What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.88
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
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“She is a great listener. Her calm, warm, and relaxing demeanor helps create a comfortable environment to open up and talk ”
Anthony P.April 21, 2026
“Haoyue was very pleasant to speak to. She was very attentive and asked great questions. It was a very good first appointment and hopefully a great first step in my journey.”
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About Haoyue Yu
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Therapy
Burnout
Family Issues
Therapy for Communication Issues
Confidence Issues
Relationship Struggles
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Person-Centered
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Attachment-based
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Culturally Sensitive
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
Chinese (Mandarin), English
Getting to know Haoyue Yu
Haoyue Yu is a bilingual mental health counselor who provides therapy in English and Mandarin Chinese. She works with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, burnout, life transitions, identity exploration, and cross-cultural adjustment. Haoyue’s style is warm, validating, supportive, and deeply exploratory. She helps clients slow down, feel understood, and better understand their emotions, patterns, protective responses, and inner experiences so that meaningful change can begin from a place of awareness and self-compassion.
Haoyue draws from psychodynamic therapy, IFS-informed care, feminist therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, CBT, ACT, and trauma-informed care. Her work is especially attuned to how past experiences, family dynamics, relationships, identity, culture, gender, and social context shape the way clients relate to themselves and others. She supports clients in building emotional clarity, self-awareness, self-compassion, and a stronger sense of choice.
Haoyue believes therapy can be a space to slow down, feel deeply understood, and begin naming what has felt confusing or difficult to carry alone. She also values the mind-body connection, helping clients notice how emotions and stress may show up through physical sensations, patterns, and protective responses. Through curiosity and compassion, she helps clients reconnect with themselves and move toward meaningful change.
What should a new client know about working with you?
strive to create a therapy space where you can slow down, feel genuinely heard, and explore what's been difficult to carry on your own. My style is warm, collaborative, and deeply curious. Rather than rushing to solve problems, we'll work together to understand your emotions, patterns, and protective responses with compassion, helping you build greater self-awareness and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, burnout, life transitions, identity exploration, and cross-cultural experiences. I provide therapy in both English and Mandarin Chinese and tailor our work to your unique experiences, values, and goals.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Therapy is a collaborative process, and we'll move at a pace that feels right for you. In our first few sessions, we'll get to know each other, explore what brings you to therapy, and develop a shared understanding of your goals, strengths, and the challenges you're facing. From there, we'll work together to better understand your emotions, patterns, relationships, and the experiences that have shaped you.
Depending on your needs, our work may include exploring past experiences, noticing how emotions and stress show up in the body, developing practical coping strategies, and strengthening self-awareness and self-compassion. I draw from psychodynamic therapy, IFS-informed care, CBT, ACT, mindfulness, feminist therapy, and trauma-informed approaches, tailoring therapy to fit your unique needs rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach.
Throughout the process, I aim to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel safe to be yourself, ask difficult questions, and work toward changes that feel meaningful and sustainable.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- New York University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1679303077
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.88
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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She is a great listener. Her calm, warm, and relaxing demeanor helps create a comfortable environment to open up and talk
April 21, 2026Anthony P.Verified patient
The provider was gentle and was able to provide a wholesome space for vulnerability.
September 6, 2024Carolyn V.Verified patient
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June 10, 2025Alesa S.Verified patient
Haoyue was very pleasant to speak to. She was very attentive and asked great questions. It was a very good first appointment and hopefully a great first step in my journey.
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Haoyue was a great listener and very kind. She asked questions gently and listened with only curiosity. Really enjoy working with her especially as a provider who speaks mandarin and english. Was great to finally find a therapist who could relate on a cultural level. I highly recommend working Haoyue
March 7, 2025Rebecca J.Verified patient
Haoyue is a very affirming and supportive therapist who is good at being inquisitive and helping me realize things that I had never thought about before!
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Haoyue is a kind and calming therapist. She is dedicated and compassionate to clients and her work as a therapist. It is great working with her.
More than 1 year agoTP
Sessions with Haoyue are always calm and reassuring. She has a soothing presence that makes it easy to open up and discuss even the most difficult topics. I’ve made significant progress since working with her and I trust the progress. She is amazing!
More than 1 year agoYM
Haoyue creates a supportive and non-judgmental environment where I feel comfortable being myself. Her non-directive approach allows me to explore my thoughts and feelings in my own time, which has been incredibly healing
More than 1 year agoSZ
Haotyue provides a safe space where I can grow and explore my emotions without fear of judgment. Her empathy and skillful guidance have been instrumental in my personal development. I’m so grateful for her support.
More than 1 year agoCH
Haoyue is both highly skilled and compassionate. She has helped me navigate some complex emotions and given me the tools I need to manage my mental health better. I would recommend her to anyone.
More than 1 year agoEJ
I’ve never felt more encouraged and empowered in my life. Haoyue helps me find the strength within myself to tackle life’s challenges. Her belief in me has made all the difference.
More than 1 year agoAW
What I appreciate most about Haoyue is her ability to personalize her care to my specific needs. She doesn’t offer one-size-fits-all advice but really listens to what I’m going through and helps me something that work for me.
More than 1 year agoAS
Haoyue is deeply caring and goes above and beyond to ensure that I feel supported. Her dedication to her clients is evident in every session, and I’m so thankful for the progress I’ve made with her help.
More than 1 year agoEF
Finding a counselor who speaks Mandarin and understands the challenges of adjusting to a new culture was a priority for me. Haoyue has exceeded my expectations. Her ability to conduct sessions in Mandarin has made it much easier for me to open up and work through my issues. She’s compassionate, insightful, and truly understands the unique experiences of international students like me.
More than 1 year agoYQ
As an international student from China, finding a counselor who could understand my cultural background and speak Mandarin was incredibly important to me. Haoyue has been a perfect match. Being able to do therapy in Mandarin has made it so much easier for me to express my feelings and work through my challenges. Her cultural sensitivity has made a huge difference in my experience, helping me feel truly understood and supported during my time in the U.S.
More than 1 year agoYW
My experience with Haoyue has been entirely positive. She’s incredibly skilled at helping me untangle my thoughts and find clarity. Her calm demeanor makes every session feel like a safe space to explore my feelings.
More than 1 year agoLT
Working with Haoyue has been life-changing. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space where I feel comfortable sharing my deepest concerns. She has helped me navigate through some very difficult times. I’m so grateful to have found her.
More than 1 year agoJX
Haoyue is a wonderful listener. She doesn’t just hear me; she truly understands and provides thoughtful feedback. Her approach is gentle yet effective, and I always feel lighter after our sessions. I couldn’t ask for a better counselor.
More than 1 year agoDG
I’ve never felt so understood and supported. Haoyue is incredibly empathetic and patient. She helps me process my thoughts and emotions in a way that feels manageable. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for compassionate care.
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What are common reasons for patients to see Haoyue Yu?
Haoyue Yu frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Haoyue Yu on their profile.
What languages does Haoyue Yu speak?
Haoyue Yu speaks English and Chinese (Mandarin).
How do patients rate Haoyue Yu in reviews?
41 patients have reviewed Haoyue Yu. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.88/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.