- ACT and CBT
- DBT skills
- Mandarin and English
About Chian
Chian Hsu is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Hawaii with five years of clinical experience. She works with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, relationship concerns, and people coping with life changes. She also lists life purpose among her focus areas and speaks English and Mandarin.
Hsu combines social work perspectives with practical problem solving. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice and change unhelpful thoughts. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas and DBT skills to help with strong emotions and staying connected to values. She also offers hypnotherapy and client-centered methods when useful.
Sessions often focus on concrete steps. Hsu helps people identify strengths, set small goals, and practice skills between meetings. She pays attention to work and career stress as well as health-related issues like chronic illness, cancer, caregiving, and end-of-life concerns.
She has experience addressing avoidant and dependent personality patterns, control issues, family problems, guilt, shame, and feelings of emptiness or isolation. Hsu also notes experience with immigration-related stress and aging or geriatric issues.
Her practical orientation includes mindfulness exercises and behavioral strategies clients can use day to day. People who feel stuck after a life change can expect an organized approach that links thoughts, actions, and values. To begin, follow the site's steps to review online therapy options and schedule a first session.
How Chian Hsu uses online therapy and evidence-based approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small, meaningful actions even when strong feelings are present. It can help when someone feels stuck about what matters next. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, behaviors, and mood and teaches practical steps to test and change unhelpful thinking patterns. DBT skills provide concrete techniques for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving communication in stressful moments.Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Chian will work collaboratively to figure out which methods fit a person’s goals, needs, and preferences. That process can include trying different skills, tracking what helps, and adjusting the plan as needed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also makes it possible to connect with a licensed professional in Hawaii from a different location, and to practice skills in the settings where daily life happens.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Hawaii
Languages
English, Mandarin
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, relationship concerns, and coping with life changes. She also lists life purpose, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and end-of-life issues among her focus areas.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style blends client-centered listening with practical, evidence-based methods such as CBT, ACT, DBT skills, mindfulness, and hypnotherapy. Sessions emphasize skills practice and problem solving.
What is her background and experience?
She holds an LCSW and has five years of clinical experience. Her training also includes a Master of Social Work and experience addressing work and life transition stress.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She is based in Hawaii and holds the credential LCSW in Hawaii as listed.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Mandarin.
Can international clients work with her?
She accepts international clients according to the profile details provided.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; therapy uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing is linked to location and the subscription plan.
How do I begin a first session?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site workflow.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.