- Stress and anxiety
- LGBTQ related issues
- Relationship questions
About Yawen
Yawen Ning is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Michigan with seven years of professional experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, and issues tied to sexual and gender identity. Sessions are offered in English and Mandarin.
Yawen focuses on practical conversation and concrete goals. She listens for what a person already knows about their situation and helps clarify next steps. People often come for help with self-esteem, motivation, body image, and confusion about life purpose after a change in work, relationships, or immigration.
Her background includes support for LGBTQ concerns, gender dysphoria, and non-monogamous relationship questions. She also works with people navigating sexual trauma, sexual functioning, and patterns like sex addiction. Attachment issues and family of origin problems are common topics brought into sessions.
Yawen uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations and set manageable goals. She treats sessions as a collaboration where the client’s experience and knowledge shape the work. Progress is usually discussed in clear, measurable terms rather than abstract promises.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial meeting. The subscription-based session model can be canceled at any time, and fees vary with location. International clients are not accepted at this time.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions
Yawen uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to structure sessions in clear, practical ways. Cognitive approaches help people notice and change unhelpful thinking patterns that feed anxiety and low mood, which can support work on stress, self-esteem, and motivation. Trauma-informed strategies focus on stabilizing symptoms and building coping skills for people who have experienced abuse or assault, helping them manage triggers and reduce distress.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Yawen treats therapeutic methods as options to test together. She and the client review what helps, adjust methods as needed, and set goals based on the client's needs and preferences.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand, and reduce travel time. It can also let people connect from different locations within the therapist's service area. Practical considerations like quieter surroundings, camera use, and session length are discussed and agreed on during scheduling.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
New Jersey, Michigan
Languages
English, Mandarin
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
Yawen works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem issues. She also supports people with LGBT concerns, gender dysphoria, and life purpose questions.
How does she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
She uses evidence-based techniques and practical conversation to identify small, manageable steps. Sessions focus on clarifying goals and building on existing strengths.
What experience does she bring?
Yawen has seven years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including trauma, sexual assault, and body image. Her work includes supporting people with non-monogamous relationship questions and attachment issues.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds an LMSW in Michigan and an LCSW in New Jersey and practices in Michigan. These credentials are listed as LMSW and LCSW.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Mandarin.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How do sessions and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on the client’s location.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.