Licensed clinical social worker recordCalifornia
Xiaoning Yang, LCSW
California
Licensed clinical social worker - stress and grief
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence 114066
- NPI
- 1821978081
- Experience
- 6 years
- Languages
- English, Mandarin
- Location
- California
These details come from information Xiaoning supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Multicultural concerns
About Xiaoning
Xiaoning Yang is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with six years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and coping with life changes. Sessions are offered in English and Mandarin and she accepts international clients.
Her work centers on practical tools for handling strong emotions and everyday demands. She helps people break down overwhelming problems into small steps. Conversations often cover grief, mood changes, loneliness, and the strain of caregiving or aging.
Yang pays attention to cultural context and immigration-related stress. She listens for how cultural expectations affect shame, guilt, and codependent patterns. That perspective is used to shape realistic coping plans that fit each person’s life.
Expect a straightforward, problem-focused approach that builds self-esteem and clearer boundaries. She helps clients practice new habits, try out communication strategies, and respond differently when old patterns arise. Progress is measured by what feels more manageable in daily life.
Her background includes supporting older adults and people navigating identity and life transitions. That work includes addressing isolation, multicultural concerns, and the practical side of change. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based methods translate to online work
Many therapists combine practical, evidence-based techniques to address common problems. Cognitive-behavioral approaches help by identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and low mood. Behavioral activation focuses on adding small, achievable activities to lift mood and reduce isolation.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals, life demands, and comfort level. That plan can change over time as needs shift and progress is reviewed.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking, since formats were not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people connect across time zones when international clients are involved, making it simpler to continue care during life transitions.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Mandarin
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with most?
She helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and life transitions. Additional focus areas include aging and geriatric issues, codependency, guilt and shame, immigration issues, isolation and mood disorders.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and problem-focused, emphasizing concrete coping strategies and behavioral steps. Conversations often result in clear actions to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of clinical experience working with adults on emotional and life-change concerns.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English and Mandarin.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She accepts international clients. Confirm any time zone or regional considerations when scheduling.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers