Shiyu Lin 林诗雨

Shiyu Lin is an LSW candidate with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Chicago. She works with children and young adults (ages 0–20) experiencing developmental, behavioral, and/or mental health challenges, as well as their caregivers. Shiyu supports child developmental issues, child mental health, and social-emotional skills such as emotional regulation and socialization. 

Seeking support takes courage, and Shiyu hopes to be a safe place for families. She believes every child has a secret garden, waiting to be discovered, nurtured, and allowed to flourish. Through play and connection, especially with parents, children learn how to engage with the world. As a new immigrant, Shiyu understands the challenges of asking for help within a Western context and offers bilingual, culturally sensitive support in English and Mandarin. 

寻求支持需要勇气，我希望成为让你们安心的支持。我相信每个孩子都有一座“秘密花园”，等待被发现、灌溉和盛放。通过游戏和与父母的连接，孩子学会与世界互动。作为一名新移民，我理解在西方环境中寻求帮助的挑战，提供中英双语、文化上更包容的支持，陪伴你和孩子一起成长。 

In her free time, Shiyu enjoys cooking, jigsaw puzzles, and embroidery. 

Client focus: Children and young adults (ages 0–20), caregivers 

Languages spoken: Mandarin, English 

Format: Hybrid (In-person & Virtual) 

Specialties: Child developmental issues, child mental health, social-emotional skills (emotional regulation, socialization) 

Types of therapy offered: DIRFloortime®, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Therapy