About

Shuwen (Sylvia) Huang is a California-licensed clinical social worker (CA LCSW 29312) and a registered nurse with more than 15 years of professional experience. She brings a client-centered style to her work, focusing on practical support and compassionate guidance for people facing depression, anxiety, parenting challenges, coping with illness, grief, and trauma.

Her clinical background includes work in trauma hospital acute care and emergency department settings, and her nursing experience informs a skillful approach to education and counseling that is tailored to each person’s needs. She emphasizes the importance of the connection and comfort a person feels with their therapist, and views that therapeutic relationship as central to meaningful progress.

Shuwen believes increased self-awareness helps people grow through difficult experiences and that resilience and inner strength are available to everyone. She values offering an outside perspective when someone feels stuck, and considers it a privilege to provide that support. She treats each person as the expert of their own story and builds on existing strengths to address current struggles.

Committed to practicing with cultural humility, she aims to create a welcoming therapeutic space where clients can share their truths and feel understood. Her goal is for clients to leave sessions feeling more grounded and supported as they work toward a more fulfilling, healthier life.

Location:
California, United States
Years Experience:
15
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English, Mandarin
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Depression, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Anger, Attachment issues, Body image, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Disability, Divorce, Domestic violence, Family, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Grief, Guilt and shame, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Parenting, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy, Self esteem, Self-love, Separation, Trauma and abuse, Workplace issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: CA LCSW 29312
  • NPI Number: 1801321518
  • License: LCSW (California) #29312 exp 2026-03-31

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How much experience does Shuwen (Sylvia) Huang have?

Shuwen (Sylvia) Huang has 15 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Shuwen (Sylvia) Huang a licensed therapist?

Yes. Shuwen (Sylvia) Huang is a licensed clinical social worker in California (CA LCSW 29312).

In which languages does Shuwen (Sylvia) Huang provide therapy?

Shuwen (Sylvia) Huang provides therapy in English, Mandarin.

Where is Shuwen (Sylvia) Huang located?

Shuwen (Sylvia) Huang is located in California.

How can I work with Shuwen (Sylvia) Huang as my therapist?

You can work with Shuwen (Sylvia) Huang via Phone, Video, Live Chat, or Messaging.

How much does therapy with Shuwen (Sylvia) Huang cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based 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 straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with the therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.