Annie Chen, Trauma-Informed Behavior Analyst
Annie Chen is a third-culture, Chinese American, and the daughter of an immigrant. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and certified trauma breath coach dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations through trauma-informed practices. With nearly a decade of experience in the therapeutic field, she offers training, workshops, and individual support, integrating applied behavioral science, breathwork, and Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) – a compassion-focused approach. Annie specializes in understanding the root causes of everyday challenges, particularly for neurodivergent individuals. Her unique experience includes applying ABA within the foster care system, piloting inclusive preschool programs, crisis prevention, and serving diverse multicultural populations. From training groups of 50+ educators to leading remote parent training sessions (as far as Tanzania!), Annie's expertise extends to mental health panels, conflict resolution for couples, and group breathwork workshops. She is passionate about fostering self-awareness and creating both positive and permanent change for those who seek her services.
Annie is passionate about creating a world where healthy coping skills and relationship-building are commonplace, not rarities. Recognizing that healthy children need healthy adults, she dedicates her work to empowering individuals and organizations through a holistic approach. Her (ongoing) healing journey has provided invaluable insight into the transformative power of these strategies, fueling her commitment to helping others understand the root causes of their everyday struggles and build a future that comes with freedom and clarity.
Specialties:
A decade of experience working with neurodivergent individuals
Certified Trauma Breath Coach
Certified Trauma and resilience trainer in education (CTRT-E)
ACE provider for CEU’s
Trauma aware & trauma-informed
Inclusion Trainer for school systems
Integrative & Holistic
Brainz Magazine executive article contributor