ABOUT US

Do not let others define who you are and create fear and limiting belief in yourself that prevent you from becoming who you truly are.

 Jenny Hsu

About Jenny

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Hi, I’m Jenny Hsuan Fang Hsu, a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) based in Vancouver.

I offer counselling in English and Mandarin for individuals and couples, with a focus on culturally sensitive and LGBTQ+ affirming care.

I’m a queer, Asian immigrant from Taiwan, and I moved to Canada at 13. Like many of the people I work with, I understand what it can feel like to navigate different cultures, expectations, and identities, and to find your place between them.

In 2014, I experienced a motorcycle accident that changed the direction of my life. The recovery process wasn’t just physical — it also brought emotional challenges, uncertainty, and a deeper understanding of how the body, emotions, and relationships are connected.

Going through that experience shaped how I understand what it feels like when life becomes overwhelming or doesn’t go as expected. It also inspired me to support others through difficult moments, with care, patience, and respect for each person’s pace.

Over time, it strengthened my belief that even in the midst of challenge, it’s possible to rebuild, adapt, and find a way forward that feels more steady and meaningful.

Who I Work With

I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationships, identity, and cultural or life pressures — especially those who feel stuck between expectations and their own needs.

  • Exploring sexuality, dating, or identity
  • Feeling stuck in people-pleasing or relationship patterns
  • Overwhelmed by work, school, or life transitions
  • Navigating family expectations, cultural pressure, or intergenerational conflict
  • Wanting to reconnect or move forward in a relationship
  • Families seeking support with communication, coming out conversations, LGBTQ+ family issues, or immigrant family stress

For couples, I support partners who feel disconnected, stuck in the same patterns, or unsure how to move forward — including queer couples, mixed-race relationships, and Chinese-speaking partners.

For families, I specialize in working with Asian and immigrant families in both English and Mandarin, including families navigating cultural and generational differences, parent-child communication, LGBTQ+ family issues, and supporting a loved one through the coming out process.

How I Work

In our sessions, we go beyond just talking about what’s happening on the surface.

We take time to understand what’s underneath — so you can begin to make sense of your emotions, your patterns, and what you truly need.

Understand your emotions

We slow things down so you can understand what you’re feeling, instead of pushing it away or trying to figure it out on your own.

Notice your patterns

We explore the patterns that keep showing up in your relationships, so you can begin to see them more clearly and respond differently.

Feel more connected

As things start to make sense, you may begin to feel more grounded, more like yourself, and more connected in your relationships.

My work is grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), which focuses on helping you feel more secure, connected, and understood — both within yourself and in your relationships.

What Working With Me Feels Like

You don’t need to have everything figured out. You don’t need to explain your background from the beginning.

My role is not only to listen, but also to help you see what may be hard to notice on your own. In our work together, I may gently offer perspective, reflect patterns as they show up in the moment, and help you make sense of the emotions, needs, or reactions underneath.

  • Feel understood without being judged
  • Move at a pace that feels right for you
  • Gain new perspective on patterns you may not have noticed before
  • Begin to make sense of what’s been confusing, overwhelming, or hard to name

My hope is that our work gives you space to feel more clear, steady, and connected — while also helping you better understand yourself, your relationships, and the choices available to you.

Let’s Connect

Starting counselling can feel like a big step — especially if you’ve been holding things in for a while.

If something here resonates, you’re welcome to book a free 20-minute consultation to see if this feels like the right fit.

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Credentials & Training

Therapeutic Approaches

If you’re interested in understanding how I work in more detail, you’re welcome to explore some of the approaches I draw from below.

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) helps you understand the emotions and patterns that keep you feeling stuck, especially in your relationships.

Whether you’re working on your relationship with a partner, your family, or yourself, we create a space where you can slow down, make sense of what’s happening underneath, and begin to feel more secure and connected.

In our work together, we may focus on:

  • Understanding your emotions — noticing what you’re feeling and what’s underneath
  • Creating emotional safety — having a space where you can be open without judgment
  • Healing past hurts — working through experiences that still affect you now
  • Shifting patterns — changing cycles that leave you feeling stuck or disconnected
  • Responding differently — learning ways to express and manage emotions that bring more connection

Life isn’t one-dimensional — and neither are the challenges you’re facing.

The way you feel is shaped by many things, including your physical health, your thoughts and emotions, and what’s happening in your life and relationships.

In our work together, we take time to look at the bigger picture — how these pieces connect, and how they may be affecting you right now.

Rather than focusing on just one part, we explore what’s underneath in a way that feels relevant, practical, and grounded in your real life.

I also incorporate a somatic (body-based) approach, which means we pay attention to how your body responds to stress, emotions, and past experiences.

Sometimes, what you’re feeling doesn’t just show up in your thoughts — it can show up as tension, fatigue, or a sense of being on edge.

Together, we slow things down and notice these signals, so you can feel more grounded, connected to yourself, and better able to respond to what’s happening.

CBT helps you notice how the way you think affects how you feel and what you do.
When certain thoughts keep repeating, they can make you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or hard on yourself.
Together, we look at those patterns and find ways to respond differently, so things start to feel more manageable.

I also draw from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which offers practical tools to help you manage intense emotions, stay grounded, and respond more intentionally in stressful moments.

Our relationships play a big role in how we see ourselves and connect with others.

Through an attachment-based lens, we explore how your earlier relationships may be shaping the way you relate to people now.

Together, we make sense of the patterns that show up — whether it’s feeling distant, misunderstood, or stuck in the same cycles — and begin to shift them in a way that feels more secure and connected.

This might include working through family wounds, navigating challenges in your relationships, or simply understanding yourself more clearly.

I work in a way that respects your identity, your experiences, and the context you live in.

This means we can openly talk about how things like culture, race, gender, sexuality, and family expectations may be shaping what you’re going through.

If you’ve experienced racism, sexism, homophobia, or other forms of oppression, we can take time to understand how that has impacted you — and what you need moving forward.

You don’t need to filter or explain yourself here.
This is a space where your experiences are taken seriously, and where you can begin to feel more supported, understood, and like yourself.

I work in a way that feels safe, respectful, and at a pace that works for you.

We don’t have to rush into anything before you’re ready.
We take time to understand what you’re feeling, without pushing or overwhelming you.

If you’ve been through difficult or painful experiences, we move gently — paying attention to what feels manageable, and what helps you feel more grounded.

You’re always in control of what you share and how we move forward.
The goal is to create a space where you can feel more steady, supported, and safe to explore what’s been hard.

Contact Foam

You’re welcome to book a free 20-minute consultation online to see if we’re a good fit.

If you’re not ready to book yet or have any questions, feel free to reach out using the form below. I’ll be in touch with you soon.

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