Xian Lin Xie, LMSW, NY | Psychotherapist

About Xian Lin Xie

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Groups

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Compassion Focused

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Straight

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Xian Lin Xie

What is your dream self like — the version of you who feels at ease, grounded, and alive? Maybe you can almost picture it: breathing more freely, living with a little more softness, moving through life with steadier steps. That version of you already exists — sometimes hidden under layers of responsibility, exhaustion, or stories you’ve carried for too long. My work is to help you reconnect with that self.

What should a new client know about working with you?

In the cold autumn days when life feels frozen, let’s sit together and thaw what’s been stuck — gently, with warmth and curiosity. Therapy isn’t about fixing; it’s about slowing down enough to listen to the parts of you that have been waiting to be heard. With me, there’s space to laugh, to be serious, to sit in silence, and to explore what healing could mean for you.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

For my multicultural clients, I often weave together both Chinese and English in our sessions, or your preferred language with English — half and half, like the in-between spaces many of us live in. The words that feel most natural to you matter. Sometimes one language can express what the other can’t, and that’s okay. I want you to feel at home in our conversations — linguistically, emotionally, and culturally. My approach blends warmth and reflection. Some days we might process deep feelings or untangle painful memories; other days, we might talk about small moments of joy, or how you’re learning to care for yourself again. I see therapy as a shared creative space — one where laughter and tears can coexist, and where you don’t have to choose between being strong and being human. Together, we’ll explore, heal, and imagine your way forward — one honest conversation at a time. Whether you’re navigating identity, relationships, burnout, or just the quiet ache of wanting more ease, I’ll meet you where you are, in all your layers.

In-network insurances

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Xian Lin Xie

Education and training

Columbia School of Social Work, Master's in Clinical Social Work

NPI number

1689564395

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Xian Lin Xie?

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Is Xian Lin Xie accepting new patients?

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What practice does Xian Lin Xie work with?

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What are common reasons for patients to see Xian Lin Xie?

Xian Lin Xie frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Xian Lin Xie on their profile.