Yang Jiang

(she/her)

LMFT, 15 years of experience
Direct
Authentic
Empowering
VirtualAvailable

I specialize in helping clients break out of codependency and being stuck in repetitive cycles of behavior by addressing self-sabotage, low self-esteem, and developing self-sufficiency. I focus on helping you understand and manage your physical responses to the world, which leads to managing overstimulation and emotions. You'll develop a sense of control and understanding of your experiences, finding freedom from impulsivity and overwhelm so you can feel calmer and make more intentional, healthy choices. I work with individual adults (18+) only. I do not see couples, minors, or families. Specialties: -Individuation & identity development -Codependency & relationship patterns -Life transitions & life stage challenges -Boundaries, self-worth & people-pleasing -Self-discovery & personal growth -Anxiety related to change & uncertainty

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

You'll discuss your current symptoms in-depth and explore what possibilities might exist for therapy outcomes. We'll also discuss how my approach can work for you, including exploration of trauma and past patterns as we begin to formulate an idea of what the deeper problem is.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I provide a presence that is direct, grounded, and strategically insightful. I don't believe in circling the same ground indefinitely. Our work will be honest, purposeful, and rooted in what matters most to you. I am committed to helping you navigate the complexity of your evolution with both empathy and a focus on long-term resolution.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work with individual adults (18+) looking to create change in their lives. You're interested in being responsible for your choices, seeking validation in your pain while breaking out of repetitive cycles to find freedom in a new life. I have a strong background with depression, anxiety, and clients with immigrant parents, particularly those of AAPI descent. I do not see couples, minors, or families.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety

Trauma and PTSD

Other specialties

Depression

I identify as

Serves ages

Licensed in

California

Accepts

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Acceptance and commitment (ACT)

I focus on clarifying your core values to help you build committed action and self-discipline. We don't rely on forced willpower; instead, by anchoring our work in your genuine values, I help you grow a discipline that is both authentic and sustainable.

Trauma-Focused CBT

With over 15 years of experience across research, clinical practice, and personal history, I am able to identify the deep roots of complex trauma within fragmented experiences. This perspective allows me to offer an integrated roadmap, addressing multiple layers of your history simultaneously for a more direct and efficient path to resolution.

Polyvagal Therapy

I prioritize the somatic experience, specializing in resolving the disembodiment and dissociation that often accompany long-term survival. By utilizing Polyvagal Theory, I help you move out of chronic 'fight, flight, or freeze' and into a state of safety. I am deeply invested in helping you build the capacity to feel secure in your body through skilled, active nervous system regulation.

Attachment-based

I integrate attachment theory to help you decode the relational blueprints you inherited. By understanding your early patterns of connection, we can resolve the 'anxious' or 'avoidant' scripts that currently hinder your ability to trust yourself and others.

Psychodynamic

Our work goes beneath the surface to examine the unconscious conflicts that shape your identity. This psychodynamic depth allows us to address the 'why' behind your behaviors, ensuring your change is rooted in true self-knowledge rather than just a temporary habit change.

, 161 ratings

7 ratings with written reviews

May 23, 2025

So far so good. She's very insightful. I feel heard, and she seems very intelligent, thorough and direct. I'm looking forward to this journey with her.

Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 1 with Yang

May 15, 2025

Yang was easy to talk to and nonjudgmental. I just had one session so far but so far so good.

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 1 with Yang

May 1, 2025

I’m deeply grateful for the care and support I received from my therapist jiang . What stood out most was their direct and authentic approach. They didn’t sugarcoat things, but instead helped me face difficult truths with empathy and clarity. That honesty, paired with consistent support, helped me grow, heal, and understand myself in ways I hadn't before. I always felt heard, never judged, and truly supported. I can't thank them enough for guiding me through that journey.

Verified client, age 18-24
Review shared after session 4 with Yang