Wei-Yuan (Cheryl) Chen, LMHC, LPC, NY

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, 2025

“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 ago

About Wei-Yuan (Cheryl) Chen

Focus areas

Anxiety

Perinatal Mental Health

Bipolar Disorder

Shopping Addiction

Depression

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Psychodynamic

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Positive Psychology

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Asian

Languages spoken

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Getting to know Wei-Yuan (Cheryl) Chen

Ms. Wei-Yuan Chen is a licensed psychotherapist who offers virtual sessions in NY and NJ. She can speak English, Chinese (Mandarin), and Taiwanese. She helps adults and teens with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, postpartum challenges, and sleep problems. Please note that she does not provide or manage medication. In addition to regular talk therapy, Ms. Chen provides CBT-I for insomnia. This is a structured, short-term behavioral program designed to improve sleep. She accepts several commercial insurance plans (PPO and EPO only). Ms. Chen earned her master's degree in mental health counseling from Columbia University. She has over 10 years of experience and was trained at John Jay College in New York and private practice settings. Since then, Ms. Chen has been committed to making high-quality mental health services widely accessible.

What should a new client know about working with you?

You don't need to have everything figured out before we start. If you’ve been holding a lot in or feeling overwhelmed by a major life change, you don’t have to do it alone. Therapy with me is a steady, respectful, and human space. I will meet you with warmth and curiosity, but also with honesty. Together, we will get clear on what matters most to you and use that to build doable steps forward so you can feel more grounded and like yourself again.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

The first session is a low-pressure start where you can just share what’s been going on and what you want to be different. I’ll do a thoughtful check-in on your current mental health—including mood, stress, and sleep—so we can begin identifying patterns. In our ongoing work, we will draw from ACT and CBT to outline realistic goals that fit your actual life. For those specifically struggling with sleep, I offer CBT-I (the gold-standard treatment for insomnia). I am currently completing advanced training toward board certification in behavioral sleep medicine to provide this specific support.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $150 for 50 minutes

Ongoing session: $150 for 50 minutes

More information on payments and coverage

In-Network: Several commercial insurance plans are accepted. Headway will verify your benefits before our first session so you know your exact costs upfront. Important Insurance Note: My billing system cannot process self-funded union or labor plans, even if they feature a major insurance logo on the card. To avoid unexpected out-of-network costs, please confirm your plan is standard commercial before booking! Out-of-Network: If your plan isn't accepted, you will pay at the time of our session. I can provide a monthly "superbill" receipt for you to submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement.

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Anxiety Disorder

Boundary Issues

Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety

Anxiety Disorder

Boundary Issues

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Wei-Yuan Chen

Education and training

Columbia University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

Professional memberships

Mental Health Association In New York State
New Jersey Association of Mental Health Agencies
Associated Professional Sleep Societies

Race and ethnicity organizations

Asian American Psychological Association

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.

July 1, 2025Daniella M.Verified patient

Cheryl seems very kind and understanding! First appointment so I’ll update if need be

August 2, 2023Bianca R.Verified patient

Good Listener! Kind ear, and very nice

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My son Christopher Rosario said great service.

January 29, 2025Karen R.Verified patient

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.

January 21, 2025Initials hidden

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.

More than 1 year agoNicole R.Verified patient

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!

February 28, 2024Initials hidden

Cheryl is so sweet and so nice. She’s very helpful and patient. Nonjudgmental and encouraging. She can also speak Chinese perfectly

November 7, 2023Siyu L.Verified patient

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.

August 16, 2023Initials hidden

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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What practice does Wei-Yuan (Cheryl) Chen work with?

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What are common reasons for patients to see Wei-Yuan (Cheryl) Chen?

Wei-Yuan (Cheryl) Chen frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Wei-Yuan (Cheryl) Chen on their profile.

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

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

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

40 patients have reviewed Wei-Yuan (Cheryl) 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.