“It can feel isolating at times to work towards goals on your own, especially while going through significant life transitions or experiencing any stressors. I am here to support you along the way and advocate for you.”

Cassidy Fan (she/her) is a Taiwanese American psychotherapist with a Master of Social Work from University of Southern California. She is also currently a Doctor of Psychology candidate at Pepperdine University. As a first-generation Asian American, Cassidy’s experiences are unique which fueled her passions to pursue a career in psychotherapy to serve marginalized and vulnerable populations. Her training and background have allowed her to utilize and combine treatment modalities best suited for her clients’ unique needs. Cassidy utilizes a person-centered approach and strength-based approach which empowers the client to recognize themselves as the expert to better focus on their goals. Cassidy also aims to provide a calm, affirming, safe, and culturally appropriate space to ensure her clients receive the most supportive environment possible to ensure their growth.

Before Taming Shame, Cassidy’s background includes:

Serving the veteran population at the VA Medical Center in San Diego,

Serving teens, Asian/Asian American and LGBTQIA+ populations at a local non-profit,

Serving as a registered behavioral interventionist for children with Autism.

Her therapeutic interests include but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, relationships and family issues, healthy communication, disordered eating/body issues, persons of color, intergenerational trauma, women’s issues, LGBTQIA+, and life transitions.

In her free time, Cassidy enjoys coffee shops, food adventures, going to the gym, spending time with her dog, and engaging in a self-care regimen.

Cassidy also speaks conversational Mandarin.