Qing (Christina) ChenAASW

Qing (Christina) Chen is an AASW social worker who focuses on practical, emotionally aware therapy. She helps people facing relationship strain, sleep problems, low self-esteem, career stress and depression. Qing speaks English and Mandarin and tailors her work to different cultural backgrounds. Her approach is grounded in collaborative conversations. She uses techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside mindfulness and client-centred methods. This mix helps people notice unhelpful patterns, make values-based choices and strengthen emotional connections. Qing draws on ten years of experience in mental health settings. She has worked with people dealing with anxiety, mood disorders, anger, emotional regulation and post-traumatic stress. Her practice also addresses attachment issues, body image, chronic pain and illness, communication problems and isolation. She has led group work for people recovering from trauma after car accidents, focusing on understanding PTSD, reframing anxious thoughts, managing strong emotions and rebuilding purpose. Qing uses guided relaxation and practical skills to support confidence and daily functioning. Clients can expect a calm, respectful space where their perspective matters. Qing emphasises small, actionable steps alongside longer-term goals. She encourages people to notice strengths they already have and to use those strengths to navigate changes.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice what matters to them and take small, values-based actions even when thoughts or feelings are difficult. It is useful for depression, anxiety and motivation issues. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing more helpful ways of behaving to reduce symptoms like low mood and poor sleep. Emotionally-Focused Therapy concentrates on emotions in close relationships and can help clarify connection and communication patterns.

Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. Qing will talk through your needs, goals and preferences and suggest what methods might suit you. Together you can try different strategies and adjust the plan as you learn what works in day-to-day life.

The practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy week. If you are unsure which session formats are offered, please confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it simpler to access support from home, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when a full session isn't possible, helping therapy fit around work, childcare and other commitments.