Crystal Chen, Ph.D., MA

Sex/Gender: Female
Pronouns: She / Her
Ethnicity: Chinese
Bio

I specialize in helping adults struggling with emotion dysregulation, relationship/attachment difficulties, and trauma. I know how confusing things can feel–you’re attuned to others’ emotions but struggle with your own. You want to connect, feel seen, and understood, but pull away when others get too close. Together, we’ll make sense of your emotions, explore how things came to be, and develop more effective ways to move forward.

 

I use psychodynamic, attachment-based, and trauma-informed therapies. I often help people wanting to heal from past experiences, overcome fear and anxiety, and build the life you desire. I am also foundationally trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and incorporate mindfulness, compassion-focused therapy, and skills training with people who want to be empowered with tangible strategies for change.

 

I know that starting therapy can be scary, AND I’m so glad that you’re taking this first step. We will work together to achieve your goals, whether it’s working through attachment insecurity, emotion dysregulation, identity-based concerns, or trauma. If these words resonate, please contact me for a free consultation. Let’s see what we can do to build your best life!

Qualifications
License Number: 68-P131245-01 (9/18/2024 to 9/17/2025)
License State: New York
Practice Information
Types of Insurance Accepted: Out of Network
Location
New York, New York, United States
Languages
English
Modalities
Individuals
Therapy Offered
In Person Therapy, Telehealth/Teletherapy
Types of Therapy
Psychodynamic, Attachment-based/Relational Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Compassion Focused, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma Informed Care
Issues
Depression, Emotion Regulation, Relational Concerns, Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, Self Esteem, Anger Management, Family Conflict, Life Transitions, Marital Concerns, Relationship Issues, Parenting, Personal Growth, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Racial Identity, Adoption, Sexual Abuse, Stress, Suicidal Ideation, Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), LGBTQ+ Related Issues, Infidelity, Borderline Personality, Burnout, Codependency
Last modified: February 3, 2025

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