Xiaoying 'Sharon' Qi, LPCC
California LPCC specializing in anxiety and transitions
- Anxiety and stress
- Parenting and relationships
- English and Mandarin
About Xiaoying 'Sharon' Qi
Xiaoying "Sharon" Qi is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor practicing in California with seven years of experience supporting people navigating stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, motivation struggles, self-esteem concerns, confidence building, and career difficulties. She practices with warmth and respect and adapts her approach to the individual needs of each person she meets. LPCC stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, a credential that indicates graduate-level training and supervised clinical experience in counseling.
She emphasizes sensitivity and compassion in therapeutic work, creating a space where practical skills and personal insight can grow together. Her sessions are shaped around the client - tailoring dialogue and treatment plans to reflect each person’s circumstances, goals, and pace of change. Xiaoying values collaborative work and encourages small steps toward greater well-being.
Recognizing that beginning therapy requires courage, she affirms the decision to seek help and supports clients through initial engagement and ongoing progress. Xiaoying offers services in English and Mandarin and is currently accepting clients in California.
She emphasizes sensitivity and compassion in therapeutic work, creating a space where practical skills and personal insight can grow together. Her sessions are shaped around the client - tailoring dialogue and treatment plans to reflect each person’s circumstances, goals, and pace of change. Xiaoying values collaborative work and encourages small steps toward greater well-being.
Recognizing that beginning therapy requires courage, she affirms the decision to seek help and supports clients through initial engagement and ongoing progress. Xiaoying offers services in English and Mandarin and is currently accepting clients in California.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Xiaoying 'Sharon' Qi have?
She has seven years of professional experience providing counseling and support.
Is Xiaoying 'Sharon' Qi a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). Her license details are CA LPCC 16837.
In which languages does Xiaoying 'Sharon' Qi provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Mandarin.
Where is Xiaoying 'Sharon' Qi located?
She practices in California.
How can I work with Xiaoying 'Sharon' Qi as my therapist?
You can work with her through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Xiaoying 'Sharon' Qi work with international clients?
She does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Xiaoying 'Sharon' Qi 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 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.
Therapeutic approaches and online care with Xiaoying 'Sharon' Qi
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify personal values and take committed action toward a meaningful life while learning to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and motivation challenges. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a supportive, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the therapist offers empathy and understanding so clients can explore their own solutions and build self-trust. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a practical approach that identifies unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and develops concrete strategies to change them, which can help with anxiety, low mood, and career or confidence concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Xiaoying works collaboratively to determine which methods fit a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She combines techniques as appropriate and invites clients to give feedback so the plan evolves together.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, continue work during life transitions, and maintain regular contact with licensed professionals and therapists when in-person visits are not convenient.
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