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About
I am a registered psychologist trained in clinical psychology. I am a client-centred and trauma-informed therapist who works from a stance of compassion and curiosity. A migrant from Asia, fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese, I have firsthand experience of uprooting from what is familiar and reestablishing in a new environment. I also bring into the therapy room an experience of major career change. I feel privileged to be able to help people make personal recovery from life-changing circumstances, in rebuilding hope, redefining self-identity, assuming / re-assuming responsibilities, and leading a meaningful life.
I have particular interest in bipolar, mood and anxiety disorders and complex trauma. I am an LGBTQIA+ affirmative clinician. Making therapy meaningful and practical for each client is important to me, hence I work hard to collaborate with clients in therapy. Schema Therapy, ACT and CBT are therapeutic approaches I primarily use.
Reaching out for help takes courage; I am here to provide that safe space to support you in your journey of change. I think my clients appreciate that I provide an empowering and assuring presence in their journey of figuring out what is going on in their life and carving the path to a more meaningful and authentic future.
Call or Email Shiao-Hua Kwong for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 9111 2663
Finances
Pay By:
American Express, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, Visa
Accepted Insurance Plans
- Medicare Rebates
Verify your health insurance coverage when you arrange your first visit.
Qualifications
- Membership: Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency / General Registration
- Training: Clinical Psychology
MPsych, MAPS
Additional Credentials
- Membership: Australian Psychological Society / Member
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Specialties
Issues
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Stress
Mental Health
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Psychosis
Sexuality
- LGBTQ+
Client Focus
I also speak:
Cantonese, Hakka, Malay and Mandarin
Age
- Adults
Communities
- Bisexual Allied
- Gay Allied
- Intersex Allied
- Lesbian Allied
- Non-Binary Allied
- Queer Allied
- Racial Justice Allied
- Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Schema Therapy
Modality
- Individuals
Last Modified: 23 Jan 2023
(03) 9111 2663