Qianru Zhao, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Qianru is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Qianru is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Mandarin
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Qianru
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 10 years of clinical experience. My therapeutic approach aims to help you attune to your feelings, make sense of their roots, and become more aware of unhelpful cognitive, behavioral & relational patterns. As a therapist, I endeavor to keep a good balance between providing unconditional support and holding you accountable for making positive changes to improve your life and relationships. Together, we will explore new ways to manage your difficult emotions and thoughts and work towards living your life in a more engaged and fulfilling way.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Qianru Zhao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609289537.
- LMFT · California · 120031 · Renews July 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Qianru Zhao offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Qianru Zhao works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Qianru Zhao speak?
Qianru Zhao speaks Mandarin.
How many years of experience does Qianru Zhao have?
Qianru Zhao has 5 years of experience.
Where is Qianru Zhao licensed to practice?
Qianru Zhao is licensed to practice in California.
Does Qianru Zhao accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Qianru Zhao does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Qianru Zhao offer?
Qianru Zhao offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Psychodynamic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Qianru Zhao?
Qianru Zhao can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Qianru Zhao?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.