I first became interested in mental health during a youth camp as a teenager, when I witnessed many young people with their talents and gifts were experiencing a lot of hurt from relationships with family and friends. Realising the importance of support, I started my journey to pursue psychology. Although I detoured into events management for a short period, I returned to continue my journey in becoming a counsellor. In the process, I grew to appreciate the importance of acknowledging the space for the human experience in joy, love, pain, suffering etc. in our lives. 

This appreciation led me to adopt a gentle approach in working with people through Person-Centered Therapy. I believe that we encounter many expectations in our daily lives – from ourselves and sometimes from others such as family, friends, superiors and colleagues. Therefore, I seek to create a warm and safe space where individuals can feel comfortable to explore, reflect, and gain more awareness of themselves – free from expectations or pressure. My role is to accompany individuals as they navigate their challenges, serving as a sounding board in this space. Often, I notice their strengths and inner resilience emerging, which can become powerful resources for growth and healing.

With children and young people, I adopt a similar approach in supporting them to feel comfortable being themselves, while also working with parents/ guardians to foster understanding and create a supportive environment for the child’s growth and wellbeing. I tend to take on a more active approach, incorporating elements of play therapy and expressive art therapy to help young clients express themselves in creative and meaningful ways.

In my training, I worked with clients ranging from children to middle-aged adults, and gained some experience working with issues related to anxiety, life transitions, career, finances, self-identity, behavioural issues in school, academic pressure, family/friendship conflicts, emotional regulation and stress management. Being of mixed Eurasian-Chinese heritage, I appreciate diversity and am open and curious to learn about other cultures, as well as how it shapes our worldview. 

As I continue to grow as a counsellor, I am committed to provide care and support for those I work with in their personal journey to express themselves.