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Silvia Liu, Psy.D.

Silvia Liu, Psy.D.

BIPOC Identifying

Clinical Psychologist, California

Gender Identity: female

Short Biography

I'm a neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapist specializing in individual and relationship therapy. My mission is to help people live more fulfilling lives. I'm also an autistic/ADHD psychologist working with neurodivergent folks across the lifespan to provide affirming support and gentle healing. I work as a generalist in psychology because I believe that humans are complex, each and every one of us.

Therapy Philosophy

I think that marginalization and trauma is a shared experience that many of us have but don't talk about enough. I hope that we do eventually talk about it, with a sharp focus on healing and transformation. I believe in giving respect to fellow humans, and at the same time, holding the heavy responsibility of keeping each other accountable. Humans are meaning-making creatures, and our job is to honor that existence fully. I don't try to engage you in changing your natural processes, such as the brain or the neurotype you were born with. My practical nature makes it unsavory to spend time on doing what does not work. And I believe that all healing requires creativity and courage. I think that we hold hope for each other and find it easier to grow when someone sees us and our struggle fully. I believe in relating to you as a human first, then bringing in tools to help support and structure your life in a way that feels good and important to you. My goal is to always tailor these tools to your needs, which requires much calibration and collaboration with you. I act as your accountability partner at times, and acknowledge that which cannot be changed at other times. I incorporate historical narratives to better contextualize what is present now. And sometimes, I simply accompany you as you tackle what is difficult and challenging to do. I aim to be neurodivergent-affirming, anti-ableist, trans-affirming, sex-positive, anti-racist, justice-oriented, and culturally humble. As a Chinese (South East Asian) immigrant, I love supporting Asians!

Special Training & Certifications

I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 10 years of experience providing psychotherapy and assessments. I am a humanistic CBT therapist with certifications in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and brainspotting.

Clinical Focus / Specialties

Generalized anxiety Trauma Neurodivergent Challenges Anxiety Social anxiety Panic attacks Phobias Health anxiety Obsessive thoughts Compulsive behaviors (OCD) Depression Persistent sadness or low motivation Mood swings Bipolar disorder Seasonal depression Post-traumatic stress (PTSD) Complex trauma (C-PTSD) Childhood abuse or neglect Domestic or intimate partner violence Relationship conflict Communication difficulties Premarital counseling Family conflict Parenting stress Co-parenting challenges Low self-esteem Self-criticism Perfectionism People-pleasing Assertiveness difficulties Identity exploration Stress & Life Adjustment Chronic stress Burnout Work-related stress Academic stress Major life transitions Relocation or adjustment difficulties Grief & Loss Death of a loved one Pregnancy or infant loss Relationship loss Complicated grief Substance Use & Addictive Behaviors Recovery and relapse prevention Disordered eating Emotional eating Body image distress Behavioral & Emotional Regulation Anger management Impulsivity Self-harming behaviors Suicidal thoughts (non-emergency support) Difficulty regulating emotions Sleep & Health-Related Concerns Insomnia Sleep disturbances Chronic illness adjustment Health-related stress ADHD Executive functioning difficulties Autism-related challenges Sexuality & Gender-Related Concerns Sexual identity exploration Gender identity exploration Coming out support Feeling stuck Emotional numbness Loss of meaning or direction Personal growth “Not feeling like myself”

Therapist Methodology

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Exposure-Based Therapy Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Solution-Focused Therapy Attachment-Based Therapy Relational Therapy Mentalization-Based Therapy Person-Centered Therapy Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Somatic Experiencing Internal Family Systems (IFS) Brainspotting Mindfulness-Based Therapy Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Imago Relationship Therapy Narrative Therapy Strengths-Based Therapy Play Therapy Humanistic Motivational Interviewing

Core Values

Social Justice & Equity Values
Anti-racist Liberation-oriented Feminist-informed Queer- and trans-affirming Body liberation / fat-positive Disability justice-informed Racial equity-focused Culturally responsive Class-conscious / economic justice Environmental justice / eco-aware Immigrant and refugee-affirming Activist-affirming / advocacy-supportive Anti-oppressive practice Community care-oriented Intersectional awareness Abolitionist mental health lens Decolonial / decolonizing approach Healing justice framework Accessibility-centered
Identity, Community & Belonging Values
LGBTQIA+ affirming Gender-expansive aware BIPOC-affirming Neurodiversity-affirming Fat liberation-oriented Faith-affirming / spiritually inclusive Secular-affirming Interfaith respectful Family-diverse (poly / ENM / chosen family-affirming) Centering marginalized voices Multicultural sensitivity Community resilience-focused Cultural identity exploration Affirming mixed-race / multiracial experiences Affirming intersectional identities
Relational & Healing Philosophy Values
Trauma-informed Strengths-based Client-centered Collaborative Compassion-focused Empowerment-based Nonjudgmental Authentic and transparent Boundaried compassion Humor and humanity Radical acceptance Centering safety and trust Relational and attachment-oriented Emotions as information Empowerment through connection Dignity and respect Transparency and repair Acceptance and commitment Co-created healing relationship
Mind & Body Spirit & Holistic Healing Values
Somatic / body-based awareness Mindfulness-oriented Holistic / integrative healing Nature-connected / eco-therapy aligned Creative expression in therapy Movement or art-informed Rest as resistance Pleasure and joy as healing Grief as transformation Spiritual but not religious Connection between personal and systemic healing Soul-centered / transpersonal lens Embodied empowerment Grounded presence Self-compassion and stillness
Practice Ethics & Professional Integrity Values
Equity over perfection Accountability and integrity Client autonomy Cultural humility over competence Informed consent emphasis Transparency in process Professional collaboration Centering client dignity Ongoing education commitment Non-hierarchical relationship Anti-carceral and anti-pathologizing lens Restorative justice-informed Accessibility as ethical practice Therapist as co-learner

Clinic / Practice Environment

Clinic Environment

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Practice Information

  • Experience: 25 years
  • Availability: Online Sessions Only
  • Languages: English, Mandarin
  • Session Cost: $250+
  • Accepts Insurance: Yes
    Medicare Aetna Anthem Blue Cross California Cigna United Healthcare Oxford Blue Shield of California Blue Cross Blue Shield Optum Kaiser Permanente Modern Health
  • Populations Served: 18+,Parents,Young Adults,BIPOC clients,LGBTQIA+ clients,Couples,Families,Immigrant and First Generation , California

Credentials

  • License:
    License verification pending or self-certified

Office & Contact Info

  • Phone:
    3232070527
  • Email:
  • Physical Location(s):
    📍 , California
    United States