Dongfanghong Xiao
Support for anxiety, transitions, and self-worth growth
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About
Dongfanghong Xiao is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 5 years of experience supporting individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, major life transitions, and identity-related concerns. She often works with people who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or caught in repeating patterns in relationships or emotional responses, and she helps clients make sense of what is happening beneath the surface so change can feel more possible.
Her work is trauma-informed and culturally responsive, drawing on evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), person-centered therapy, and feminist therapy. Through this blend, she supports clients in building practical emotional regulation skills, strengthening boundaries, and developing greater clarity about values, direction, and self-worth.
Dongfanghong Xiao also has experience supporting international and bicultural clients who are navigating cultural adjustment, family expectations, and feelings of disconnection or loneliness. She recognizes that starting therapy can feel uncertain, especially for those used to carrying things on their own, and she encourages clients to begin even if they do not yet have everything figured out.
Her work is trauma-informed and culturally responsive, drawing on evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), person-centered therapy, and feminist therapy. Through this blend, she supports clients in building practical emotional regulation skills, strengthening boundaries, and developing greater clarity about values, direction, and self-worth.
Dongfanghong Xiao also has experience supporting international and bicultural clients who are navigating cultural adjustment, family expectations, and feelings of disconnection or loneliness. She recognizes that starting therapy can feel uncertain, especially for those used to carrying things on their own, and she encourages clients to begin even if they do not yet have everything figured out.
- Location:
- Pennsylvania, United States
- Years Experience:
- 5
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English, Mandarin
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Attachment issues, Communication problems, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: PA LPC PC018232
- NPI Number: 1790645836
- License: LPC (Pennsylvania)
Evidence-Based Support That Works Well Online
Dongfanghong Xiao uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or pulled into repeating relationship patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is one approach she draws from, focusing on practical skills like managing intense emotions, tolerating distress, and communicating more effectively - tools that can be especially helpful for anxiety, mood concerns, and challenging life transitions.She also incorporates person-centered therapy, which emphasizes empathy, respect, and a steady focus on the client’s lived experience. This approach can support people who are sorting through identity-related challenges, self-esteem concerns, or uncertainty about direction. Feminist therapy may also be part of the work, offering a way to explore how relationships, roles, and expectations can shape self-worth and choices, particularly when navigating family pressures or cultural adjustment.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dongfanghong Xiao collaborates with clients to clarify goals, understand what has and has not helped before, and choose strategies that fit their needs and preferences.
Online therapy makes it easier to stay consistent with support through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can help clients fit therapy into busy schedules and keep working on growth between sessions.
How much experience does Dongfanghong Xiao have?
Dongfanghong Xiao has 5 years of experience providing therapy.
Is Dongfanghong Xiao a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dongfanghong Xiao is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania (PA LPC PC018232).
In which languages does Dongfanghong Xiao provide therapy?
Dongfanghong Xiao provides therapy in English and Mandarin.
Where is Dongfanghong Xiao located?
Dongfanghong Xiao is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Dongfanghong Xiao as my therapist?
You can work with Dongfanghonghong Xiao through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dongfanghong Xiao work with international clients?
No. Dongfanghong Xiao does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dongfanghong Xiao 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.