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Jay Jiayuan Ruan, LCSW

LCSW guiding adults through relationship challenges
  • Relationship challenges
  • Anxiety and stress
  • Grief and self-esteem

About Jay Jiayuan Ruan

Jay Jiayuan Ruan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who brings a compassionate, insight-driven approach to supporting adults facing relationship difficulties, life transitions, work-related stress, and emotional struggles. With more than four years of clinical experience, he blends Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) and psychodynamic techniques to explore the underlying patterns and early-life influences that often shape present-day concerns.

Ruan prioritizes uncovering root causes while helping clients develop practical coping strategies and greater emotional awareness. His work emphasizes building resilience and nurturing a therapeutic space where people can examine attachment patterns, communication habits, and longstanding emotional wounds. He aims to move clients beyond mere symptom management toward deeper understanding and sustainable tools for navigating relationships and personal challenges.

LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a professional credential in clinical social work. Ruan frames therapy as collaborative and strengths-based, offering steady guidance for those who want to better understand their struggles and cultivate lasting change in their relationships and sense of self.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-love

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jay Jiayuan Ruan have?

He has 5 years of clinical experience working with adults on relationship dysfunctions, life transitions, stress, and emotional concerns.

Is Jay Jiayuan Ruan a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LCSW credential, which means Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are CA LCSW 116239.

In which languages does Jay Jiayuan Ruan provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Jay Jiayuan Ruan located?

He is located in California.

How can I work with Jay Jiayuan Ruan as my therapist?

You can work with Jay Jiayuan Ruan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jay Jiayuan Ruan work with international clients?

Yes, Jay Jiayuan Ruan works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jay Jiayuan Ruan 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 canceled 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.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?

Many people consider remote therapy when juggling busy schedules or seeking a more convenient way to access support. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions, online therapy is an effective option for many individuals and can offer outcomes comparable to traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility - clients can connect in the format that works best for them, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to maintain consistency in care and to fit therapy into everyday life.

Licensed professionals and therapists deliver care through these remote formats, and it is possible to change therapists if a different match is needed. Online therapy can be a practical, accessible way to work on emotional concerns and relationship issues while keeping therapy aligned with each person’s schedule and preferences.

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