Qing (Christina) Chen, AASW
AASW therapist supporting relationships and mood
- Relationship and self-esteem
- English and Mandarin
- Accepting new clients
About Qing (Christina) Chen
Qing (Christina) Chen is an Australian-credentialed therapist with 10 years of professional experience in mental health. She holds the AASW credential - the Australian Association of Social Workers - which reflects her professional standing in Australia, and she supports people facing relationship challenges, sleep disturbances, low motivation, self-esteem concerns, and career-related stress. Her clinical practice also focuses on anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, anger management, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Since November 2025, she has led a global group program specifically for individuals recovering from psychological trauma after car accidents. In that role she helps participants understand how PTSD can develop and affect brain functioning, reframe anxious thoughts, manage intense emotions, and rebuild a renewed sense of purpose. Her group work incorporates therapeutic techniques and guided relaxation exercises designed to restore confidence, practical life skills, and everyday coping strategies.
Fluent in both Mandarin and English, Qing offers culturally responsive counselling for clients from Chinese backgrounds and others who prefer bilingual support. She works from a strengths-based, client-centered perspective, believing that each person is the expert in their own story and already has resources to draw on. Taking the first step toward therapy is recognized as an act of courage, and she aims to support people through that beginning with empathy and practical guidance.
Since November 2025, she has led a global group program specifically for individuals recovering from psychological trauma after car accidents. In that role she helps participants understand how PTSD can develop and affect brain functioning, reframe anxious thoughts, manage intense emotions, and rebuild a renewed sense of purpose. Her group work incorporates therapeutic techniques and guided relaxation exercises designed to restore confidence, practical life skills, and everyday coping strategies.
Fluent in both Mandarin and English, Qing offers culturally responsive counselling for clients from Chinese backgrounds and others who prefer bilingual support. She works from a strengths-based, client-centered perspective, believing that each person is the expert in their own story and already has resources to draw on. Taking the first step toward therapy is recognized as an act of courage, and she aims to support people through that beginning with empathy and practical guidance.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Qing (Christina) Chen have?
Qing (Christina) Chen has 10 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Qing (Christina) Chen a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the AASW credential. AASW refers to the Australian Association of Social Workers.
In which languages does Qing (Christina) Chen provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Mandarin.
Where is Qing (Christina) Chen located?
She is located in Australia.
How can I work with Qing (Christina) Chen as my therapist?
You can work with Qing (Christina) Chen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Qing (Christina) Chen work with international clients?
Qing (Christina) Chen does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Qing (Christina) Chen 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Qing (Christina) Chen commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Client-Centered Therapy to guide her online work. ACT emphasizes accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and committed action - it can help when people feel stuck or overwhelmed by anxiety, avoidance, or low motivation. CBT focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce mood symptoms and improve coping, which is often useful for depression, anxiety, and sleep problems. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, creating space for clients to explore their experience and build self-trust and insight.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Qing works collaboratively with each person to identify methods that align with their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so therapy remains relevant and practical for daily life.
Online therapy with Qing is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or work, fit sessions around busy commitments, and maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are difficult.
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