(Cheryl) Wei-Yuan Chen, EdM, LMHC

(Cheryl) Wei-Yuan Chen, EdM, LMHC

Psychotherapist
NY
4.72
“It was my first visit. But Cheryl was very attentive and a great listener, reassuring me that it was safe to choose to discuss and express myself freely with her as she made it very comfortable to do so.”
Initials hiddenJanuary 21, 2025
Excellent wait time
93% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.72

Average wait time

4.75

Bedside manner

4.79
“It was my first visit. But Cheryl was very attentive and a great listener, reassuring me that it was safe to choose to discuss and express myself freely with her as she made it very comfortable to do so.”
Initials hiddenJanuary 21, 2025Video visit
“I appreciated the fact that Cheryl listened to me and asked what I wanted out of therapy. Excited to see what comes out of it.”
Nicole R.More than 1 year agoVideo visit

About (Cheryl) Wei-Yuan Chen

Focus areas

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Depression
Adjustment Disorder
Boundary Issues
Anxiety Disorder
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Emotionally Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Family / Marital
Culturally Sensitive
Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Getting to know (Cheryl) Wei-Yuan Chen

Cheryl is a trilingual (English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese) Limited License Mental Health Counselor supervised by Michelle Lev, LMHC. She holds an EdM in Mental Health Counseling from Columbia University and completed her internship at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York, where she worked with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. Cheryl has supported individuals facing a broad range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, racism, sexual violence, relationship issues, family matters, identity crises, women's issues, life transitions, and anger management. She is also a dedicated advocate for social justice and previously served as a sexual violence prevention educator at Columbia, promoting mental health awareness and fostering a supportive environment. Cheryl firmly believes that everyone deserves a safe space to be heard, explore their inherent potential, and make meaningful changes in their lives. To meet the diverse needs of her clients, Cheryl employs a holistic approach that incorporates evidence-based modalities such as CBT, ACT, psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed practices. With her warm, genuine, and straightforward style, Cheryl collaborates with clients to gain profound insights into their unique worldviews, develop practical skills, and break free from unhealthy patterns.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Please note that our specialty is talk therapy. We DO NOT provide medication management or prescription refills. We DO NOT specialize in treatment for substance or alcohol use. Clients must be present in the state of New York at the time of the appointment. Minimum client age: Please note that Cheryl works with clients age 16+

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Columbia University, EdM in Mental Health Counseling
  • City University of New York, John Jay College of Criminal Justice (Internship)

NPI number

1881373256

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.72
Wait time
4.75
Bedside manner
4.79
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Today was my first day and the session went well as i thought it would go.
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Cheryl seems very kind and understanding! First appointment so I’ll update if need be
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Good Listener! Kind ear, and very nice
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My son Christopher Rosario said great service.
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It was my first visit. But Cheryl was very attentive and a great listener, reassuring me that it was safe to choose to discuss and express myself freely with her as she made it very comfortable to do so.
Video visit
I appreciated the fact that Cheryl listened to me and asked what I wanted out of therapy. Excited to see what comes out of it.
Verified patientVideo visit
Cheryl is incredible. immediately she made me feel comfortable and has been a crucial part of my mental health journey. I would highly recommend her to anyone!
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Cheryl is so sweet and so nice. She’s very helpful and patient. Nonjudgmental and encouraging. She can also speak Chinese perfectly
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The appointment process was very quick and easy to follow. Ms. Chen was very nice and easy to talk to. She has a calm positive energy that made me feel better. I would definitely like to keep seeing her. I’m so glad I found a right place. Thank you so much.
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Cheryl was excellent. She took time to listen even though it was the first intake appointment. I cannot wait to continue to work with Cheryl.
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(Cheryl) Wei-Yuan Chen frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for (Cheryl) Wei-Yuan Chen on their profile.

What languages does (Cheryl) Wei-Yuan Chen speak?

(Cheryl) Wei-Yuan Chen speaks English, Chinese (Mandarin), and Taiwanese.

How do patients rate (Cheryl) Wei-Yuan Chen in reviews?

40 patients have reviewed (Cheryl) Wei-Yuan Chen. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.72/5. They have a 4.79/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.75/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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