Education
Ψ Doctor of Psychology (Clinical)
Ψ Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Hons.)
Professional Memberships
Ψ Singapore Psychological Society
Ψ Singapore Register of Psychologists
Dr Tay Yi Ling
郑伊玲博士
MSRP MSPS
Clinical Psychologist
Registered Psychologist (SRP)
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Singapore law requires a disclosure that a psychology qualification is not a medical or dental qualification
Yi Ling graduated from Nanyang Technological University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Degree, and with a Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) from Murdoch University (Australia).
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.
Yi Ling adopts a client-centred approach and integrates different therapeutic modalities such as Emotion-Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, and Schema Therapy. In line with her belief that difficulties often occur within the context of individuals’ relationship with others and the world, Yi Ling adopts a systemic and trauma-informed perspective when understanding clients and their difficulties.
At the heart of Yi Ling’s practice lies the belief that everyone grows at their own pace. She prioritises building a strong therapeutic alliance founded on psychological safety and utmost respect for the client.
Yi Ling has had extensive experience practicing in the community sector in Singapore. She has worked with clients experiencing severe and chronic mental health illnesses in a residential rehabilitative setting and is comfortable working with clients experiencing psychosis and chronic schizophrenia. Yi Ling has also provided therapeutic support for families and individuals grappling with marital or familial difficulties. This also included assessing custody, and care and control issues as a Custody Evaluation Officer assisting the Family Justice Courts of Singapore.
In her free time, Yi Ling enjoys the company of her two young boys and reading. She is always up for trying good food recommendations, especially a hotpot meal.
Yi Ling provides therapy in English and Mandarin. She attempts basic conversational Hokkien with varying degrees of success.
Recent Media Engagements
Ψ Nanyang Technological University (NTU) - “The Art of Relaxation”
Ψ Ong & Ong Pte Ltd. - “Understanding Depression and Anxiety”
Ψ National Kidney Foundation Sit-A-Thon - “‘Being Mindful’ – Embracing the Here and Now”
Ψ DB Schenker SG - Wellness Workshop: Building and Improving Emotional Resilience
Ψ Education Services Union - Webinar: “Peer Support for Co-workers”
Ψ DB Schenker APAC - Food and Mood: How Nutrition Impacts Mental Health