Sixuan Bao, LCSW

Sixuan Bao is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with nine years of professional experience. As an LCSW she has advanced training in clinical social work and works collaboratively with people seeking relief from stress, anxiety, and relationship difficulties.

Her practice includes helping individuals who have experienced trauma and abuse, supporting career coaching and motivation, and addressing concerns around self-esteem and confidence. Sixuan approaches each person as the expert of their own story, aiming to build on strengths and practical resources that already exist in a person’s life.

She recognizes that reaching out for a more fulfilling and happier life requires courage, and she offers steady support throughout that process. Sixuan seeks to create a supportive environment where clients can explore goals, develop coping skills, and move toward meaningful change at a pace that fits their needs.

Approaches in Online Therapy with Sixuan Bao

Sixuan Bao integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy into her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client’s goals and perspectives guide the work - it helps with building confidence and clarifying personal values. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns by teaching practical skills for managing anxiety, low mood, and stress. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for intense emotions and relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sixuan works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies over time based on what proves most helpful.

Online therapy with Sixuan is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options provide flexibility to fit sessions into busy schedules, make it easier to maintain continuity during life changes, and allow people to access licensed professionals from locations that suit them.