Dongfanghong Xiao

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor providing virtual therapy across Pennsylvania in both English and Mandarin. I hold a Master’s degree in Counselor Education and have experience supporting adolescents and adults across different levels of care since 2021, including community-based behavioral health services. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional struggles, and identity or cross-cultural stressors, with particular interest in supporting women and young adults. My practice focuses on creating a supportive and affirming space where clients can better understand themselves and work toward long-term emotional well-being.

I view therapy as a collaborative process tailored to each client’s needs and goals. My work integrates approaches such as DBT, person centered therapy, feminist therapy, and mindfulness-based strategies to support emotional regulation, self-awareness, and meaningful change. I often help clients explore recurring emotional or relational patterns while building practical tools for coping, communication, and boundaries. I value balancing insight with practical, actionable growth.

The first session is a space for us to get to know each other and begin understanding what brings you to therapy. We’ll talk about your current concerns, relevant background, and what you hope to gain from the process at a pace that feels comfortable for you. My goal is to create an environment where you feel supported, respected, and able to speak openly without pressure to have everything figured out right away.