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Choi Ieng “Alita” Cheang, AMFT, APCC
Trilingual Asian American Therapist in the Bay Area
Credentials & Education
- Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) & Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC)
- Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, Santa Clara University
Clinical Background & Experience
- Extensive clinical and research-backed expertise in community health and school-based settings
- Collaborates closely with clients and their broader care teams to foster resilience and wellness
Areas of Specialty
- Anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and adjustment-related stress
- Navigation of cultural identity, generational trauma, and complex family communication challenges
- Emotional regulation skill-building
Populations Served
- Asian American and immigrant communities
- Neurodivergent clients
Therapeutic Approach
- Style: Person-centered, culturally responsive, holistic, warm, and nonjudgmental
- Modalities: Integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and mindfulness-based approaches
Languages Spoken
- Fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English