Sharon Qi

Sharon Qi, PhD, LPCC, BCBA, is a licensed therapist who specializes in adolescents and young adults with high-functioning autism, particularly during transitions to high school, college, and early career. She also supports parents with practical strategies to navigate these stages.

She earned a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Pittsburgh and a master's in Counseling Education from San Jose State University. Her treatment approaches include Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), bibliotherapy, and client-centered multicultural therapy.

Dr. Qi has taught in school districts, conducted research at the Stanford Research Institute (SRI), worked as a product/program manager in a high-technology company, and currently teaches part time at San Jose State University. She identifies sources of stress, considers environmental factors affecting emotional regulation, and tailors care to improve functioning and quality of life.