Draft:Cindy Chia

Cindy Yii Fang Chia is a clinical mental health counselor, psychotherapist, and mental health advocate based in Utah. She is the founder of Aspire Psychological, an outpatient mental health practice providing evidence-based therapy for trauma, anxiety, and depression.

Early life

Chia earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of South Australia and a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Central Oklahoma.[citation needed] She completed a postgraduate fellowship at Harvard University and clinical training at Sunbeam Family Services in Oklahoma. [1][non-primary source needed]

Career

Aspire Psychological

Chia founded Aspire Psychological in South Jordan, Utah, where she treats trauma, anxiety, depression, and related mental health concerns using evidence-based techniques, including Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Exposure and response prevention (ERP), Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative therapy, and Person-centered therapy.[citation needed]

Media appearances

Chia has appeared as a guest on regional broadcast programs:

KUTV Fresh Living - "How to Break the Cycle of Generational Trauma"

During this appearance, Chia discussed the effects of childhood trauma on adult life, including its impact on relationships, career development, and personal well-being. She demonstrated how traumatic experiences can create recurring patterns across multiple areas of life and explained strategies for recognizing these patterns and applying coping and communication techniques.[2][3]

ABC4 Good Things Utah - “Make Breaking the Trauma Cycle Affordable”

Chia addressed how unresolved trauma can influence daily functioning and interpersonal relationships. She described her educational course, Unbreakable, as a tool to increase awareness of trauma-related patterns, improve communication skills, and support emotional regulation and resilience. The segment focused on general principles of trauma-informed care and practical approaches to managing the effects of trauma.[4][5]

KSL Studio 5 – “Are You in a Trauma Bond? Here Are the 5 Signs to Watch For”

Chia discussed the concept of trauma bonding, defined as relationships in which manipulation by an abuser fosters dependency. She explained how unresolved trauma can affect interpersonal dynamics and described therapeutic approaches such as EMDR, journaling, boundary setting, and self-care. The segment aimed to inform viewers about recognizing and addressing patterns of trauma bonding[6][7]

Public speaking

In September 2025, Chia delivered a TedXTalk at TEDxSaltLakeCity titled "Giving Validation and Language to Climate Grief". The talk explored the psychological and emotional effects of climate change, framing climate-related distress as a valid human response. Chia discussed how environmental stressors, including air pollution, wildfires, heat waves, and drought, can contribute to anxiety, grief, and disruptions to daily life. She highlighted the concept of climate grief and emphasized the importance of acknowledging these feelings as part of the healing process. The talk drew on clinical experience and research to provide insight into the emotional impact of environmental challenges.[8][9]

Recognition

Utah Business – Living Color Awards (2023) - Named an Inspirational Leader for contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion.[10]

References

  1. ^ "Aspire Psychological". Retrieved 2025-12-19.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  2. ^ "How to break the cycle of generational trauma". 29 August 2023. Retrieved 2025-12-19.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  3. ^ "How to break the cycle of generational trauma - YouTube". YouTube. 30 August 2023. Retrieved 2025-12-19.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  4. ^ "Affordable way to breaking the trauma cycle ABC4 Utah". 11 September 2023. Retrieved 2025-12-19.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  5. ^ "Make breaking the trauma cycle affordable - YouTube". YouTube. 12 September 2023. Retrieved 2025-12-19.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  6. ^ "Are you in a trauma bond? Here are the 5 signs to watch for". November 2022. Retrieved 2025-12-19.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  7. ^ "Are you in a trauma bond? Here are the 5 signs to watch for - YouTube". YouTube. November 2022. Retrieved 2025-12-19.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  8. ^ "TEDxSaltLakeCity - Cindy Chia". Retrieved 2025-12-19.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  9. ^ "Giving validation and language to climate grief". YouTube. 19 November 2025. Retrieved 2025-12-19.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  10. ^ "Meet the winners of the 2023 Living Color Awards – Utah Business". 12 September 2023. Retrieved 2025-12-19.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)

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