Joy Yang
Life has a way of surprising us — a loss, a betrayal, a diagnosis, or a path that no longer feels right. In these moments, it’s easy to feel unsteady or unsure how to move forward. I specialize in working with college students and young adults who are navigating these turning points and trying to find their footing again.
With over 15 years of experience in counseling settings at Harvard and MIT, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can slow down, reflect, and feel understood. My approach is both insight-oriented and practical — helping you make sense of your experiences while building tools for meaningful change.
Many of my clients are high-achieving individuals — often children of immigrants, or professionals in higher education and STEM — who appear put-together on the outside while quietly carrying stress, grief, or a sense that something isn’t quite working. If that sounds like you, I can help. Let's get started!
Specialties
Anxiety Career Concerns College adjustment Cultural Adjustment Depression Emotional Regulation Existential Challenges / Crises Family Conflict Grief and Loss Identity Development Infertility Life Transitions Perfectionism Racial Identity Relationship Issues Self-esteem Social Anxiety Stress Stress from Academics Trauma & PTSDInsurance & Payment
In-Network Insurance Plans
Joy Yang is in network for the following plans:
Tufts Student Insurance (StudentResources) UHCSR Boston College UnitedHealthcare StudentResourcesPaperwork:
I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.
NPI Number
1417197658Rates
| First session | $275 |
| Ongoing sessions | $225 |
Locations
Practice Hours
| Monday | 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
| Friday | -- |
| Saturday | -- |
| Sunday | -- |
Treatment Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Attachment-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Compassion Focused Culturally Sensitive Eclectic Emotion-focused therapy Integrative Person-Centered Relational Strength-Based SupportiveModalities
IndividualsAge Groups
Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)Communities
First-Gen Immigrants International People of Color STEMMeeting Options
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 18
- License(s): MA-115372
More About Me
- Languages Spoken: English, Mandarin
- Race(s): Asian or Asian American, Mixed Race, White
- Gender(s): Woman
- Sexual Orientation(s): Straight
- Religion(s): Agnostic