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Alberta, British Columbia (Online Only)
I am a physician (MD) and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. I aim to integrate mind and body to support you on your holistic journey toward recovery and well-being. When working together, I hope to create a space where individuals, couples, and families feel heard and understood.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Languages: Mandarin
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $160 + GST for individuals, $200 for couples/families
- Accepts Insurance
- I do not provide direct billing services, but you will receive a receipt at the end of the session that you can submit to your provider.
Education & Credentials
Ping Xu CCC, MC, MD
- Female
- License # 11246627
- Licensed in British Columbia, Alberta
- Practicing Since 2021
Education: MD, MC
Ping Xu Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Alberta, British Columbia
- Online Therapy Details: I offer phone or video sessions using a secure platform
I help people navigate challenges related to grief, family dynamics, marital strife, ADHD, work and life transitions, and social adaptation. With over a decade of experience in human resources, I’ve developed a deep understanding of disability and the duty to accommodate within various Canadian organizations. This experience has shaped my holistic approach to therapy, ensuring that each person's unique experiences, needs, and goals are at the forefront of our work together.
I know that external pressures and negative internal narratives can often feel overwhelming. In our sessions, I guide with empathy, taking the role of a co-pilot as we navigate your journey to healing. Together, we work towards improving your overall wellness, finding the tools and strategies that work best for you to regain balance and move forward with confidence.