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Xiaoning Yang

LCSW

Xiaoning Yang, LCSW

Therapist in California

Xiaoning is a LCSW therapist in California.

  • 6+ years of experience
  • Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Grief
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About Xiaoning

Xiaoning Yang, LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), is a California-based therapist with six years of clinical experience supporting people through challenging emotional transitions. She focuses on helping clients manage stress and anxiety, process grief, and navigate life changes with empathy and practical guidance. Her work emphasizes culturally sensitive care, with a particular understanding of immigration-related struggles, aging and geriatric concerns, and issues tied to identity and multicultural experiences.

In session she creates a supportive space where clients can explore self-love, confront isolation, and work through feelings of guilt and shame. Xiaoning pays close attention to the needs of older adults and those from diverse backgrounds, offering tailored strategies for mood disorders, compassion fatigue, and building healthier coping patterns. Her therapeutic style blends validation with skill building to help people strengthen resilience and improve self-esteem.

Across individual work she aims to empower clients to find constructive ways forward, honoring each person’s unique history and capacity for growth. Xiaoning accepts international clients and provides services in both English and Mandarin, applying evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support meaningful, person-centered change.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Access

Her clinical work draws on evidence-based techniques that emphasize practical skills and emotional processing. One focus is skills-based strategies for stress and anxiety that teach breathing, grounding, and problem-solving methods to reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning. Another thread centers on narrative and meaning-focused methods for grief and life transitions, helping clients make sense of loss and rediscover purpose while adjusting to change. She also uses culturally attuned, strengths-based approaches to address immigration concerns, aging issues, and multicultural identities, building on clients' existing resources and values.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Xiaoning collaborates with each person to identify the methods that best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques over time so therapy remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for those juggling busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or long distances. Video calls and phone sessions provide face-to-face interaction, while live chat and text-based messaging allow continued support between sessions and options for those who prefer written communication. These formats make it easier to access consistent care and integrate therapeutic work into everyday life.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Xiaoning Yang have?

Xiaoning Yang has six years of clinical experience.

Is Xiaoning Yang a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: CA LCSW 114066.

In which languages does Xiaoning Yang provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Mandarin.

Where is Xiaoning Yang located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Xiaoning Yang as my therapist?

You can work with Xiaoning Yang through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Xiaoning Yang work with international clients?

Yes, Xiaoning Yang works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Xiaoning Yang cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English, Mandarin

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