Sandy Tien

Clinical Psychologist

Name: Sandy Tien
Profession: Clinical Psychologist
Nationality: Taiwan
Language(s): English, Mandarin, Taiwanese
Degree(s): Master of Science
Country Licensed: Taiwan
SIMHA Membership Status: Associate member
Services / Specialties:Psychoeducational Assessment (6+), Adolescence and adults, ADHD/ASD, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Self-harm, EMDR, IFS, CBT, ACT, Chinese and English.
Insurance: Yes

Personal Introduction

Sandy Tien, M.S. Licensed Clinical Psychologist | Columbia University Affiliate Scholar
Specializing in Psychoeducational Assessment & Attachment-Based Psychotherapy

Sandy is a senior licensed clinical psychologist currently practicing at United Family Healthcare (和睦家). With extensive experience in Shanghai’s premier international medical systems, including Parkway Health (百匯) and Olivia’s Place, she provides a bridge between diagnostic clarity and transformative healing for neurodivergent individuals and their families.

Sandy’s clinical passion blends attachment-based models with trauma-informed approaches like EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS). She helps clients heal relational patterns and foster a compassionate relationship with themselves, grounded in the belief that “change happens when individuals are held within safe relationships and responsive systems.”

Core Expertise:

  • Psychoeducational Assessment:One of the few specialists in Shanghai providing comprehensive evaluations for ADHD, Autism (ASD), and Learning Disabilities (Dyslexia). She provides essential clinical reports for IEP/504 plans in international schools.
  • Neurodivergent-Affirming Therapy:Supporting children (8+) and adolescents in navigating emotional regulation, social complexity, and school adjustment.
  • Adult & Relational Therapy:Deep therapeutic work focused on healing attachment wounds, trauma recovery, and family-of-origin issues.
  • Parenting & Couples:Empowering families through Circle of Security (COSP) and Prepare/Enrich assessments to foster secure, lasting connections.

Education & Experience

  • Current:Clinical Psychologist, United Family Healthcare (和睦家)
  • Affiliate Scholar, Parent-Infant Psychotherapy,Columbia University, USA
  • S. in Clinical Psychology, Chang Gung University, Taiwan
  • Former:Clinical Psychologist at Parkway Health & Olivia’s Place, Shanghai

Credentials

  • Licensed Clinical Psychologist(Taiwan) | Licensed Psychotherapist (China)
  • EMDRIA-Trained Therapist | Certified Circle of Security & Prepare/Enrich Facilitator

Service Information

Working Hours: Flexible but preferably weekday 9 am-6 pm
Fee Ranges: 1000-1500 RMB per session. Contact for details about assessment and insurance.
Insurance Claims: Direct billing through United Family Pudong Clinic
Arrival Date/Departure Date: Aug 2017/TBD
Services / Specialties:
Assessment: School-age (6+) to Adolescents and Adult.
Therapy (Online): Children (8+), Adolescents, and Adults (up to age 60).

Contact Details

Location (Puxi vs. Pudong): United Family Pudong Clinic
District: Pudong and online
Email: yhtien20@gmail.com