barrier,
- parents’ high expectations,
- worries about the future,
- difficulty making new friends,
- financial concerns,
- visa status, (OPT, H1B, Green Card), and
- adjustment issues
During this stressful time, it is very normal for Chinese international students to face psychological challenges. Specifically, sleep problems, isolation, constant worries, feeling depressed, helpless, and some even think about and attempted suicide.
Dr. June has helped many Chinese / Asian international students to cope with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and overall adjustment. Throughout years of experience, her psychological services are tailored to meet the needs of Chinese and Asian international students. Obviously she has a better understanding and the effective assistance you need.
Asian American Therapist's Support Groups for AAPIs
Dr. June and other Asian American therapists on our team help Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) to cope with various challenges, such as with family, at work, at school, and in life in general. Our therapists understand your concerns facing all difficulties. Our support groups address issues including
- hate crime,
- racial discrimination,
- bullying
- dating
- parents expectations
- cultural adjustment
- relationships
- anxiety
- depression
- stress management
Psychotherapy for Asian American Professionals
Dr. June has helped many Asian American professionals in therapy and coaching. Whether you are 20 something, in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or 60s, Dr. June is an expert therapist for you.
In terms of professional development, she will assist you to achieve your goals. In particular, interpersonal relationships, social and communication skills, decision-making, career growth, and other professional goals.
As well, she will help you to manage issues and grow personally. For instance, how to cope with family issue, relationship concern, depression, stress, self esteem, anxiety, and other concerns for enhanced mental health and well-being.
Still have questions about mental heath counseling services? Our Asian American therapists in NYC have answers.
I am a Chinese international student. Do you take my school insurance?
As an international student in the past, Dr. June and other Asian American therapists understand the financial concerns of our college students. We are out-of-network providers for your insurance, but have successfully helped all Chinese / Asian international students and other college students to receive mental health counseling services at the lowest possible expenses. To make everything easier and more convenient, we also help to file insurance claims for all students.
I speak English, but my wife prefers to speak Mandarin in session. Do your Asian American therapists speak Chinese Mandarin?
We understand the unique needs of our Asian American clients. All our therapists are at least bilingual in English and an Asian language, including Chinese Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, and Japanese. In addition, Dr. June and therapists on the team are bicultural. We are the best therapists in NYC who can assist you with your cultural adjustment and identity.
What is your therapy approach for Asian American clients?
Dr. June and other Asian American therapists on the team work as a team with our clients. In other words, we tailor our psychotherapy based on your specific needs, personality, cultural values, and specific issues. Throughout many years of clinical experiences, we always adopt evidence-based therapy approaches such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapy to effectively help our AAPI clients.
Please contact us to schedule a 15-minute free phone call. Dr. June and our Asian Americans therapists are here for you. In a safe and confidential environment, we aim to help you to heal, grow, and live the life you deserve.
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