Psychotherapy and Mental Health Counseling in New York | Asian & Asian American Therapists in New York

Sia Li, LMHC

Senior Psychotherapist and Supervisor

We accept most major commercial insurance plans, including Aetna, Wellfleet, Cigna, United Healthcare, Oxford, Oscar Health, Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Carelon Behavioral Health, for residents of New York.

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Hi, This is Xiya :)

Choosing to begin a counseling journey takes great courage, and I’m honored to walk alongside you on this path.

My counseling style is rooted in a client-centered approach, integrating your personal goals, needs, and cultural background into a tailored plan. I draw from mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy(CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), family system theory, and other evidence-based modalities to support your self-understanding and exploration. I view counseling as a collaborative process—together, we will examine your thoughts and emotions, navigate life’s challenges, uncover your inner strengths, and work steadily toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

My areas of focus include, but are not limited to, depression, anxiety, relationship/attachment issues, family dynamics, self-esteem, life transitions, and cultural adaptation. I have experience working with diverse populations, including adults, seniors, families, and neurodiverse individuals, and provide psychological counseling and case management across various settings, such as community programs, schools, inpatient environments.


Psychotherapy with me is not only a space to address life challenges but also a place for self-awareness, exploration, creativity, and personal growth. Growth is not always linear—new insights may emerge gradually, and ups and downs are a natural part of the process, all intended to nourish you and help you become a more whole and authentic self.

Top Specialties

Depression

Anxiety

Rational Issues

Life Transitions

Self-Esteem

Expertise

Mood Disorders

Family Conflict

Parenting

Women’s Issues

Chronic Illness

Complex Trauma

Cultural Adaptation

Specialty Approaches

Person-Centered Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/ CBT
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy/ ACT

Trauma-Informed Care

Family Systems Approach 

Motivational Interviewing

Attachment-Based

Mindfulness-Based

I Work With

Individuals

Education

Columbia University, Master's in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness

Licensure

LMHC State of New York / 013706-01

Licensed Professional Counselor, State of New Jersey #37PC01191600

About Sia

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