she/her
Yani ChuLMFT
High satisfaction rate with clients
Nice to meet you
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when you're carrying long-held pain or stress. I provide a safe, supportive space where you feel seen and heard. I work with clients navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, and life transitions. Many come feeling stuck, anxious, or disconnected. I’m trained in EMDR and use mindfulness and body-based approaches to support relief and insight. You don’t need to have it all figured out—therapy is a process, and I’ll meet you at your pace to support meaningful change.
About Yani
Location
Virtual, California
Insurance Accepted
Health Net, Centivo, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Anthem / Out of State BlueCard, Blue Shield of California, Out-of-pocket
Communication Style
Affirming, Authentic, Calming, Challenging, Warm
Focus areas
Addiction (not substance use), ADHD, Anger Issues, Animal Loss, Anxiety, Burnout, Couples Therapy (2+ adults in session), Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Grief, Immigration, Individual Therapy, IPV/DV, Life Transitions, Phobias, Religious Trauma, Self-Harm, Sexual Assault/Sexual Abuse, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma, Women's Issues
Experienced with
Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, First responders, Immigrants, Latine Community, Neurodivergence, Students, Veterans
Years of Experience
2+
You don’t need to have it all figured out—therapy is a process, and I’ll meet you at your pace to support meaningful change.
License number
#LMFT145959
Approaches
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Harm Reduction
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Strengths-Based
Languages Spoken
English
Education
EMDR Trained, EMDR Consulting
Masters- Marriage and Family Therapy, Alliant International University
PsyD- Marital & Family Therapy, Alliant International University
Interests
Outside of work, I enjoy creative activities like knitting and building with Lego, which help me relax and express myself. I also love playing board games—they’re a fun way to connect with others and challenge my mind. Additionally, I find gardening very fulfilling; tending to plants allows me to unwind and appreciate nature. These hobbies bring balance and joy to my life beyond my professional work.
License details
Yani Chu,
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
#LMFT145959 (exp March 2028)