An Encounter at the Depths of Your Inner Self, Sparking Transformation and Rebirth
With over 10,000 hours of counseling experience, integrating techniques from psychoanalysis, hypnosis, emotion-focused therapy, and more, I help you navigate personal growth, emotional distress, relationship challenges, and adolescent struggles—letting awareness light the way forward.
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About Xu Xiaofan
Xu Xiaofan is a National Level 2 Psychological Counselor, Master of Psychology, and certified hypnotherapist. With over a decade of practice and more than 10,000 hours of clinical experience, she adopts psychodynamic therapy as her core framework, integrating Gestalt, emotion-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, hypnosis, and family therapy to tailor integrative plans for each client. Her counseling areas cover personal growth, personality development, depression and anxiety, sleep disorders, interpersonal relationships, family conflicts, and adolescent psychology. Her style is warm yet insightful, quickly identifying inner patterns and accompanying you to tap into your own resources for profound breakthroughs. She believes: 'The meeting of you and me at the depths of the soul is nourishment, as well as an opportunity for transformation and rebirth.' She looks forward to embarking on this journey of exploration with you.
Core Service Highlights
Deep Professional Background
National second-level psychological counselor, master's degree in psychology, senior hypnotherapist, combining systematic academic training with authoritative qualifications.
Ten Thousand Hours of Counseling Accumulation
Over 10 years, with a cumulative 10,000+ hours of clinical counseling experience, successfully accompanying numerous clients in overcoming personal growth, emotional, and interpersonal difficulties.
Integrated Multimodal Therapy
Rooted in psychoanalytic dynamics, flexibly incorporating Gestalt, emotion-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, hypnosis, and family therapy to tailor personalized counseling plans.
Warm and Insightful Style
Embracing the philosophy of 'nurturing renewal through deep inner encounters,' providing warm and perceptive companionship to help clients recognize patterns, discover wisdom, and achieve transformation.
Why Choose This Path
10,000 Hours of Deep Companionship
Over a decade of practice, accumulating more than 10,000 hours of counseling experience. A wealth of cases helps you avoid others' detours and reach core issues faster.
Flexible Integration of 7 Modalities
Grounded in psychoanalysis, integrating 7 techniques including Gestalt, emotion-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and hypnosis. The path is tailored to your state, not a template.
Warm and Insightful Encounters
No judgment, no preaching. You will be held securely while gaining insights that point directly to the heart, loosening patterns so transformation can happen naturally.
Covering 15 Types of Deep Issues
From childhood trauma to workplace suffocation, from depression and anxiety to relationship deadlocks—focusing on four major areas: personal growth, personality integration, interpersonal relationships, and adolescent psychology.
Voices from Clients
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does counseling generally take?+
A single session is 50 minutes. Typically, we meet once or twice a week. For short-term focused issues, it may take 8–12 sessions; for deeper growth-oriented work, it may last several months to years. We will jointly assess the rhythm based on your goals.
I'm not sure if I need counseling. How can I decide?+
If you persistently experience emotional distress, relationship difficulties, or repeatedly fall into similar predicaments that affect your daily functioning, these are signs worth exploring. You can start with an initial consultation; together we can clarify whether and how to proceed.
How does the psychodynamic approach differ from other modalities?+
It not only alleviates symptoms but also emphasizes exploring unconscious patterns and the impact of early experiences on the present. Through insight and working through within a safe relationship, deep and lasting change is achieved, rather than just skill training.
Is online counseling as effective as in-person sessions?+
I provide professional, confidential online video counseling. Many clients report that the effectiveness is comparable to in-person sessions. It offers convenience and stability. However, if you are in Shanghai, you can also schedule in-person appointments.
Can my privacy be guaranteed?+
Absolute confidentiality is the cornerstone of counseling. All information is strictly protected in accordance with ethical guidelines. Except for a few legally mandated exceptions, no information will be disclosed to any third party.
What is the counseling process?+
First, we conduct 1–2 initial assessment sessions to understand your concerns and goals, and jointly determine the direction of work. Then we enter regular counseling sessions, with periodic reviews of progress.
Start Your Transformation Journey
With over 10 years and 10,000+ hours of counseling experience, I accompany you to discover strength amidst difficulties. I look forward to your inquiry—let's find nourishment and a new beginning in the meeting of our inner worlds.