Angel Chou, LMFT

(She/her)
Preferred Name: Lee Hsin

EMDRIA Certified Therapist™

EMDRIA Approved Consultant-in-Training™

Online Therapy

About Me

My name is Angel Chou. I offer session in Mandarin and English. In-person in San Diego and online throughout California. I specialize in helping individuals and families heal from any difficult life events. I am passionate about supporting clients navigating C-PTSD, PTSD, relational trauma, betrayal trauma, grief/loss, anxiety and life transitions, using evidence-based approaches like EMDR within a compassionate, trauma-informed framework.

As a first-generation immigrant and parent, I have a special heart for working with Asian American families, second-generation teens, and young adults as they explore identity, navigate cultural expectations, and strengthen family relationships. I also enjoy working with families to improve communication, rebuild trust, and foster deeper connection.

I bring warmth, cultural sensitivity, faith integration and a deep belief in each person’s capacity for healing. My work is especially meaningful for those seeking integrated care that honors both emotional and spiritual growth.

Education & Experience

Education:
-Master of Science in Marriage Family Therapy, Bethel Seminary, Graduated in 2021

Trauma-training:
-Completion of Certification EMDR Training, Dec 2021
-Completion of Certification of California Domestic Violence 40 hours Training, April 2020
-Completion of Certification of California Domestic Violence Victim 40 hours Training, October 2020
-Completion of Certification of California Domestic Violence Advanced 16 hours training, March 2021
-Completion of certification of EMDR Flash technique, 2024
-Completion of certification focus on complex PTSD treatment, 2024
-EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist, 2026

Parenting and Family Training:
-Completion of Certification of Nurturing Parenting Program, January 2021
-Completion of Certification of Prepare and Enrich Facilitator, 2021
-Completion of Certification of Welch Family Institute WRTA marriage facilitator Level II, 2024

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

Member of California Association of MFTs

Member of EMDR International Association

Member of American Christian Counseling Association

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Issues
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress Management
  • Survivor's Guilt
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Adults
  • BIPOC
  • Families
  • Immigrants
  • Veterans/Military

Language

  • English
  • Mandarin

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealth

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