About Toni Yu
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Toni Yu
Hi, I’m Toni. If you've ever felt caught in a cycle of overthinking, or like you know what you should do but feel entirely overwhelmed by how to start, you are not alone. I work with adults and teens who are navigating chronic anxiety, depression, complex relationships, cultural identity, and the weight of family expectations. Many of my clients come to me wanting to process difficult life experiences or find support in making a life transition. Others are looking to process trauma, loss, grief, or the exhaustion of perfectionism. Whatever your experience, I aim to provide a safe space to unpack painful feelings so you don't have to carry them alone.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Rather than treating what surfaces as a problem to eliminate, we'll often take time to explore what it might be pointing toward, whether unmet needs, unresolved experiences, or ways you've learned to adapt and survive. From there, we'll work on practical skills and tools to help you cope and grow. Using an integrative framework, I draw from approaches such as ACT, narrative therapy, DBT, and CBT, LGBTQ+ affirming care, in a collaborative, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed way to create a safe and affirming space where you can show up exactly as you are.
My therapeutic lens is deeply informed by my own lived experience. As a 1.5-generation Chinese American who moved frequently at a young age, I know what it feels like to straddle different worlds and search for a place that truly feels like home. This foundation has shaped my work with all clients, but especially with immigrants, children of immigrants, and Third Culture Kids. I understand the push and pull of acculturation, the negotiation of self-identity and family obligation, and the deep longing for belonging.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Sessions are typically 53 minutes. In the first few sessions, we’ll take time to get to know each other, understand what brings you to therapy, and identify what you hope to work toward. Together, we’ll develop a treatment plan that feels supportive, realistic, and aligned with your goals. From there, we’ll move into the deeper therapeutic work at a pace that feels right for you. My approach is primarily talk therapy, while also incorporating somatic work and mindfulness when helpful.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Columbia University, Master's in Social Work
- New York University (Counseling and Applied Psychology)
Awards and publications
- Yu, T., Yuen, C. and Yu, Z. (2025), Asian American Parenting and Youth Mental Health Outcomes: A Literature Review. Mental Health Science, 3: e101. https://doi.org/10.1002/mhs2.101
NPI number
1841126075
How soon can I make an appointment with Toni Yu?
Generally, Toni Yu has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Toni Yu's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Toni Yu accepting new patients?
Toni Yu generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Toni Yu's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Toni Yu accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Toni Yu online?
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What practice does Toni Yu work with?
Toni Yu works with The Therapy Collective.
What are common reasons for patients to see Toni Yu?
Toni Yu frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Toni Yu on their profile.
What languages does Toni Yu speak?
Toni Yu speaks English.