Winnie Chang
Counseling Resident
(she/her)
Living as an Asian American Woman, most of my reflections and experiences bring forth collective themes of invisibility, erasure, silence, and systemic racism that other BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ peers experienced in our upbringings and existing in these systems. I understand what it’s like to feel paralyzed and internalize it. I am passionate and sensitive to these areas, primarily when we work in areas where we often don’t have the language. I hope to give you autonomy while empowering you as we work together on these spaces.
My approach is informed by multicultural, feminist, family System, gestalt, and eclectic/integrative theories. I utilize techniques from trauma-informed and somatic practices and work from a liberating, critical social theory and social justice framework. I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy but rather a co-creation process between therapists and client(s).
I am currently completing a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of the Cumberlands, and I received a Bachelor of Science in Community Health from Cal State Long Beach. I have spent most of my career working with college students and young adults helping them navigate small and Big traumas (Religious/Church, Racial, Childhood, Displacement, Immigrant), self-worth, imposter syndrome, conflict resolution, and more. I have also worked in mentoring and educating in social justice frameworks while destigmatizing mental health in BIPOC communities. I have also partnered with and mentored young women of color regarding racial identity work, self-advocacy work, and navigating leadership spaces in nonprofit, corporate, and church/ministry areas.
Areas of Focus
Racial Identity/Ethnic Development
BIPOC communities
Children of immigrants
Cross-cultural/multicultural relationships
Life Transitions
Childhood Trauma & C-PTSD
Stress & Anxiety
Depression
Self-esteem & imposter syndrome
Loss and Grief
Relationships & Attachment Issues
Couples and Relationships
Body Image / Disordered Eating
Spiritual Abuse
Highly Sensitive Persons (HSP’s)
Fees
Through a partnership with Shelterwood Collective’s Sustainable Therapy Program, I provide weekly counseling and therapy for individuals on a sliding scale.
$50-$90 per 50-minute individual session
$70-90 per 50-minute relationship session
$90-120 per 80-minute relationship session
Location
I offer sessions in person and via telehealth. My practice is located at Shelterwood Collective’s home location in Seattle’s Pioneer Square district (108 S. Jackson St).