Yehchin (Esther) Wu, LPCA, ATR-BC, NY

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.00

Average wait time

3.67

Bedside manner

3.67

“She listened when no one else would and did not judge me at all which was a huge fear. I can honestly say she saved my life. ”

DMLess than 1 year ago

“Super understanding and accepting.... was able to text her in between appointments if needed for anything..... she was also very flexible jf you needed to move your appointments for any reason.... she's also an art therapist which helped immensely with my mental health treatment.... 100% recommended ”

Krystina N.July 17, 2025Video visit

About Yehchin (Esther) Wu

Focus areas

Couples Therapy

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Work-Related Counseling

Relationship Counseling

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Families

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Culturally Sensitive

Existential

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Getting to know Yehchin (Esther) Wu

Yeh-Chin (Esther) Wu is a bilingual (Mandarin/Chinese,English) Psychotherapist a who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her clinical focus is on strengthening family relationships, supporting children’s emotional development, and guiding clients through life transitions and personal growth. Esther has extensive experience in domestic violence services, school-based programs, and private practice, with a strong specialization in family therapy. She is particularly passionate about trauma recovery, parent–child relationships, couple dynamics, attachment, and family integration. She also has experience facilitating therapeutic work with men and fathers.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Her practice is culturally responsive, and she works closely with immigrant and multicultural communities. She is especially attuned to the unique experiences of cross-cultural parenting, intergenerational relationships, and cultural adjustment. Drawing on her background in creative arts therapy, Esther has extensive experience working with children and is highly skilled at engaging them through play, art-making, and developmentally appropriate, creative interventions. This approach helps children feel safe, express emotions, and experience therapy as a natural and supportive process.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

My approach is holistic, strength-based, and collaborative, integrating practical strategies with deeper self-exploration to create lasting change. I believe in every person’s ability to transform their life and work with clients to develop skills that promote resilience and personal growth. At the same time, I am committed to exploring root issues to help clients resolve challenges at their core.

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Yehchin (Esther) Wu, LPCA, ATR-BC has +34 in-network plans.

Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $125 for 60 minutes

Ongoing session: $125-150 for 45 minutes

Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay

Popular visit reasons

Adjustment Disorder

Anxiety

Couples Therapy

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Therapy

Adjustment Disorder

Anxiety

Couples Therapy

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

What Brings You In Today

Board certifications

Art Therapy Credentials Board

Education and training

LIU Post, Master's in Counseling and Art Therapy

Awards and publications

New York Art Therapy Association Advocacy Chair

NPI number

1427933399

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.00

Wait time

3.67

Bedside manner

3.67

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4 reviews

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She listened when no one else would and did not judge me at all which was a huge fear. I can honestly say she saved my life.

Less than 1 year agoDM

Super understanding and accepting.... was able to text her in between appointments if needed for anything..... she was also very flexible jf you needed to move your appointments for any reason.... she's also an art therapist which helped immensely with my mental health treatment.... 100% recommended

July 17, 2025Krystina N.Verified patientVideo visit

She called me to verify I had an appointment but called me by the wrong name. She advised she'd send a link to join the visit and never sent it. I called her three times but only the got voicemail each time.

May 16, 2025Angelo K.Verified patientVideo visit

Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit

Frequently asked questions

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Is Yehchin (Esther) Wu accepting new patients?

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What practice does Yehchin (Esther) Wu work with?

Yehchin (Esther) Wu works with What Brings You In Today.

Which board certifications does Yehchin (Esther) Wu have?

Yehchin (Esther) Wu is certified by Art Therapy Credentials Board.

What are common reasons for patients to see Yehchin (Esther) Wu?

Yehchin (Esther) Wu frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Couples Therapy, Depression, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Yehchin (Esther) Wu on their profile.

What languages does Yehchin (Esther) Wu speak?

Yehchin (Esther) Wu speaks English and Chinese (Mandarin).

How do patients rate Yehchin (Esther) Wu in reviews?

4 patients have reviewed Yehchin (Esther) Wu. The overall rating for this doctor is 4/5. They have a 3.67/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.67/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.