Xiaoying 'Sharon' Qi

Xiaoying 'Sharon' Qi is a California-licensed counselor (LPCC) with seven years of professional experience. She helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, or career struggles. She also supports those dealing with parenting challenges, motivation issues, and confidence building.

Sharon uses straightforward conversation and a tailored plan for each person. She listens with respect and compassion and adjusts the work to fit what you need. Her style is practical and people-focused, aiming to make changes that matter in daily life.

Her background includes several evidence-based therapies. She draws on cognitive behavioral approaches to spot unhelpful thinking, and mindfulness-influenced methods to build present-moment skills. She also uses client-centered techniques to center the conversation on each person's goals.

Sharon works with a range of concerns that include relationship stress, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, eating and sleeping problems, anger, and mood disorders such as depression and bipolar. She also addresses attachment and abandonment worries, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and issues around life purpose and isolation.

Sessions are offered in English and Mandarin. If you are ready to begin, sign up and complete the short matching questionnaire to schedule a time that fits your life. Sharon recognizes that taking the first step can be hard and aims to make it easier by meeting you where you are.

How therapy approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and motivation challenges by focusing on small steps toward what matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing thinking patterns and behaviors that keep problems going. It is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep or eating issues, and building practical coping skills.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with you about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together you will try approaches that fit your needs and make adjustments as the work moves forward.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm the available options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit appointments into work or family schedules, avoid travel time, and use shorter check-ins when needed. Online work can make it easier to maintain continuity while juggling daily responsibilities. Ask about language options and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire so sessions match your needs and routine.