Our Therapeutic Spaces
Templestowe
Bounded by gentle rolling hills to the east and blue skies all around, Templestowe hosts a gem blue tributary winding amidst its lush foliage. Templestowe is inviting and soothing, and home to Dr Annabelle.
Kew
“A place of shade” in its native Woiwurrung tongue, Kew provided respite to early settlers who had travelled across oceans and continents in pursuit of promised treasures. Kew is a cosy and safe space for couples and individuals.
Doncaster
Situated atop a mound between the Kingslake Range to the north and the Healsville range to the east, Doncaster is a beautiful orchard and gateway to the wooded countryside. Doncaster rejuvenates and relaxes the body and mind.
Dandenong
Densely forested with red gum, the undulating lands of Dandenong bore the spectacle of the majestic Dandenong Ranges, or “Tanjenong” in the native Woiwurrung tongue. Dandenong is calming yet breathtaking.
Daylesford
Nestled in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, Daylesford is renown for its natural mineral springs. Home to the leafy Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens situated atop an extinct volcano, Daylesford provides shelter and respite for man and wildlife.
Fitzroy
Overlooked by a gentle hill to the East, Fitzroy is nestled between leafy gardens that lightly bask its inhabitants in scents of Eucalyptus. Fitzroy evokes the memories of a nourishing summer’s breeze.
Richmond
Shaped by ancient volcanic activity, Richmond was an eclectic mix of villas, tanneries and brickworks. Home to many cultures and orientations, Richmond is calming and harmonious in its infinite combinations.
St Kilda
Home to the Boon Wurrung people of the Kulin Nation, early tribal gatherings were held at a very old red gum tree in St Kilda known as the ‘Corroboree Tree’. St Kilda is hospitable and welcoming.
Yarra
The Yarra River or ‘Birrarung’ as it is known to the indigenous Wurundjeri people means the "Place of Mists and Shadows”. Set among hills and valleys in nature’s undisturbed brushland, Yarra is peaceful and serene.
Anglesea
Along Great Ocean Road, Anglesea celebrates life by the sea with her towering cliffs, sandy white beaches, and costal trails lined with an abundance of flora. Anglesea is tranquil, like a warm summer day.
Balwyn
Home to the Maranoa Gardens, Australia's first botanical garden dedicated to indigenous flora, light floral scents waft through the streets of Balwyn. Balwyn is refreshing and calming.
Box Hill
A favoured area for landscape artists who wanted to paint the Australian bush, and where the Australian movement in Western art was born. Box Hill is kind and accepting with open arms.
Brunswick
With annual music festivals, Brunswick is known for its lively arts and music scene that brings people from across the country together. Brunswick is harmonious and uplifts the soul.
Bulleen
Populated by billabongs (oxbow lakes), Bulleen sustained the Manna Gum people on its river flats with abundant wild fish and ducks. Bulleen beckons with equal parts harmony and serenity.
Camberwell
Built on rolling hills with stunning views of the city below, Camberwell is known for its historic residences. Just like its leafy streets, Camberwell is tranquil and soothing.
Chadstone
Nestled between Scotchman's Creek and the Glen Waverley railway line, Chadstone is a small and cozy suburb. Chadstone is filled with a sense of calm and quiet.
Clayton
Housing numerous heritage buildings, Clayton was formally home to sprawling farmlands, flower fields, and pastures where horses and cows could be found grazing. Clayton is peaceful and uplifting.
Flemington
Cradled between the Maribyrnong River and Moonee Ponds Creek, Flemington is known for its cozy cottages from the victorian and edwardian eras. Flemington is homely and serene.
Heidelberg
Christened after the Germanic city of Romanticism, Heidelberg was a city nestled amid the rural green lungs of Warringal. Charming and quaint, Heidelberg invites weary souls to rest among its green spaces.
Parkville
Home to the renowed University of Melbourne, Parkville is a leafy and charming suburb with many heritage houses. Parkville is a sanctuary amidst a bustling city - calming and comforting.
Port Fairy
A charming little fishing village at that awaits travellers at the end of the Great Ocean Road, Port Fairy is a town in love with history and the arts. Port Fairy is warm and harmonious.
Preston
With an eclectic mix of victorian and modern housing, Preston combines history and contemporary in a vibrant celebration of artistry and diversity. Preston is lively and accepting.
Seabrook
Aboriginal settlers, the Yalukit Wilum, led lives that were intertwined with nature and the sea with native grasslands, creeks, and fauna habitats. Seabrook is soothing and wafting with a gentle salty breeze.
Springvale
At the doorstep of the Dandenong Ranges National Park, Springvale is surrounded by natural springs, hence its name. With its lush market gardens, Springvale is rejuvenating and settles the mind.
Malvern
Malvern is an inner suburb of Melbourne, known for its rich heritage. Malvern is calming and comforting.
Southbank
Bordered to the north by the Yarra River, Southbank is known for its high rise development with a scenic view. Southbank is a city full of life.
Mentone
Located within the City of Kingston, Mentone is know for its sprawling beaches, and abundance of parks and trees. Mentone is homely and rejuvenating.
Our Clinicians
Dr Annabelle Chow
周泳伶博士
Clinical Psychologist
Annabelle is a Clinical Psychologist practising in Singapore. She has worked in hospital, educational and community settings in Australia and Singapore. She is a clinical supervisor, and a certified ASIST trainer with LivingWorks Education to provide suicide prevention workshops. She regularly works with patients with complex trauma, personality disorders, or are at risk of suicide and self-harm.
What does a Clinical Psychologist do?
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Singapore law requires a disclosure that a psychology qualification is not a medical or dental qualification
Dr Daphne Goh
吴芸霖博士
Clinical Psychologist
Daphne practises as a clinical psychologist and works with adolescents and adults experiencing various distresses ranging from anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues to existential concerns, workplace stress and relationship difficulties (including sexual difficulties). Her main areas of interest lies in relationship and attachment concerns, existential issues and adjustment and stress disorders.
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Singapore law requires a disclosure that a psychology qualification is not a medical or dental qualification
Dr Lidia Suárez
Clinical Psychologist
Lidia has a special interest in persons who suffer from depression, anxiety, anger, personality disorders, trauma, bipolar disorder, interpersonal relationships problems, or other difficulties.
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Singapore law requires a disclosure that a psychology qualification is not a medical or dental qualification
Dr Tay Yi Ling
郑伊玲博士
Clinical Psychologist
Yi Ling works with adults experiencing emotional and/or mental health difficulties related to depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment to major life changes, and personality disorders. She recognises that underlying many of these difficulties lie challenges to individuals’ deeply held values and beliefs. Yi Ling has a special interest in in assisting clients in making meaning of their experiences, trauma, and grief and loss issues.
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Dr Nick Buckley
Clinical Psychologist (Consultant)
Nick is an experienced Clinical Psychologist and a Lacanian Psychoanalyst in formation. He addresses a range of presentations including mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, psychosomatic, grief, loss, anger, adjustment, and relationship or familial difficulties.
Nick provides online psychotherapy clients via our secure telehealth platform.
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Angelin Truscott
蔡曉瑩
Counselling Psychologist
Angelin provides psychological support to children and adults who are affected by a range of concerns including but not limited to anxiety and depression, social-emotional challenges, adjustment difficulties as well as relationship and familial issues. She enjoys working with individuals who are motivated in understanding and improving their personal or social circumstances.
Christine Kwek
郭淑平
Clinical Psychologist
Christine conducts psychotherapy and clinical assessments to children & adolescents with mood and anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, chronic school refusal, and neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder). She works collaboratively with children and youth as well as their families and schools.
Cristina Gwynn
Clinical Psychologist
Cristina provides psychotherapy to individuals who experience a range of concerns and presentations, including anxiety and mood disorders (eg. depression, social anxiety disorder, specific phobias, obsessive compulsive disorder), post-traumatic stress disorder, anger, somatic symptom disorders, interpersonal relationship problems, adjustment issues, attachment issues, relationship or familial difficulties. She draws from therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness approaches.
Dawn Chia
谢惠名
Clinical Psychologist
Dawn is experienced in working with people who suffer from Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) as well as trauma-related issues. Dawn also has a special interest in geriatric conditions including adjustment disorders, dementia as well as grief and loss. She adopts an empathic and non-judgmental approach to create a safe and nurturing space in therapy, to facilitate important and honest conversations with her clients.
Diana Santoso
苏仪玲
Counselling Psychologist
Diana provides therapy to adults for depressive disorders, mood and anxiety issues, as well as trauma- and attachment-related issues. She practices an integrative therapeutic approach and draws from psychodynamic-informed and trauma-based modalities, as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Mindfulness practices. She is also trained in Attachment-focused Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (AF-EMDR Parts 1 to 3).
Haanusia
ஹனுசியா
Clinical Psychologist
Haanusia draws from her wealth of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, self-harm issues, post-natal anxiety, grief and loss in the perinatal population, and developmental disorders like ADHD and ASD. She builds a safe, respectful, open space for communication and dialogue to explore and work on mental health concerns
Jiayong Lin
林佳永
Clinical Psychologist
Jiayong has extensive experience working with child and adult populations diagnosing and addressing neurodevelopmental conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Intellectual Disability, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Specific Learning Disorders. He also addresses Anxiety and Mood Disorders such as Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Phobia, and Depression.
Kingslin Ho
何京霖
Counsellor
Kingslin, a counsellor based in Singapore, brings extensive experience from both hospital and community settings. Specialising in diverse psychological issues, including attachment injuries, mood disorders, and trauma, she works with individuals of all ages. Kingslin guides couples through conflicts, aiding them in improving communication and rebuilding trust.
Lisa Tang
唐燕玥
Clinical Psychologist
Lisa Tang is a Clinical Psychologist in Singapore. She has extensive experience working with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and relational issues. Lisa's therapeautic orientation extends to her work with children, youths, and families, offering support for emotional and behavioural challenges stemming from traumatic experiences.
Lynn Ng
黄静婷
Clinical Psychologist
Lynn is a Clinical Psychologist with experience in community and hospital settings providing psychological services to help individuals through their emotional difficulties. She adopts an eclectic approach to therapy and selects from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-based approaches, and brief dynamic psychotherapy.
Maximillian Chen
陈儒扬
Clinical Psychologist
Max has experience in helping adults with depression, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorder, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and somatic symptom disorder. He also has a special interest in helping people who have significant difficulties coping with chronic illnesses.
Mira Yoon
윤미라
Art Psychotherapist
Mira is an Art Psychotherapist. She specialises in using visual arts as a medium of language for psychotherapy. Through the therapeutic use of arts, Mira guides her clients who experience emotional challenges and psychological distress to attain healing and growth.
Nasriah Rizman
Clinical Psychologist
Nasriah has experience in providing psychotherapy to persons with mood and anxiety disorders and stress. She also has experience in assessing neurodevelopment conditions in addition to providing clients with therapeutic support. She is well versed in Triple P Postive Parenting Programme and Fear-less Triple P (anxiety management).
Soh Wei Jie
苏炜杰
Clinical Psychologist
Wei Jie specialises in working with people diagnosed with neurodevelopmental conditions like ASD, ADHD, and intellectual disability, as well as mood and anxiety disorders. He supports young clients with conduct or oppositional behaviors and employs evidence-based modalities such as visual teaching and CBT to address their needs. He emphasises holistic approaches to support his clients and their families, aiming to improve their daily functioning.
Stephanie Chan
陳佳蕾
Clinical Psychologist
Stephanie is a Clinical Psychologist and provides psychotherapy to persons suffering from depression, anxiety, burnout, bereavement, difficulties with adjustment, attachment issues, and interpersonal difficulties. She has also worked with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in a hospital setting.
Sylvia Chou
周昕韵
Counselling Psychologist
Sylvia is a counselling psychologist with a profound commitment to suicide/self-harm prevention and intervention. She provides psychotherapy to people who experience mood and anxiety disorders, as well as borderline personality disorder. Sylvia employs a unique approach, combing Somatic Experiencing and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), tailored to address the distinctive needs of clients.
Yuka Aiga
相賀ゆか
Counselling Psychologist (Consultant)
Yuka has a depth and breadth of experience as a marriage and family therapist. She has experience in relationships and interracial issues, marriage and divorce, family conflict, trauma and abuse, affairs, PTSD, domestic violence, grief and loss, parenting, infertility and reproductive health, miscarriage, pre-marital counselling, and depression.
Ling Ling
詹灵灵
Counsellor
(Marriage and Family Therapist)
Ling Ling is a Marriage Counsellor. She provides marital and couples therapy utilising the Gottman Method Couples Therapy (Gottman Level 3). She works towards providing a client-cantered environment that offers every person positive regard and respect. She supports the clients by working collaboratively with them.
Wendy Yeap
Counsellor
(Marriage and Family Therapist)
Wendy is a Marriage and Family Counsellor. She provides marital and couples therapy utilising the Gottman Method Couples Therapy as the first native Singaporean Certified Gottman Therapist. She is passionate in helping couples work through complex marital difficulties and is convinced that more energy has to be poured into strengthening marriages so that families can be systemically strengthened.
Wong Chen Sung
黄振松
Clinical Psychologist
Chen Sung specialises in providing psychotherapy to individuals within clinical and community settings, focusing on those with conditions of Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Panic Disorders, Specific Phobias, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Somatic Symptoms and related disorders. In his work with adolescents, he assists teenagers in managing anger, controlling impulses, and developing positive interpersonal skills. Additionally, Chen Sung extends his expertise to parents of children with special needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders (ADHD), and Specific Learning Disorders, by delivering psychoeducation, implementing behavioural modification techniques, and conducting parental training programs.
Our Professional Support Team
Yan
Director / Legal
yan@apsy.sg
Coming from what can only be described as an unconventional path, Yan eventually found his way into healthcare.
Responsible for non-clinical matters around the clinic, Yan and his team ensures that all coffee, printer, and internet issues are fixed so that our psychologists can provide their best in caring for their clients.
Yan can usually be found tending to his plants and herbs around the clinic.
Elynn
Clinic Manager (Operations)
qiaoyi@apsy.sg
Armed with a Bachelor degree in Bio-industrial Technology from the Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK), Elynn chose instead to join the caring profession and found her way into our team.
She believes that life is made up of many distinct moments, and we should therefore live in each and every moment - never regretting the decisions that we make.
Emily
Assistant Clinic Manager (Operations)
Emily has a strong passion for helping others. Graduating with a Bachelor in Hospitality and Management, Emily took the path less travelled and joined our practice.
An avid history buff and antique enthusiast, Emily was a curator and educator at the Penang Indian Heritage Museum (the first Indian Museum in Malaysia). Emily was also involved in an attempt to serve (not drink..) the most number of cocktails in the Malaysian Book of Records 2018.
When Emily's not busy at work, she indulges herself with trips to antique shops, the never-ending dramas in Indian movies and workout sessions which include tabata and jogging.
Nicole
Partnerships & Outreach Manager
nicole@apsy.sg
Nicole graduated from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) with a Bachelor degree in Wood Science and Technology. Having spent years with trees and wood products, she has decided to transition to client-facing work instead.
During the weekends, she enjoys working out with friends, spinning (cycling to nowhere...) and going back to the nature to recharge, anything al fresco.
Xing Tong
Associate Psychologist
xingtong@apsy.sg
Xing Tong graduated from the University of Western Australia with a Bachelors (Honours) degree in Psychology. She is passionate about working with youths and adults, and has a particular interest in psychosis, schizophrenia, and paranoia.
“Think before you speak. Think before you judge. Think before you have a person all figured out.” – striving to treat everyone kindly, she sees people as unique individuals with their own stories and experiences.
Always on a journey of self-growth, she is learning Japanese and trying to read more in her free time. She enjoys regular catchups with close friends and delves deep into conversations related to life, psychology, mental health and forging emotional connections with others.
Alice
Associate Psychologist
alice@apsy.sg
Alice holds a Bachelor’s (Honours) Degree in Psychology from the University of Cyberjaya in Malaysia. She has worked with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through ABA therapy.
She is passionate about promoting overall well-being of every individual, particularly for those struggling in silence.
“You did great thus far, and it’s okay to not be okay,” is what she would like to remind the people around her.
In her spare time, she enjoys visiting different cafes and engaging in yoga. She believes practicing mindfulness after a demanding workweek is essential.
BaoEr
Clinic Executive
BaoEr graduated with a Bachelor of Psychology. She has always been passionate about the science of human connections. While the road towards a career in psychology may not always be smooth, she believes the journey is just as important as the destination.
BaoEr enjoys baking and cooking during her leisure time, and finds great joy in trying out new recipes and seeing the end products of her creations!
Soe
Clinic Executive
Soe has always had a keen interest in psychology and mental health since young and graduated with a Bachelor degree in Psychology from Simon Fraser University.
Equipped with basic skills and knowledge in psychology, Soe is now exploring the field of mental health that she has always dreamt to pursue a career in and discovering more about herself along the way.
In her spare time, Soe LOVES listening to music and often unwinds by watching Korean or Chinese dramas.
Ting
Clinic Executive
Although qualified as a dietician, Ting decided to explore her interest in the psychology field and helping others. Being happy, whether through food or otherwise, is the goal of her life.
In her leisure, Ting enjoys doing art and craft, playing video games (all sorts of games really), watching anime, and can be spotted bargain hunting in her natural habitat (at Daiso… but shhh, secrets are out..)
Xulan
Clinic Executive
Xulan graduated with a diploma in Healthcare Services and Management from Republic Polytechnic. Xulan joined Annabelle Psychology serendipitously as it had not been a pathway that she had considered. However, as time passes, her interest in psychology grows and she is considering pursuing studies along this pathway.
During her spare time, she enjoys reading books, learning new songs (a very regular client of Teo Heng!) and playing games with friends.
Mushroom
Cat Emeritus
Mushroom excels at multiple forms of therapies. Even without words, Mushroom is skillfully able to bring a smile to one’s face.
As everyone knows, Mushroom is a fun-dude.
Kobe
Chief of Well-being
As a self-identified Highly-Sensitive Pug, Kobe has keen senses and feels deeply.
Growing up with visual impairment, he has learned to live his life with resilience and gratitude, and continues to find joy in every day.
Kobe is a strong proponent of self-compassion. He listens closely to his body and enjoys taking long, frequent naps and being in the nature (but only when it’s cloudy!).
Our Specialist Trainers
Dr Robert Brockman
Clinical Psychologist
Robert is a clinical psychologist and researcher living and working out of sunny Sydney, Australia. In the previous decade, Robert supervised and lectured on Clinical Psychology Masters programs at the Western Sydney University and University of Technology in addition to running his private practice. This practice has evolved into Schema Therapy Sydney, the first schema therapy-focused private practice to be established in Sydney.
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Singapore law requires a disclosure that a psychology qualification is not a medical or dental qualification
Chris Hayes
Clinical Psychologist
Chris is a Clinical Psychologist based in Perth, Western Australia. He has had extensive experience in both government and private settings working with clients with complex psychological presentations. He is an advanced Schema Therapist, supervisor, and trainer who completed certification in Schema Therapy at the Schema Therapy Institute in New York City (USA) with Jeffrey Young. He has presented workshops throughout Europe, Asia, and Australasia.
He is the Director of Schema Therapy Training Australia.
Dr Annabelle Chow
周泳伶博士
Clinical Psychologist
Annabelle is a Clinical Psychologist practising in Singapore. She has worked in hospital, educational and community settings in Australia and Singapore. She is a clinical supervisor, and a certified ASIST trainer with LivingWorks Education to provide suicide prevention workshops. She regularly works with patients with complex trauma, personality disorders, or are at risk of suicide and self-harm.
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Singapore law requires a disclosure that a psychology qualification is not a medical or dental qualification
Our Advisory Board
Professor Zhang Tiang Hong
张天宏教授（精神科）
Psychiatrist (China)
Advisor
张教授是在上海市精神卫生中心执业的精神科医生。他拥有超过 14 年的经验，毕业于著名的 上海交通大学医学院。 张教授现为上海市精神卫生中心精神病危学科学科负责人。 他目前指导 20 多名临床医生，每年为 15,000 多名有精神病风险的青少年提供医疗服务。 他擅长应用新技术，尤其是生物标志物，预测和干预精神障碍的风险，如精神病和情绪障碍。
张教授为周泳伶临床心理诊所的临床心理学家提供咨询和指导. 张教授并不在新加坡提供医疗或临床服务。
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Registered as a medical doctor and psychiatrist in the People’s Republic of China
Dr Bambie Lee
李美明医生（全科）
General Specialist (Aust.)
Advisor
Dr Bambie is a General Specialist practising in Melbourne, Australia. She is a keen advocate of mental health in her local community, and her clinical practice is informed by mental health best practices. Her areas of clinical interest include paediatrics, women’s health concerns, chronic disease management, preventative health and mental health.
Dr Bambie sits as an advisor on the clinic’s Advisory Board.
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Registered as a medical doctor and general specialist in the Commonwealth of Australia
Associate Professor Peter Chew
周家宏副教授
Research Psychologist
Advisor
Peter is an Associate Professor in Psychology at James Cook University Singapore. He teaches subjects like Introduction to Psychology, Psychological Neuroscience, and Research Methods in the undergraduate psychology program. He has successfully supervised more than 30 research projects at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
Peter sits as an advisor on the clinic’s Advisory Board.
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Singapore law requires a disclosure that a psychology qualification is not a medical or dental qualification
Adrian Chang
Senior Legal Counsel
Advisor
Adrian is an Australian legal practitioner based in Melbourne. His practice areas include intellectual property law, licensing and consumer law, particularly in the consumer goods industry. Adrian is an experienced advisor to business leaders operating in highly regulated environments.
Adrian sits as an advisor on the clinic’s Advisory Board.