Alice Wen
LICENSED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
PRONOUNS: SHE/HER
“Sometimes the things that protect us from pain become double-edged swords, but you don’t have to be your own enemy.”
Welcome!
Alice grew up in the in-between—moving back and forth between the USA and China—and understands firsthand the uncertainty and disorientation that can come with new places, cultures, life stages, or identities. This lived experience informs her deep commitment to helping others find the parts of themselves they can rely on, and to fall in love with who they are through it all. Her work centers on honoring the beauty of each person’s experience while equipping them with the skills to move through life’s more difficult moments.
She believes that the process of healing and learning what it means to truly care for oneself is both challenging and deeply rewarding. With compassion and warmth, she creates a space where clients can explore, grieve, rage, or find joy as they confront and accept all parts of themselves.
Alice’s clinical approach is culturally attuned and grounded in compassion, particularly in her work with individuals navigating trauma, OCD, and the complex intersections of identity, family dynamics, and mental health. She specializes in supporting clients to unlearn patterns rooted in fear and shame, cultivate safety in their bodies and relationships, and reconnect with their agency and self-trust. Her practice integrates evidence-based treatments, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and trauma-informed care, all held with deep respect for each client’s cultural background and lived experience.
Alice’s Clinical Background
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Union Square office in NYC
Online in New York and New Jersey
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Aetna (including PPO, HMO, Meritain Health, 1199 SEIU National Benefits Fund and Aetna Student plans)
Wellfleet Student (NYU, School of Visual Arts, Sarah Lawrence College, etc.)
Northwell Direct
Out-Of-Network Benefits Reimbursement
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Trauma-Informed Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Mindfulness-based Therapy
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Trauma
Anxiety
OCD
ADHD and Academic Issues
Cultural and Immigrant Issues
Eating Disorders
EMDR
Couples Therapy
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Young Adults and Adults
International Students
Immigrants and First/Second Generation
East Asian Identities
BIPOC Identies
Couples
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Masters of Art in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness, New York University
Bachelor of Arts in Popular Narratives, Languages, and Society, New York University
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor Lic. 013600
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
EMDR Basic Training
Somatic Couples Therapy
STAIR-NST Training
CBT-E Training
Certified Mindfulness-Informed Professional
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English
Mandarin
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New York Licensed Mental Health Counselor
New Jersey (Telehealth) Licensed Mental Health Counselor
How Alice Can Support You
Alice offers a trauma-informed, culturally attuned approach that blends evidence-based practices with mind-body awareness to create meaningful, lasting change.
With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she helps reframe unhelpful thoughts. Through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), clients learn to sit with difficult emotions and take values-based action. EMDR supports the processing of past trauma, while Internal Family Systems (IFS) fosters connection and healing between different parts of the self.
Across all modalities, Alice’s work is anchored in cultural humility and respect. She is committed to ensuring that therapy feels safe, relevant, and affirming for people from all backgrounds. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma, identity exploration, or relationship challenges, Alice offers a warm, collaborative space where you can heal, grow, and reconnect with your sense of agency.
Influences: Frank Anderson, The Healing Power of breath by Richard p. Brown and Patricia L. Gerbarg, My Grandmother’s Hands by Resmaa Menakem, Brené Brown, Russ Harris
Alice’s Approach
Alice’s personal experience navigating her Asian identity across different cultural landscapes allows her to bring a nuanced, empathetic lens to her work. Her bicultural perspective—rooted in both her heritage and her assimilated American identity—enables her to connect deeply with clients from a wide range of backgrounds. She is LGBTQIA+ affirming and committed to creating a space that honors each client’s individuality and lived experience.
Clinically, Alice is trained in a range of science-backed, well-researched modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She also works with couples to strengthen their relationships by addressing cultural dynamics, enhancing communication, and fostering emotional intimacy. Alice’s approach is both relational and evidence-based—grounded in compassion, clarity, and a deep respect for each person’s journey.
Rituals: music and singing, daily gratitude, mindfulness, reading fiction, creative writing, stargazing
Why Work With Alice?
Alice’s work extends beyond serving bicultural individuals—her fully assimilated American perspective allows her to understand that anxiety, change, and growth are universal human experiences. Her inclusive, compassionate approach welcomes clients from all backgrounds who are navigating life’s complexities.
Alice helps individuals uncover their inner strengths and use them as tools for resilience and self-discovery. She also brings specialized clinical expertise to her work with couples, supporting partners in improving communication, deepening connection, and navigating cultural differences with greater understanding and empathy.
Library: Overcoming Anxiety (Dennis Tirch), A Liberated Mind (Stephen Hayes), What We Don’t Talk About When We Talk About Fat (Aubrey Gordon), The Body is Not an Apology (Sonya Renee Taylor), The ACT Workbook for OCD (Marisa T Mazz), Maybe You Should Talk to Someone (Lori Gottlieb), Understand Your Brain, Get More Done (Ari Tuckman)
About Alice Wen
Living between cultures can be both enriching and complex. As someone who has moved between China and the U.S., Alice understands the unique pressures of balancing an Asian identity within a Western society. She brings this lived experience into her therapeutic work, offering empathy and insight to those navigating similar paths.
Whether you’re an international student adjusting to a new environment, an immigrant finding your way, or someone experiencing a major life transition, Alice offers grounded, compassionate support. She provides sessions in both Mandarin and English, ensuring you can engage in the language that feels most natural and comfortable.