Shuchang Kang

Psychologist, PhD (she, her)

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4 Endorsed

Irvine, CA 92620

(949) 216-7076

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Dr. Kang (pronouns: she/her) accompanies individuals on their journeys of self-understanding through exploring moments of connection and disconnection while empowering individuals to make decisions based on their increased awareness of the interplay among self, social, and cultural factors. Dr. Kang is skilled in mindfulness-based intervention with a focus on mind-body connection, trauma-informed therapy, and exposure and response prevention in addressing various concerns. Dr. Kang is dedicated in serving marginalized populations, including but not limited to members from ethnic/racial minority, immigrant, and LGBTQ+ communities.

Dr. Kang specializes in treating anxiety, OCD, disordered eating, PTSD, comorbid physical and mental health concerns, and working with other life and relationship stressors via culturally sensitive, evidence-based therapies. Additionally, Dr. Kang provides gender-affirming mental health services to transgender individuals following the WPATH guideline.

Do you want to understand yourself better? Do you want to be kinder to yourself? Do you want to feel more empowered? Do you want to feel more connected to others? If your answers to any of the above questions are “yes”: (1) please thank yourself for wanting to improve yourself and better your life; (2) schedule a free initial consultation with Dr. Kang.

Call or Email Shuchang Kang now for a free 15 minute consultation - (949) 216-7076

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

SoCalWellness.org

Irvine, CA 92620

(949) 216-7076

All services are currently offered through HIPAA-compliant tele-behavioral health platform.

I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and LGBTQ+

$250 Per Session

I see individuals and groups

Hello, I am Dr. Shuchang. My first name Shuchang in Chines means joy. My favorite thing about being a therapist is to accompany individuals

Let's Connect (949) 216-7076

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

SoCalWellness.org

Irvine, CA 92620

(949) 216-7076

All services are currently offered through HIPAA-compliant tele-behavioral health platform.

I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and LGBTQ+

$250 Per Session

I see individuals and groups

Hello, I am Dr. Shuchang. My first name Shuchang in Chines means joy. My favorite thing about being a therapist is to accompany individuals

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $250
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

Out of network for Anthem and UnitedHealthCare.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 216-7076

Shuchang Kang

Psychologist, PhD

Out of network for Anthem and UnitedHealthCare.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 216-7076

Shuchang Kang

Psychologist, PhD

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 32045 Shuchang Kang
In Practice for 9 Years
Certificate from Yoga Alliance RYT 200 (149547) / 2014
Degree/Diploma from Teachers College, Columbia University M.A. / 2013
Attended University of Florida, Ph.D., Graduated 2019

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have worked at university counseling centers, hospitals, and community mental health clinics.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 216-7076

Shuchang Kang

Psychologist, PhD

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have worked at university counseling centers, hospitals, and community mental health clinics.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 216-7076

Shuchang Kang

Psychologist, PhD

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
LGBTQ+

Expertise

Bisexual
Body Positivity
Cancer
Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Depression
Eating Disorders
Emotional Disturbance
gender-affirming mental health services
Grief
health psychology
Impulse Control Disorders
Lesbian
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Personality Disorders
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Substance Use
Suicidal Ideation
Transgender
Veterans
Women's Issues

I provide culturally sensitive, trauma-informed evidence-based therapies targeting anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, disordered eating behaviors, identity exploration, etc.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 216-7076

Shuchang Kang

Psychologist, PhD

I provide culturally sensitive, trauma-informed evidence-based therapies targeting anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, disordered eating behaviors, identity exploration, etc.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 216-7076

Shuchang Kang

Psychologist, PhD

4 Endorsements

Phylice Lim

Psychologist, PhD

Dr. Kang is an outstanding bilingual and bicultural clinician! I am lucky to be working alongside her and can vouch for her expertise in cultural/identity issues, LGBTQ issues, disordered eating and mood concerns. She has my highest recommendation.

Valencia Harriott

Psychologist, PhD

Having worked alongside Dr. Shuchang Kang in the past, I observed Dr. Kang meet her clients' needs with deep care, compassion, and skill. She provides a therapeutic balance of being both supportive and empowering. Dr. Kang is an exceptional clinician.

Sodah Minty

Psychologist

Dr. Kang is one of the most genuine and compassionate human beings I have ever met. Dr. Kang's advocacy and care for her clients and colleagues is at the forefront of her identity as a psychologist. I am humbled to know her and recommend her highly.

Diane Jung Gallo

Psychologist, PsyD

Dr. Kang is a warm, patient, culturally sensitive therapist. She is a trusted colleague of mine who values her relationships with her clients and is comprehensive in her work. I highly recommend her for help with eating disorders, trauma, & lgbtq issues!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

I also speak

Cantonese ,

Mandarin

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

I also speak

Cantonese ,

Mandarin

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Existential
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Feminist
Humanistic
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Multicultural
Relational
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I meet where my clients are in their progress and incorporate Relational-Cultural Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness in my practice.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 216-7076

Shuchang Kang

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 216-7076

Shuchang Kang

Psychologist, PhD

Location

Primary Location

SoCalWellness.org

Irvine, CA 92620

(949) 216-7076

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Irvine Health And Science Complex

All services are currently offered through HIPAA-compliant tele-behavioral health platform.

Call for a free consultation now - (949) 216-7076

Shuchang Kang

Psychologist, PhD

All services are currently offered through HIPAA-compliant tele-behavioral health platform.

Call for a free consultation now - (949) 216-7076

Shuchang Kang

Psychologist, PhD