AASW

Xin "Gloria" Guo, AASW

AASW social worker specialising in trauma and grief

Xin is an Australian therapist with credentials including AASW.

6+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy

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About Xin

Xin "Gloria" Guo is an experienced AASW social worker who brings six years of clinical practice to individual and family therapy. She works with people affected by grief and loss, acute and chronic trauma, childhood trauma, sexual assault and attachment difficulties, and also supports clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, addictions, eating and sleeping problems, and a wide range of life stressors. Gloria adopts a person-centred, strength-based and trauma-informed approach, prioritising a respectful therapeutic relationship and collaborating with clients to explore their values, coping strategies and goals.

Fluent in English and Mandarin and based in Australia, she offers practical, compassionate support tailored to each person's needs. Gloria integrates approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centred methods and cognitive behavioural techniques to help clients build skills, increase psychological flexibility and address unhelpful patterns of thought and behaviour. She also attends to complex presentations including attachment issues, dissociation and caregiver stress, and works with individuals and families across stages of life.

Gloria values building a safe working alliance and supports clients to develop resilience, self-compassion and clearer direction as they navigate change and healing. Prospective clients can explore whether her style and areas of focus fit their needs before beginning therapy.

Areas of expertise

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

AASW

Languages

English, Mandarin

Focus areas

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Coping with life changes Addictions LGBTRelationship issues

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Family conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepression Compassion fatigue

Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing

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Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Also listed for

Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality Body image

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Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dissociation Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Immigration issues Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Multicultural concerns Narcissism Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches for online care and flexible access

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and develop practical skills to live in line with their values, often supporting those coping with anxiety, depression and life transitions. Client-centred therapy focuses on understanding each person from their own perspective, offering empathic listening and unconditional positive regard to foster self-exploration and personal growth. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) involves identifying unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns and learning concrete strategies to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning, which can be useful for anxiety, mood concerns and stress management.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative part of the therapeutic journey. Gloria works with clients to consider their needs, goals and preferences, and may draw on different methods to find the best fit. This shared process helps tailor sessions to what will be most helpful for each individual.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone appointments, live chat or text-based messaging - making it easier to access appropriately qualified or registered professionals from home or during busy schedules. These options support continuity of care and make it simpler to engage in regular therapy while balancing work, family and other commitments.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Xin "Gloria" Guo have?

Xin "Gloria" Guo has 6 years of experience.

What professional credentials does Xin "Gloria" Guo hold?

The directory lists these credentials exactly as supplied: AASW

In which languages does Xin "Gloria" Guo provide therapy?

Therapy is offered in English and Mandarin.

Where is Xin "Gloria" Guo located?

Xin "Gloria" Guo is located in Australia.

How can I work with Xin "Gloria" Guo as my therapist?

You can work with Xin "Gloria" Guo through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Xin "Gloria" Guo work with international clients?

Xin "Gloria" Guo does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Xin "Gloria" Guo cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.