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Joy Yang

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Accepting clients Last Updated 3 days ago

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 & PTSD

Insurance & Payment

In-Network Insurance Plans

Joy Yang is in network for the following plans:

Tufts Student Insurance (StudentResources) UHCSR Boston College UnitedHealthcare StudentResources

Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

NPI Number

1417197658

Rates

First session $275
Ongoing sessions $225
Sliding Scale Offered: A sliding scale fee "slides" to try to meet the needs of clients who are unable to pay the full fee. Details can be discussed upon consultation.

Locations

22 Hilliard Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 286-4954
ADA Accessible
Map of provider office 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 Supportive

Modalities

Individuals

Age Groups

Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)

Communities

First-Gen Immigrants International People of Color STEM

Meeting Options

Video sessions available
In-person sessions available

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