Chian Hsu, LCSW
Holistic, culturally sensitive support for life transitions
- Stress and anxiety support
- Strength based therapy
- English and Mandarin care
About Chian Hsu
Chian Hsu is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps people navigate life challenges and move toward greater balance, confidence, and overall well-being. With five years of experience and advanced training that includes a Master of Social Work (MSW) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA), she is able to support emotional health while also addressing stress connected to work, career demands, and major life transitions.
Her work focuses on helping clients recognize and use their strengths to face difficulties, solve problems more effectively, and create a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling. She supports individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for change, and she collaborates with clients to build clarity and self-compassion along the way. Chian specializes in concerns such as stress and anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-esteem, relationship challenges, and coping with life changes, with additional focus areas that include aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, chronic pain, illness and disability, cancer-related concerns, hospice and end-of-life counseling, immigration issues, isolation and loneliness, and questions of life purpose.
Chian’s style is holistic, culturally sensitive, and solution focused, with an integrative and strength-based approach that considers the whole person and their circumstances. She draws from evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help shift unhelpful thought patterns, mindfulness practices to build self-awareness and reduce stress, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for emotional regulation and coping. She also practices trauma-informed care, offering supportive therapy that respects each client’s experiences and honors their pace. Chian provides therapy in English and Mandarin and enjoys working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Her work focuses on helping clients recognize and use their strengths to face difficulties, solve problems more effectively, and create a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling. She supports individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for change, and she collaborates with clients to build clarity and self-compassion along the way. Chian specializes in concerns such as stress and anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-esteem, relationship challenges, and coping with life changes, with additional focus areas that include aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, chronic pain, illness and disability, cancer-related concerns, hospice and end-of-life counseling, immigration issues, isolation and loneliness, and questions of life purpose.
Chian’s style is holistic, culturally sensitive, and solution focused, with an integrative and strength-based approach that considers the whole person and their circumstances. She draws from evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help shift unhelpful thought patterns, mindfulness practices to build self-awareness and reduce stress, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for emotional regulation and coping. She also practices trauma-informed care, offering supportive therapy that respects each client’s experiences and honors their pace. Chian provides therapy in English and Mandarin and enjoys working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Relationship issues
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityControl issuesDependent personalityEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Chian Hsu have?
Chian Hsu has 5 years of experience providing therapy and support.
Is Chian Hsu a licensed therapist?
Yes. Chian Hsu is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Her license is HI LCSW LCSW-5366.
In which languages does Chian Hsu provide therapy?
Chian Hsu provides therapy in English and Mandarin.
Where is Chian Hsu located?
Chian Hsu is located in Hawaii.
How can I work with Chian Hsu as my therapist?
You can work with Chian Hsu through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Chian Hsu work with international clients?
Yes. Chian Hsu works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Chian Hsu cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-Based Tools, Delivered Through Online Therapy
Chian Hsu integrates practical, research-informed approaches to help clients work through concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and major life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and experimenting with new ways of thinking and responding. It is often used to support mood, anxiety, and everyday coping skills. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds structured tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful when feelings feel intense or hard to manage. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes making room for difficult thoughts and emotions while reconnecting with personal values, helping clients take meaningful steps forward even when life feels uncertain.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Chian works collaboratively with clients to understand what they are facing, clarify goals, and choose strategies that fit their preferences, culture, and pace.
Online therapy makes it easier to access support in a way that fits real life. Sessions can take place through video calls or phone sessions, and clients can also use live chat or text-based messaging for added flexibility. This variety can be especially useful during busy weeks, travel, or times when in-person care is not practical.