Haijin Fan , AASW

Haijin Fan is a qualified counsellor with formal training in psychosocial assessment and therapeutic intervention, and she also holds AASW accreditation as an accredited social worker (Accreditation No. 498227). She brings focused clinical experience in trauma-informed support and trauma recovery, working with people affected by abuse, adverse childhood experiences, and other traumatic events.

Fluent in both English and Mandarin, Haijin provides therapy in the language that feels most comfortable for each client. She draws on a range of evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and EMDR to tailor interventions to individual needs.

Her practice addresses a broad spectrum of concerns such as stress and anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem challenges, abandonment and attachment issues, communication and control problems, family-of-origin conflicts, substance-related issues, and the psychological impacts of migration. Haijin emphasizes the client as the expert of their own story and seeks to create a collaborative space that supports growth, empowerment, and practical steps toward a more fulfilling life. She is not currently accepting new clients.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed action toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings rather than fighting them. It is often used for anxiety, low motivation, and stress-related concerns.

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding patterns that formed in early relationships and how they influence current connections. This approach can be helpful for people struggling with abandonment, intimacy, and relationship conflicts.

Haijin approaches each client collaboratively, recognizing that the right therapeutic method varies by person. She works with clients to explore which techniques best match their goals, needs, and preferences and adapts interventions over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy with Haijin is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit therapy into busy schedules and different life circumstances. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals and to continue therapeutic work from wherever the client is located within Australia.