Xin "Gloria" Guo, AASW
Accredited social worker supporting resilience and recovery
- Trauma-informed practice
- English and Mandarin
- Flexible online sessions
About Xin "Gloria" Guo
Xin "Gloria" Guo is an accredited social worker holding the AASW credential and brings six years of clinical experience supporting people through difficult life transitions. She offers individual counselling and family therapy for those affected by grief and loss, acute and chronic trauma, childhood trauma, sexual assault, and attachment difficulties, alongside support for anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, self-esteem struggles, and coping with major life changes.
Gloria draws on a range of evidence-informed approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and client-centered work to tailor treatment to each person. Her practice is person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed, with a focus on building safety, resilience, and practical coping skills so clients can move toward their values and goals.
She works collaboratively, helping clients clarify priorities, explore patterns, and develop concrete strategies for managing stress, addiction-related issues, sleep and eating concerns, and caregiver strain. Gloria provides therapy in English and Mandarin and is currently accepting clients in Australia. Prospective clients are welcome to reach out to learn more about her approach and availability.
Gloria draws on a range of evidence-informed approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and client-centered work to tailor treatment to each person. Her practice is person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed, with a focus on building safety, resilience, and practical coping skills so clients can move toward their values and goals.
She works collaboratively, helping clients clarify priorities, explore patterns, and develop concrete strategies for managing stress, addiction-related issues, sleep and eating concerns, and caregiver strain. Gloria provides therapy in English and Mandarin and is currently accepting clients in Australia. Prospective clients are welcome to reach out to learn more about her approach and availability.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Xin "Gloria" Guo have?
She has 6 years of experience.
Is Xin "Gloria" Guo a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the AASW credential, which reflects accreditation as a social worker in Australia.
In which languages does Xin "Gloria" Guo provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Mandarin.
Where is Xin "Gloria" Guo located?
She is located in Australia.
How can I work with Xin "Gloria" Guo as my therapist?
You can work with Xin "Gloria" Guo through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Xin "Gloria" Guo work with international clients?
Xin "Gloria" Guo does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Xin "Gloria" Guo 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 accessible online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and develop flexible strategies to act in line with those values despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It provides practical tools for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, sleep and eating problems, and many everyday stressors.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist supports the client to explore their own goals and strengths. This approach is particularly helpful for building self-esteem, navigating relationship and attachment issues, and recovering from trauma.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Gloria collaborates with each client and with other licensed professionals when needed to determine which methods best match the client's needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be arranged by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins can take place via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity during transitions, and access support from home or other convenient locations.