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why choose us? what sets us apart?

We don’t believe in guesswork when it comes to your pain. That’s why we partner with Blueprint, a tool that lets us track your progress in real time. We don’t just hope you’re improving- we measure it. And the numbers don’t lie: since we started using Blueprint in 2021, 89% of our clients have shown significant improvement (see graph below).

Blueprint lets us hear you even when you’re not in session. If you’re struggling, we know. If something isn’t working, we adjust. This is about you- your healing, your life.

And because we believe you deserve the best care possible, we offer this service to you completely free. Because your mental health is worth fighting for.

This illustration summarizes actual data reported on the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) collected on Blueprint at Aspire Psychological in 2021 and 2022. The PHQ-9 is a self-administered depression module. As shown here, the average baseline score (collected on the first therapy session) averages at 10.14, which indicates “moderate depression”. As treatment progresses, patients gradually reported to feel less depressed over time, but usually peaked at around the 12th session, where difficult transformations/changes started to happen that might increase overall stress and depression. However, our data reported that patients start to feel significantly better again as they learn new coping skills, find new meaning, and sticking to their recover past Week 16. At around Week 20, we start to see significant progress among patients. Their reported progress indicates that their treatment outcome is “moderately significant/effective”.

This example illustration with real data is what our clinicians utilize in our sessions. Tracking our patient’s treatment outcome is helpful for us to make sure that our patients are progressing well during treatment, or if we need to make changes/adjustments to our therapy methods and approaches. We care, because you matter!

Patients & Peers reviews/feedbacks

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cindy chia’s TEDx Talk 2025

cindy chia’s KUTV INTERVIEW: how to manage burn out

Burnout isn’t always loud- and according to mental health expert, Cindy Chia CMHC from Aspire Psychological, today’s version looks very different from what we’re used to. In a recent interview with Kari Hawker-Diaz, Chia shed light on how trauma and hustle culture are quietly fueling emotional exhaustion, particularly among parents and working professionals.

In our society, being “booked and busy” is often seen as a badge of honor. But Chia warns this mindset can lead to harmful patterns- pushing people to their limits while silencing their need for rest and emotional care. If you’re feeling numb, disconnected, or simply going through the motions, you’re not alone and you don’t have to stay stuck. Recognizing this quieter burnout is the first step toward healing. More info on this segment here.

community give back

We don’t just sit in an office and talk about mental health. We live it. We fight for it. We take it into the real world, into our communities, into the places where people need hope the most.

Every year, we dedicated hours to volunteer our time and resources to help and fundraise for various causes, like aiding the victims of California Fires in 2025, government shut down community food pantry, volunteer at food banks, etc. We proudly stand beside our community, supporting organizations and events like the Daybreak Dragon Boat Festival, Utah Asian Chamber of Commerce, Equality Utah, Utah PRIDE Center, refugees centers, local schools, and various other events and fundraisers of resilience, culture, and the beauty of coming together.

Professional Awards/recognition

The world has taken notice of the work we do. But more importantly, so have the people whose lives we’ve changed.

In partnership of Utah Business and Living Color Utah, these organizations hosted their fifth annual Living Color Awards honor the individuals and organizations who are working toward a more equitable and inclusive future for our state. Congratulations to our Founder, Cindy Chia, for being awarded as 2023 Inspirational Leader in her work with the Asian mental health advocacy in Utah!

How are you involved in changing the landscape of Utah’s business community in regard to DEI?

I have been championing the cause of mental health within the Asian demographic both within my private practice and across my social media platform. Our approach involves active philanthropic contributions alongside dedicated participation in Asian-focused occasions such as Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) annual festivals, the Daybreak Dragon Boat Festival and others. Moreover, we curate authentic and empathetic content that sheds light on the challenges faced by the AAPI community within the realm of mental health.

What do you look forward to achieving most?

I anticipate a future where the majority of the Asian populace will liberate themselves from self-imposed stigma, embracing the notion that their sons and daughters can freely pursue mental health support. Envisioning a time when we can openly communicate our challenges without apprehension of societal censure or marginalization is a compelling aspiration.

Forbes Councils are exclusive, invitation-only communities created by Forbes in collaboration with a variety of industries and professions. These councils bring together successful and accomplished professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders in their respective fields. Members of Forbes Councils gain access to a curated network of peers, thought leaders, and resources, allowing them to connect, collaborate, and share insights.

Congratulations to our Founder, Cindy Chia, for being an Official Member of Forbes Council since 2023.

Membership in Forbes Councils is typically based on a nominee's achievements, leadership, and impact within their industry. Once accepted, members have the opportunity to participate in various activities such as exclusive events, virtual gatherings, and collaborative projects. The councils aim to foster a community of like-minded individuals who can exchange ideas, contribute to discussions, and enhance their professional development.

Cindy Chia (Hernandez) was awarded the Certificate of Effectiveness from ACORN in 2017 and 2018, where she had met and exceeded all of the ACORN Criteria for Effectiveness (ACE).

Most of the time, it is difficult to gauge if a patient is progressing or regressing in therapy. Therefore, Aspire Psychological takes pride in implementing effective treatment plan and measuring patient outcome by administering the empirically validated ACORN (A Collaborative Outcome Resource Network) Outcome Questionnaire at every session. The questionnaire allows us, providers, to ensure that our patients are achieving their goals in therapy.

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