Dana Guan LCSW

TRAUMA-INFORMED

Dana works with adolescents and young adults. She believes that everyone—no matter their age, culture, values, or background—deserves a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space to explore their thoughts and feelings. Therapy is a place where you can feel heard, understood, and respected. Dana aims to create an environment where clients feel comfortable being their authentic selves while working toward meaningful and lasting change. “I also use humor thoughtfully in sessions, honoring the depth and vulnerability of what you choose to share—because healing and laughter can absolutely coexist.”

“As a trauma-informed clinician, I understand how difficult life experiences can shape emotional well-being, relationships, and how we see ourselves. Trauma can make it hard to feel safe, hopeful, or confident, and the journey toward healing often takes time. I approach therapy with patience, compassion, and respect for your pace, supporting you as you reconnect with your strengths, build resilience, and move forward with greater confidence and self-understanding.”

Dana’s approach to therapy is grounded in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and solution-focused therapy. These methods help clients develop practical coping strategies, regulate emotions, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and set achievable goals. She tailors therapy to each individual, collaborating closely to help you create the quality of life you envision for yourself.

“I believe therapy is a partnership. My role is to provide guidance, support, and tools, while creating a space where you feel safe to explore your emotions, reflect on your experiences, and grow at a pace that feels right. Together, we can tackle challenges, uncover strengths, and even share moments of humor and lightness along the way.”