About Keyan Shang
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
EMDR
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Keyan Shang
The provider is a "Associate Counselor" with license number 37AC00898500, practicing under the supervision of Clarice hassan.
I received my master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Pennsylvania and am a bilingual therapist (MHC-LP, LAC) practicing in both New York and New Jersey. I specialize in anxiety, eating disorders, and trauma, and I also work with depression, cross-cultural adjustment, relationship issues, and the LGBTQ+ community.
My therapeutic style has two main paths. One is more psychodynamic and attachment-based. We might start with something that happened in your life recently and explore it deeply, looking at the patterns, attachment themes, and ways of thinking that show up. Once we identify the thread, we follow it organically; I’ve found that this kind of “go with the flow” exploration often brings surprising clarity and insight for my clients.
At the same time, if you come in with a clear goal or a specific issue you want to work on, I’m very structured and intentional. For trauma work, I integrate EMDR. If you bring a concrete problem, we can brainstorm together and map out steps. And if you’re interested in shifting thinking patterns, I use CBT more actively. I don’t believe therapy has to be either rigid or one-size-fits-all. We can decide together what you need most at this stage of your life.
As someone familiar with the close-knit nature of Chinese international student and work communities in the U.S., I deeply understand the importance of confidentiality, emotional safety, and nonjudgmental support. I strictly follow HIPAA-compliant privacy standards, and I do not discuss clients on social media or in my personal life—your story stays with me.
I am trained in EMDR through Thriving’s EMDRIA-approved basic training, and my work integrates multiple evidence-based approaches, including CBT, DBT, EFT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My connection with psychology began in high school, when I first came to the U.S. alone. I took an introductory psychology course and was immediately drawn in. Despite my parents’ hopes that I would study business, I followed my own curiosity into counseling—a choice I’ve never regretted.
Early peer-support work showed me how many young people were silently struggling. Their pain didn’t fit into quick conversations; what they needed was a safe, nonjudgmental space to speak freely. Seeing how much empathy and understanding could shift someone’s inner world shaped the therapist I wanted to become.
Working with couples and families taught me how deeply early environments influence how we love and communicate. Children who grow up without emotional acknowledgment often become adults who people-please or avoid expressing needs. In relationships, avoidant–anxious cycles often reflect old wounds: the unseen child, the unheard emotions, the longing for connection.
With BIPOC clients, I learned that trauma is not always a single event—it can be dozens of accumulated wounds shaped by systemic pressures. Empathy alone isn’t enough; as “the body keeps the score,” the nervous system holds patterns long after the mind tries to move on. This led me to pursue EMDR to help clients process trauma safely and effectively.
My work with individuals facing eating disorders deepened this understanding. Their relationship with food often reflects low self-esteem, perfectionism, emotional masking, or a desire for control. Beneath bingeing, restriction, or purging lie complex layers of family dynamics, cultural expectations, and emotional pain. Helping clients rebuild self-trust and a healthier internal order has become profoundly meaningful.
Across these experiences, my understanding of therapy has grown step by step. I hope to continue evolving alongside the clients I work with—to explore, understand, and heal together.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
During our work together, I provide a warm, private, and safe space where your confidentiality is taken very seriously. Even if you were referred by a friend or colleague, your personal information will not be shared under any circumstance. I want to make sure therapy never interferes with your work, your relationships, or any other part of your life.
We will move at the pace that feels right for you. In our first session, we’ll explore your background, what you’re struggling with right now, and what you hope to gain from therapy so we can establish a clear direction together. I won’t pressure you to complete “homework” or do anything you’re not comfortable with, though if you find exercises helpful, I’m always happy to offer resources.
My intention is to support you in gently reconnecting with your emotions, your body, and your sense of self, while creating a space where you feel understood, grounded, and safe to explore.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Pennsylvania, MSEd in Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1992681399
How soon can I make an appointment with Keyan Shang?
Generally, Keyan Shang has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Keyan Shang's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Keyan Shang accepting new patients?
Keyan Shang generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Keyan Shang's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
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Can I make an appointment with Keyan Shang online?
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What practice does Keyan Shang work with?
Keyan Shang works with Phronetic Psychotherapy LCSW PC.
What are common reasons for patients to see Keyan Shang?
Keyan Shang frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Keyan Shang on their profile.
What languages does Keyan Shang speak?
Keyan Shang speaks English.