Yiling Zhang, Ph.D. — Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Massachusetts
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist offering therapy to adults and couples navigating anxiety, depression, self identity, relational struggles, life transitions, and early emotional wounds. Many of the people I work with are Asian American or have ties to Asia, including immigrants and children of immigrants, and I welcome clients of all backgrounds. I work mostly by telehealth with clients anywhere in Massachusetts, with occasional in-person sessions at my office in Andover, in English or Mandarin (中英双语). I've trained across a range of evidence-based traditions—cognitive-behavioral therapies, ISTDP, and attachment-based approaches such as AEDP and EFT. Rather than applying a single method to everyone, I blend insight-oriented, cognitive-behavioral, and emotion-focused approaches in individualized ways that fit who you are and what you're working through.
I am in full-time private practice after many years as a staff psychologist at Harvard University, Case Western Reserve University, and Virginia Commonwealth University. I'm also the Chinese translator of Irvin Yalom's Existential Psychotherapy and The Gift of Therapy, and a member of the Expert Committee at Jiandanxinli (简单心理), China's largest therapist platform.
My style in session is warm, collaborative, and actively engaged. I'm not a passive listener who nods along silently—I'm present with you, noticing what's happening in the room, gently drawing attention to patterns, emotions, and moments that matter, including the ones you might be inclined to gloss over. Sometimes our work is more experiential—slowing down to sit with what's emerging rather than rushing past it. Other times it's more practical and action-oriented—working on concrete strategies, trying new behaviors, or building skills you can use between sessions. What guides me is always the same question: what does this person need? I follow your lead, and I won't push you somewhere you're not ready to go—but I will stay curious, offer honest reflections, and walk alongside you into the places that matter.
I offer individual therapy and couples therapy. Please email me at yzhang@dryilingzhang.com if you have questions or are interested in working with me.
我是一名中英双语临床心理学家，目前在波士顿地区全职私人执业。此前我在大学担任临床心理学家，包括哈佛大学以及凯斯西储大学。我提供个体咨询和婚姻咨询服务。如果你有问题或者想要和我工作，可以点击下面链接联系我。