Wendy Hsu (徐儷慈), M.S., Doctoral Candidate
I am a trained mental health therapist currently pursuing a PhD in Counseling Psychology. I have received training at various interdisciplinary sites such as college counseling centers, private practice and psychological and forensic evaluation sites. I received my Master’s of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Georgia State University and my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Hong Kong. I have also studied in Boston, England and
Singapore.
Language: English and Mandarin Chinese
My Story
Born and raised in Taiwan and having lived in 3 continents, I identify as a third culture individual, someone who is constantly in the “in-between” space of different cultures and communities. I believe that every individual has experienced this “in-between” in various ways and at different seasons in their lives and that the need for belonging and understanding is universal.
I am multilingual in English, Mandarin Chinese, and Taiwanese Hokkien. I had experiences working with children, youth, young and older adults as well as working with couples and groups. Many of my clients have experienced loneliness, live in-between cultures, or hold marginalized
identities. My areas of interests include multicultural identity development, cross-cultural adaptation & transition, interracial/interethnic relationships, family & relationships issues, trauma, perfectionism, stress management, suicide & crisis, anxiety & depression.
I view therapy as a crucial journey to healing, appreciating growth through discomfort, and finding beauty in the pain and growth. I use existential theories to help you find your purpose and meaning. I believe you are the expert of your own life and I’m a witness to your journey. My goal is to support you in cultivating resilience, courage and authenticity. I use multicultural and strength-based approaches that allow conceptualization from a holistic lens and consider contextual and systemic factors rather than focusing on mental dysfunction or pathology. I value and believe in the power of strong therapeutic relationships and will meet you where you are to support your growth and narratives.
EDUCATION/TRAINING
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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D. Student) in Counseling Psychology: Georgia State University,
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Master of Science (M.S.) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Georgia State University,
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Bachelor of Social Sciences (B.S.) in Psychology and minor in Linguistics: University of
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Practicum Student at Georgia Institute of Technology Counseling Center
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Practicum Intern at Mercer University Counseling and Psychological Services
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Camp Counselor at John Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY)
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
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American Psychological Association (APA)
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Asian American Psychological Association (AAPA)
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American Counseling Association (ACA) (past)
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Asian Mental Health Collective (AMHC)
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Families in Global Transition (FIGT)