Therapy that honors all parts of you

—your culture, your story, your relationships.

Hi, I’m Dr. Jingshuai Du— a Chinese immigrant, a wife, a new mom, a daughter and a partner in a biracial marriage and a licensed marriage and family therapist. Life is full of roles, and I wear many, just like you.

I specialize in supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and families—especially those navigating life transitions, cultural identity, motherhood, neurodiversity, and complex intergenerational dynamics for over 8 years.

My work is deeply rooted in the belief that healing happens when we feel safe, seen, and connected—not just to others, but to ourselves.

Why I do this work

As a Chinese immigrant, a mother, a partner in biracial relationships and a therapist, I understand what it’s like to live in between cultures—balancing personal growth with family and cultural expectations. I know what it’s like to juggle expectations, navigate big transitions, and search for a sense of balance. These lived experiences shape how I show up—with humility, warmth, and a deep respect for each client’s story.

I became a therapist because I care deeply about helping people make sense of their inner world, strengthen their relationships, and reclaim their sense of wholeness. I know how powerful it is to be truly heard, especially when your experiences don’t fit into mainstream narratives.

My approach

I practice from an attachment-based, emotionally attuned lens. Whether we’re working individually, as a couple, or with your family, I aim to create a warm, non-judgmental space where all parts of you are welcome—including the parts that feel uncertain, stuck, or conflicted.

My work is culturally responsive and trauma-informed. I integrate Eastern values of family, harmony, and interdependence with evidence-based Western practices.

Outside the therapy room

Outside of work, you’ll find me reading memoirs, exploring nature with my family, biking, and cooking. I’m fascinated by people’s life stories and resilience, which is probably why I’m so passionate about therapy in the first place.

If you’re looking for a therapist who truly understands your cultural and emotional landscape—我在这里,陪你走一段回到自己的路｡

Credentials:

  • Licensed Graduate Marriage and Family Therapist (Maryland; License number: LGM758)

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (Washington; Licensed number: MG61577011)

  • Certified Neurodiverse Couple therapist by the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity (AANE)

Education:

  • PhD in Family Science, University of Maryland at College Park, 2023

  • Master in Couple and Family Therapy, Kansas State University, Manhattan, 2019

  • Master in Social Work, Peking University, Beijing, 2016

Trainings:

  • New Approaches to working with Men and Couples in Psychotherapy ( Trainer: Dr. Ayrum G. Weiss) 8/22/23

  • Families at the Crossroads: Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (Trainer: Dr. James Furrow). 11/04/22-11/05/22

  • Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy Level 1 (Trainer: Dr. Lorrie Brubacher). 2/25/2022-2/26/2020

  • Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy Core skill Part 1 (Trainer: Dr. Ting Liu). 2/11/2022-2/12/2020

  • Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy Externship (Trainer: Dr. Sharon Chatkupt Lee). 09/2021-10/2021

  • Certification 201: Case Presentations & Advanced Topics in Neurodiverse Couples Therapy. 11/2021-01/2022

  • Training 101. Fundamentals of Working with Neurodiverse Couples in Therapy. 08/2021Education & Licensure: