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Qiuyan Yan, ACA

Practical, strengths-based support for anxiety and stress

3 years in practice · based in Australia · sessions in English, Mandarin · online sessions

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About Qiuyan

Qiuyan Yan is an ACA counsellor with three years of professional experience in Australia. She works with people who are coping with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and low self-esteem. Qiuyan also supports those facing career uncertainty and life transitions.

She believes people already hold strengths that help them move forward. Sessions focus on building practical tools and clearer thinking. Qiuyan encourages small, manageable steps so progress feels achievable rather than overwhelming.

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Background and approach

Her style is warm and straightforward. She listens closely, asks useful questions and helps people name what matters to them. Conversations cover feelings, daily patterns and choices that get in the way of change.

Qiuyan draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to create a plan that fits each person. She tailors approaches to the problem at hand and to personal preferences. Together with clients she sets short-term goals and checks how things are going.

She offers sessions in English and Mandarin using video calls, phone, live chat or text messaging. The service uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, people use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

Approaches that guide online care and practical support

Qiuyan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and regain confidence. One common approach she uses focuses on practical skills and behavioural changes to reduce anxiety and stress; it helps with everyday reactions and routines that maintain worry. Another approach emphasises identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life experiments to shift perspective and build confidence in facing difficult situations.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Qiuyan will discuss options with each person and choose methods that match their goals, values and comfort level. She involves clients in planning sessions and reviews progress so the approach can be adjusted as needs change.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different circumstances. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and non-verbal cues, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed, and messaging or live chat supports brief updates or flexible check-ins throughout the week. These options are intended to make therapy fit around work, study and family commitments.
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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Qiuyan address?
Qiuyan helps with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, self-esteem and career issues, along with related topics such as control issues, separation, life purpose and workplace problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic approach?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical tools, clear thinking and small steps that make change feel manageable.
What is her background and experience?
Qiuyan has three years of professional experience working with people on emotional and practical challenges, including anxiety and career difficulties.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She is credentialed with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and practices in Australia.
Which languages are supported during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Mandarin.
What session formats are available?
Qiuyan provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on her availability.

What this therapist works with

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Experience
3 years
Licensed
Languages
English, Mandarin

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