Xiao Ling, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Xiao is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Xiao is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Mandarin
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
More about Xiao
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
I work with clients seeking personalized support, recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I tailor interventions to meet your unique needs and value the pivotal role of the therapeutic alliance in your journey. I approach clients in an accepting and empowering way, focusing on creating corrective experiences. My background includes training in Clinical Psychology and Family Studies, and experience as a psychotherapist, executive coach, and writer.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Prolonged Exposure
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Licenses
Xiao Ling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629611991.
- LMHC · New York · 11258 · Renews November 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
Frequently asked questions
Does Xiao Ling offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Xiao Ling works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Xiao Ling speak?
Xiao Ling speaks Mandarin.
How many years of experience does Xiao Ling have?
Xiao Ling has 5 years of experience.
Where is Xiao Ling licensed to practice?
Xiao Ling is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Xiao Ling accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Xiao Ling accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Xiao Ling accept insurance?
Yes, Xiao Ling accepts Aetna, Centivo, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Xiao Ling accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Xiao Ling does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Xiao Ling offer?
Xiao Ling offers clients Trauma-Focused Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
How do I get started with Xiao Ling?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.