Xiaoxiao Dan, M.A., RCC
Registered Clinical Counsellor · Langley · Surrey · Online in BC
I help adults, couples and families with anxiety, burnout, relationship conflict, parenting stress, and the quiet strain of building a life in a new country.
“An” (安) means peace, calm and safety.
Is this for you?
You don’t need the perfect words for it. We can start with whatever feels most pressing and go at a pace that feels right for you.
Book a free 15-min consultationYour mind won’t switch off. You feel anxious, tense or on edge more often than not.
Work, family and everything else have left you running on empty.
You and your partner keep having the same argument, and it’s starting to feel like distance.
Parenting is harder than you expected, especially in a culture different from the one you grew up in.
Your family’s expectations and the life you want are pulling you in different directions.
You moved here for a better life, and it’s been lonelier and harder than anyone told you.
Something big has changed — a move, a loss, a new role — and you haven’t found your footing yet.
You feel stuck or disconnected, and you’re not sure where to start.
Services
Every session can be in Mandarin or English — or a mix of both, whatever feels most natural to you.
A private space to untangle what you’re carrying, understand your patterns, and build steadier ways of coping.
50 min · $150 in person · $140 online
Learn moreSlow the conflict down, understand what’s underneath it, and find your way back to each other.
90 min · $170
Learn moreHelp family members hear each other again — especially when generations or cultures see things differently.
90 min · $190
Learn moreAbout
I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor working with individuals, couples and families in Langley, Surrey and online across BC. Many of the people I see are navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship strain, or the many adjustments — big and small — that come with immigration.
My own cross-cultural background has taught me that some things are easier to say in one language than another, and that family, culture and expectations shape how we cope. With me, you don’t have to translate yourself or explain every cultural nuance from scratch.
My style is gentle, collaborative and practical. We’ll move at a pace that feels manageable, make sense of the patterns that keep you stuck, and work toward the changes that matter in your everyday life.
“We are not determined by our experiences, but are self-determined by the meaning we give them.”
Why language matters
For many people, it’s easier to talk about emotions, family roles, migration and identity in the language that feels most natural. You may be able to say things more fully when you don’t have to translate them first.
Speak in Mandarin, English, or move between both
Name family and cultural dynamics more naturally
Feel understood in the context of immigration and bicultural life
Skip the pressure of explaining every nuance from scratch
Getting started
Ask questions, share a little about what’s going on, and see whether we’re a good fit. No pressure and no commitment.
In person at my Langley or Surrey office, or by secure video from anywhere in BC. In Mandarin, English, or both.
In our first session we’ll talk about what brought you in and what you’d like to be different. You decide what to share, and when.
Fees & insurance
Sessions can often be reimbursed through extended health benefits.
Many BC extended health plans cover part or all of the cost of counselling with a Registered Clinical Counsellor. I’ll give you a receipt with my registration details to submit for reimbursement.
As an approved Crime Victim Assistance Program provider, I can bill CVAP directly for eligible clients, so you don’t pay upfront for covered sessions.
Reduced fees based on household income may be available for people experiencing financial hardship. Just ask.
| Free consultation15 minutes · phone or video | Free |
|---|---|
| Individual counselling50 minutes · in person | $150 |
| Individual counselling50 minutes · online | $140 |
| Couples counselling90 minutes | $170 |
| Family counselling90 minutes | $190 |
Locations
Inside All-Care Medical Clinic
12827 76 AveSecure video
From anywhere in BC. Your video link is emailed before each appointment.
FAQ
Book a free 15-minute consultation online, call 672-890-2226, or send a message using the form below. We’ll talk briefly about what you’re looking for and, if it feels like a good fit, book a first session.
We’ll talk about what brings you here and what you hope will change, and set a comfortable pace together. There’s no pressure to share more than you want to.
Yes. Sessions can be in Mandarin, English, or a mix of both — many clients switch depending on the topic. Use whatever feels most natural.
In person at my offices in Langley (9440 202 St) and Surrey (All-Care Medical Clinic, 12827 76 Ave), or online by secure video anywhere in BC.
Weekday daytime appointments are currently available. You can see live availability and choose a time that works for you on the online booking page.
Many BC extended health plans offer partial or full coverage for sessions with a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), but every plan is different. Check your benefits booklet or call your insurer to ask whether RCCs are covered and whether a doctor’s referral is needed. I provide receipts with my registration details for reimbursement.
Yes. I’m an approved counselling provider for BC’s Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP). If you have eligible CVAP coverage, I can bill CVAP directly so you aren’t paying upfront for covered sessions. Please mention CVAP when you reach out so we can confirm the details.
A sliding fee scale based on household income may be available for clients experiencing financial hardship. Please ask about current availability.
Yes. What you share in counselling is kept confidential. There are a few legal exceptions — for example, if someone’s safety is at serious risk — and I’ll explain them clearly in our first session.
Yes. Many clients come in with stress around immigration, cultural identity, family expectations, and living between languages and cultures. It’s a big part of my work.
Contact
Book online, call, or send a message — in English or Mandarin. I usually reply within 1–2 business days.