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YanRan Sun

San Mateo,CA

Summary

Dynamic psychotherapist with a proven track record at Self-Employed, specializing in group therapy facilitation and grief counseling. Recognized for enhancing patient engagement through innovative therapeutic activities and fostering empathy development. Committed to continuous improvement, successfully reducing anxiety and depression symptoms using evidence-based techniques.

Accomplished Behavioral Therapist with 10+ years of experience counseling individuals and families with social, emotional and behavioral disorders. Positive, vibrant team member with focus on accurately identifying issues and evaluating best techniques for treatment. Dedicated to offering quality services and maintaining knowledge of latest industry advancements by attending professional conferences and continuing education courses.


Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Psychotherapist

Self -Employed
12.2015 - Current
  • Responsible for course design, platform operation, and organization and hosting of domestic and international group seminars.


  • Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
  • Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
  • Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client''s specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
  • Led therapeutic process groups focused on topics such as grief, self-esteem, and anger management, facilitating peer support and personal growth among participants.

  • Enhanced patient well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches in individual and group sessions.
  • Introduced meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques, and reiki to patients and families.
  • Guided families through conflict resolution processes using systemic family therapy approaches designed to promote positive change and growth.
  • Reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression for clients by implementing cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
  • Spearheaded mental health awareness campaign in local community, increasing public understanding and reducing stigma.
  • Guided patients through exploration of personal trauma, resulting in significant emotional healing.
  • Mentored junior therapists, enhancing quality of care provided by clinic.
  • Increased patient engagement in therapy with introduction of innovative therapeutic activities.
  • Initiated peer support program, creating community of empathy and shared experiences for clients.
  • Conducted group therapy sessions to foster community support among individuals with similar challenges.
  • Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of latest psychotherapy techniques and theories.
  • Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
  • Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.


Education

Master of Arts - Applied Psychology

California Institute of Integral Studies
San Francisco, CA
09-2025

Skills

  • Multicultural competence
  • Empathy development
  • Anger management
  • Group therapy facilitation
  • Play therapy techniques
  • Grief counseling
  • Group counseling and Therapy
  • Organizational skills
  • Continuous improvement

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Psychotherapist

Self -Employed
12.2015 - Current

Master of Arts - Applied Psychology

California Institute of Integral Studies

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