Yali Xiong

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Texas, dedicated to creating a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and understood. My work is grounded in a person-centered approach: I don’t see therapy as “fixing” you, but as helping you understand yourself more deeply so change can grow from within. I’m engaged, thoughtful, and direct when it’s helpful. Together, we’ll look at patterns in your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and build concrete coping skills you can actually use in daily life. I value depth, honesty, and real change—not surface-level conversations.

I integrate evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Behavioral Therapy, and gender-sensitive therapy. I’ve completed intensive, skills-focused training in DBT and use its comprehensive framework to help clients manage big emotions, improve relationships, and move toward a life that feels more aligned with their values.

In our first session, you can expect a warm, welcoming conversation focused on getting to know you—your story, what’s been bringing you in, and what you’re hoping will feel different. We’ll begin gently identifying patterns in your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and start exploring practical coping strategies you can try between sessions. My approach is collaborative and person-centered, so we’ll move at your pace, with honesty and depth, and build a foundation for meaningful, lasting change. If you’re ready to have support instead of carrying it all alone, I’d be honored to work with you.