Therapist profile
Tiffany Ung, LCSW
LCSW focused on family and parenting concerns
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- CBT methods
- Motivational interviewing
- Psychodynamic ideas
About Tiffany
Tiffany Ung is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 13 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship strains, parenting concerns, self-esteem, addictions, grief, and coping with life changes. Tiffany also addresses ADHD and related challenges.
Her work draws on practical therapy methods. Sessions are conversational and interactive. She listens for strengths and builds from what is already working in a person's life.
Tiffany uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thinking and try different responses. She uses psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that repeat over time. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck or unsure about change.
People often come to her worried about parenting pressure, feeling isolated, or struggling with communication and attachment issues. She also helps with guilt, shame, social anxiety, and questions about life purpose or self-love. Her background includes helping people from diverse ethnic backgrounds navigate these concerns.
Sessions are straightforward and focus on skills, reflection, and small steps. Tiffany aims to support practical problem solving while also understanding how past experiences shape present reactions. She will work with each person to set goals and track progress during the work together.
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How her approaches guide online therapy
Tiffany uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot patterns of thinking that cause anxiety or stress and then try practical ways to change those thoughts and behaviors. CBT works well for worry, low mood, social anxiety, and coping with ADHD-related challenges.She also uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find reasons to change and build motivation when they feel stuck. That approach is useful for addictions, shifting habits, or stepping into new parenting strategies. These methods are discussed together so the work fits the person’s goals and situation.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Tiffany collaborates with each person to identify which methods match their goals, preferences, and daily life. She checks in regularly and adjusts the focus if something isn’t helping.
Session formats are not listed in the original biography, so confirm the current online session options before booking. Many people find online work lets them fit sessions into a busy schedule, handle a quick check-in during a break, or reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and communication styles so the work feels practical and usable in everyday life.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Cantonese
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of family and parenting issues does she help with?
She helps with parenting stress, communication problems, and relationship strain that affect life at home.
How does she approach therapy sessions?
Her style is conversational and interactive, using practical methods to identify patterns and try new behaviors.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 13 years of clinical experience working as a psychotherapist.
What credential and region does she practice under?
She is a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker, listed as LCSW in California.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and Cantonese.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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