Angel Chou, LMFT
(She/her)
Preferred Name: Lee Hsin
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
- 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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