Gao is a bilingual (English/Hmong) psychotherapist serving individuals suffering from trauma, SPMI, chemical dependency, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Her professional experiences include 10+ years working with individuals in their home, consultation, inpatient care, crisis, and clinic/outpatient settings. She distills knowledge in county court systems via CPS and Civil Commitments: MI/CD/DD and Guardianship. She has seen the significance therapy has in providing individuals and families the opportunity to heal as self-identity blooms. Her commitment is to support you to become a better you.

Gao’s approach is client-centered, integrative and holistic which allows clients and communities to achieve healing and harmony. She draws from various evidenced-based interventions including DBT, CBT, Advanced & Enhanced Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Brainspotting, and psychoeducation to develop skills, insight and regulation of the nervous system.

Gao believes that people come from all walks of life where challenges have created various experiences and perspectives, and sometimes support is needed to strive for increased resiliency. She provides a brave space that is characterized by compassion and focus for each person she serves.