Shao-Jung Ko, CA | Psychologist

About Shao-Jung Ko

Focus areas

Anxiety

Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Stress Management

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Work-Related Counseling

Depression

Life Transition

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Multicultural

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Strength-Based

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Integrative

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Asian

Languages spoken

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Getting to know Shao-Jung Ko

I’m Dr. Stella Ko, a licensed psychologist in California specializing in cross-cultural adjustment, identity development, LGBTQ+ concerns, stress management, and relationship concerns. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping clients understand themselves with compassion and clarity. As a bilingual psychologist fluent in Mandarin and English, I bring deep awareness to the experiences of immigrants, Asian and Asian American clients, first-generation professionals, and anyone navigating multiple cultural identities. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, from a multicultural, strengths-based lens. My style balances gentle exploration with practical skills, helping clients recognize patterns that no longer serve them while building emotional resilience and self-trust. Clients often come to me when they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or caught between competing expectations from family, culture, and personal values. In therapy, we’ll explore the layers beneath stress or self-doubt, connect with what truly matters to you, and make room for healing and growth. I aim to create a safe space where you feel understood, supported, and empowered to move toward the life you want to build. If you are ready for meaningful, reflective, and trauma-informed work, I’m here to walk alongside you.

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More information on payments and coverage

Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.

Popular visit reasons

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Racism Issues

Sleep Problems

Therapy

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

Grow Therapy

NPI number

1134861172

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Shao-Jung Ko?

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Is Shao-Jung Ko accepting new patients?

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What practice does Shao-Jung Ko work with?

Shao-Jung Ko works with Grow Therapy.

What are common reasons for patients to see Shao-Jung Ko?

Shao-Jung Ko frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Shao-Jung Ko on their profile.