Yingning Wang (she/hers)

Hi! I’m Yingning Wang (she/hers). I am a provisionally licensed psychotherapist at Roamers Therapy under the supervision of Shaysa Villa MSW, LCSW.

Life often challenges us to navigate complex relationships, cultural expectations, and personal growth. As someone fluent in Mandarin and experienced in navigating cultural differences, I deeply understand how these dynamics shape our lives and identities. These experiences helped me acknowledge diverse perspectives while remaining grounded in empathy and authenticity. This understanding informs my approach to therapy, where I strive to create a space for your cultural and personal experiences.

In my practice, I strive to provide a safe, collaborative space where you feel seen with your unique experiences. I also recognize the impact of systemic and generational trauma. In our work together, therapy can be a transformative space for navigating complex cultural expectations and personal growth. We’ll create a therapeutic relationship where you can safely explore your needs. I am here to support you in navigating challenges, embracing growth, and finding meaningful ways to move forward with new perspectives. 

Through a trauma informed, relational, and psychodynamic lens, I examine how early experiences shape us while encouraging you to move beyond. My therapeutic approach blends acceptance, cultural understanding, and empowerment. In our therapeutic work, I combine evidence-based approaches focusing on understanding your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, the Gottman Method, and dialectical behavioral therapy. I aim to help you embrace reality while equipping you with tools to navigate challenges and shape your goals determined during and beyond our sessions. I incorporate strategies to help identify and shift unhelpful patterns, build emotional resilience, and create meaningful connections with yourself and others. 

I look forward to joining you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery. 

Languages

English and Mandarin

Personal

Things that bring me joy: DJ, nature, camping.

Education

BA from Michigan State University

Focus: Psychology

MSW from School of Social Work, Columbia University

Focus: Social Work

License

Licensed Social Worker, State of Illinois

License Number: 150115230

Clinical Supervisors

Shaysa Villa, MSW, LCSW, LICSW

Payment & Insurance Accepted

Locations

While Yingning’s office is located in South Loop, Chicago for in-person sessions, she also welcomes and serves clients for online therapy from anywhere in Illinois. Clients from the Chicagoland area may choose in-office or online therapy and usually commute from surrounding areas such as River North, West Loop, Gold Coast, Old Town, Lincoln Park, Lake View, Rogers Park Logan Square, Pilsen, Bridgeport, Little Village, Bronzeville, South Shore, Hyde Park, Back of the Yards, Wicker Park, Bucktown and many more.