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Yan Ling Ruan

Therapist(she/her)
15 years of experience
11 patients on Headway
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I have over a decade of experience supporting clients from diverse backgrounds with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, and life transitions. My approach is grounded in CBT, trauma-informed care, and cultural sensitivity. I help clients build insight, develop effective coping strategies, and cultivate self-compassion. I specialize in AAPI mental health.

My approach to therapy

My therapeutic style is eclectic and collaborative. We will work together to come up with treatment that fits your unique needs, while respecting and integrating your cultural values.

What you can expect from me

I value the client-therapist relationship and believe in the importance of my client's active engagement in the therapeutic process. By working together, we will help you better understand how your past and present influence your thoughts and behaviors; we will tap into your strengths and help you build copings skills to better manage life’s challenges. I will support you in cultivating greater fulfillment in your life and relationships.

About me

  • I identify as
    Asian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Affirming, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    15 years of experience
  • Training
    MEd (Master of Education) at Lehigh University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) Out-of-State Telehealth (Florida), LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (New Jersey), LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Cigna, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, OCD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Exposure Response Prevention, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    Cantonese, Mandarin