Gezhou Li , LMHC

Gezhou Li is a bicultural, bilingual licensed therapist based in New York City who helps people navigate trauma, difficult relationships, cultural identity struggles, and addiction. She earned a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Yeshiva University and brings eight years of clinical experience to her work. As an LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, she is trained to assess, diagnose, and treat a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

Her approach emphasizes increasing self-awareness as a foundation for lasting change, and she uses that skill to support clients in building healthier patterns and clearer life direction. Gezhou speaks from personal experience about the time and effort it can take to find one’s place and vocational calling, and she aims to smooth that process for others. She blends practical strategies with thoughtful exploration so clients can better understand the forces shaping their choices and responses.

Gezhou’s work is grounded in helping people regain a sense of agency over their lives. She believes meaningful change is possible and partners with clients to identify steps toward greater wellbeing and purpose.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Gezhou Li draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR to address a range of concerns. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an empathic, nonjudgmental space where the client’s own goals and values guide the work - this approach helps people build self-awareness, confidence, and clearer direction in relationships and life choices. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps process distressing memories and lessen their emotional impact over time.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Gezhou works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and she adjusts techniques so the therapeutic path fits the individual. Licensed professionals often combine elements from different approaches to create a tailored plan that feels manageable and relevant.

Online therapy with Gezhou uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and access regardless of location. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and engage in therapy from familiar surroundings while still receiving skilled professional support.