PORTLAND
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Jiabao Gao
Accepting new clientsAbout Jiabao
I believe that carrying stress and emotions all by oneself is overwhelming, confusing, and can be scary at times.
I became a therapist because I found it truly beautiful when witnessing someone being empowered to find their inner strength. As I fought through my own path in the past 15 years, till I built my own family, I understood the unbearable pain when going through so much uncertainty and longing for support. In my work, I provide a safe and compassionate space to unburden yourself, to have a genuine reflection of who you are. Together, in a non-judgmental and authentic relationship, we can explore emotions that deserve to be seen and find your way back to your desired life.
With more than 10 years of experience, I am here to help: 1. Taming your inner critic and developing self-compassion. 2. Guiding you to make sense of your emotion and body sensations. 3. Empowering you to find your own voice and reclaim your own identity. 4. Coaching you to express your need in your relationships. 5.Processing any roadblocks that stop you from feeling loved or cared.
I am thrilled to invite you to this journey of transformation. Through our work together you can expect to feel less anxious and more hopeful in your life, becoming more attuned to your emotions and more confident in yourself, and being able to make meaningful relationships with your loved one(s).
Treatment approaches
AEDP
Couples Counseling
Emotionally Focused
Experiential Therapy
Gottman Method
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Somatic
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused
Faith & Spirituality
Christian
At a glance
- Approach
- AEDP, Couples Counseling, Emotionally Focused, Experiential Therapy
- Fees
- $200–$300 / session
- Format
- Telehealth (Oregon-wide)
- Languages
- English, Mandarin
Pricing
Typical per-session fee. A sliding scale may lower this, mention it when you reach out.
Individual
$$$ ($200–$300)
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Group Practice
SP
Spark Relational Counseling
Portland · Admin
Ages I work with
Details
4804 NW Bethany Blvd, Suite I-2, #424
Portland, OR 97229
LPCLic #C10313
Telehealth (Oregon-wide)
Accepting new clients