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PhD in Neuropsychology, CUHK

Languages:  Cantonese, Mandarin, Thai, and English.

Dr Nicolson Siu Yat Fan is a neuropsychologist and lecturer at The Division of Social Science of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. He has been working with children with special education needs for more than ten years. Nicolson also has extensive experience in relational and couples therapy.

Dr Nicolson offers the following services at AMindset:

• Cognitive Assessment for Children and Adolescents
• EEG Neurological Assessment
• Brain Talent & Potential Assessment
• Neurofeedback Training - 10 appointments 

Nicolson obtained his Ph.D. Degree in Neuropsychology at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. He is committed to exploring the relationship between the brain and behaviour with neurophysiological methods like electroencephalography (EEG) and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). He conducted intervention studies to support children with special educational needs (SEN). His dissertation focused on training the executive functions of children with an autism spectrum disorder. He received government funding to develop an empathy and compassion parenting curriculum in 2019. He also has consultancy experience for local NGOs on projects related to neurophysiological assessment and training for children with SEN.

Nicolson is also a Registered Horticultural Therapist (RHT). He gained good practical experience through engaging in different horticultural therapy programs. The role of RHT exposed Nicolson to different types of clients, from children, adolescents, parents, working adults, and the elderly.

Being a Master of Counselling graduate from Monash University, Nicolson learnt professional clinical techniques; he has gradually established himself as an empathetic and non-judgemental counsellor. Combining the knowledge, practical experience, and clinical techniques, Nicolson should be able to deliver a safe, respectful, and supportive environment to clients, explore their issues together and address them appropriately.

Nicolson offers counselling, neuropsychological assessment and neurofeedback services in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.

Find out more about Neurofeedback Training and Psychological Assessments HERE

A free 20-minute intro consultation is available for new clients. Please email office@amindset.citychandigarh.com for more details.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology, CUHK (2011)
• PhD in Neuropsychology, CUHK (2015)
• Graduate Member, The Hong Kong Psychological Society
• Vice President and Research Committee Co-Chair, Hong Kong Association of Therapeutic Horticulture (HKATH)
• Registered Horticultural Therapist (HKATH)
• Master of Education in Counselling, Monash University

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Recent Interview from Prestige:

Dr Nicolson Siu on Healing Through Horticultural Therapy And The Benefits of Gardening

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Psychotherapist and Group Counsellor. IFS level 1

Languages: English, German and Dutch. 

• Are you feeling weighed down by the pain and anger of your past family dynamics, your parents' divorce, even though it happened years ago, for example?
• Do you feel like you have to be perfect all the time because of the constant criticism from your parents growing up? 
• Do you struggle with expressing your feelings and setting boundaries in your relationships? 
• Are unresolved issues from childhood causing tension and arguments in your adult relationships? 
• Is your life negatively impacted by an over-dependence on alcohol or drugs?
• As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, have you faced rejection and judgment from your family and society?

It's okay to feel this way. You are not alone. In fact, many people struggle with the after-effects of negative experiences, past and present, which can lead to depression, anxiety, and anger issues.

It's not uncommon to carry unresolved childhood trauma into adulthood, impacting every aspect of your life. But there is hope for healing. Through a psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approach, we can work through these emotions and find ways to cope and move forward.

Communication is key in any relationship, but it can be especially challenging when you've grown up in a social and family environment that didn't communicate effectively. If you struggle to express your own needs and boundaries, I can help you learn how to communicate more effectively and build stronger relationships.

Betrayals and broken promises can make it hard to trust others and be vulnerable. But it's important to remember that not everyone is the same. Together, we can work on building trust and learning how to open up in a safe and supportive environment.

As a psychotherapist working with a range of modalities, I can help you work through life's challenges which will enable you to find a path towards healthier relationships, at a professional and personal level. 

If you're worried about being judged or misunderstood, please know that I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for all my clients. 

I also have worked extensively with the LBBTQ+ community and can understand the unique challenges and experiences you may face. I can provide a space where you can feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and feelings so you can work through the trauma of rejection, judgment and misunderstandings and learn how to accept and love yourself for who you are.

I understand the challenges you're facing, and I want to help you break free from the unhealthy patterns of your past. Together, we can explore the root causes of these patterns, work through the unresolved trauma and conflicts that are holding you back and find ways to create new, healthier habits to help you live your best life, creating intergenerational change. 

Together, we'll help you overcome feelings of insecurity and unworthiness, and learn how to express your needs, boundaries, and emotions in healthy ways.

And please don't worry about dredging up painful memories from your past. We'll move at your pace and create a safe and supportive environment for you to express your feelings without fear of judgment or misunderstanding.

I understand that some people may be hesitant to seek therapy, but my approach is different. I use a psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approach, which means I'll help you uncover the root of your problems, and we’ll work through them together.

I understand that seeking therapy can be daunting, but it's important to prioritize your mental health and well-being. If you've had bad experiences with therapy in the past, I invite you to give it another try with me. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and supported.

Don't let your past family dynamics hold you back any longer. Let's work together towards a happier and healthier future.

I know that time and money can be a concern, but investing in your mental health is an investment in yourself and your future.

If you're ready to break free from the weight of your past and create a brighter future, don't let your objections hold you back from getting the help you need. Let's work together towards a happier and more fulfilling future. 

I offer flexible scheduling options and affordable rates to make therapy accessible to everyone. 

About Elise

I am a psychotherapist who is committed to helping those going through transitions in their lives – voluntary or involuntary – and including LGBTQ+ communities. Using different counselling modalities, I help you learn how to accept and embrace change, look forward and build or discover new opportunities. I believe in working with you and in taking a collaborative approach to help you alleviate your troubles and to reach your goals (usually in around 12 sessions). If you want or need to go deeper, we can take our time and look at the root causes of your hurt and pain, using psychotherapeutic methods, including psychodynamics, psychoanalysis and existential therapy.

I work from the premise that there are external and internal influences that create how we live in and react to the world. That it is a mix of both as creative beliefs that we are not good enough, carrying the burdens and behaviours of the past, that we are somehow broken, not worthy, or at fault. These beliefs create behaviour and thinking patterns that are there to prove to ourselves that these beliefs are right.

As a psychotherapist, it is my role in your life to create a safe, supported space for you to help you, as the expert in your life, to unravel the origins of these beliefs and see if they still apply. 

The therapeutic process is built on trust, unconditional positive regard and compassionate, open-minded listening from the therapist. It is the therapeutic relationship that will be of most benefit to you and therefore therapy will be geared towards your wants, needs and preferences.

I use a wide range of therapeutic modalities to work with you, as I believe that as each person is unique, there is no one-size-fits-all therapy. When we work through your issues or trauma, I apply and adapt Psychodynamic Therapy, Psychoanalytic Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectic Behaviour Therapy, and other focused psychological strategies.

I also facilitate group counselling, in which I work with women going through the [peri-]menopause who are looking for support as I go through this prolonged, impactful change. To join, or find out more about these groups, please schedule a free 20 minute initial assessment by emailing office@mindset.hk.

I am Dutch but born in Germany and raised in Hong Kong, so I had a multicultural, tri-lingual upbringing. My background is in the service industry and in teaching, applicable parts of which influence my psychotherapy methods.

Professional Registrations and Memberships:

I have the following professional memberships/registrations:

• Hong Kong – Registered with the Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association and associate member of the Psychotherapy Society of Hong Kong.
• Australia – Certified Practicing Counsellor (Level 2) registered with the Australian Counselling Association.
• United Kingdom – Registered graduate member of the British Psychology Society.

Core Psychology and Psychotherapy Qualifications:

Batchelor of Science (Honours) Psychology with Counselling, First, Open University,  United Kingdom

Master of Counselling, Monash University, Australia

Specialist Training:

I have undertaken and am currently following specialist training from the following institutions: Beck Institute (USA), Internal Family Systems Institute (USA), Pink Therapy (UK), Mental Health Academy (Australia) and Tavistock and Portman, NHS Foundation Trust (UK). 

This gives me the knowledge and skill to work in a range of specialisations and issues:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Distress resulting from
  • dysfunctional upbringing.
  • Trauma
• Self-esteem and self-belief issues.
• Anger (and Violence)
• Life events: bereavement, divorce, empty nest, menopause to name a few

Elise offers counselling sessions in English, German and Dutch.

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Master of Counselling, Monash University, HK.

Languages: English, Mandarin, or Cantonese

Sarah has worked as a legal professional for over a decade before completing a Master of Counselling degree with Monash University, and qualifying as a counsellor. Driven by her own experience, Sarah offers unique perspectives on mental health, struggles, and personal development in the workplace.

In addition to working with corporations, Sarah is interested in counselling children and teenagers on how to react to challenges during this period of time.

Sarah considers herself a seeker of the truth and an explorer of the unknown. She invites you to work with her to embrace life's uncertainties and discover and live a better version of yourself both professionally and personally.

Language: English

Psychologist.
Byron is a psychologist who blends a calm and engaging style with a goal-oriented and practical approach to therapy. He supports individuals of all ages in addressing various mental health concerns that impact their quality of life. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, confidence issues, workplace or relationship challenges, or navigating the complexities of grief and stress, Byron equips you with the tools, skills and confidence to navigate life in alignment with your values, aspirations, and overall wellbeing.

Drawing on rigorous training and evidence-based practices such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) and mindfulness, Byron tailors his approach to meet your unique needs and goals. He achieves this by creating an environment of autonomy and collaboration.

In addition to his clinical work, Byron supports future psychologists through the Psychlings Podcast, where he interviews leading Professors and Clinicians to explore the latest insights and trends in psychological practice, research, and education.

On the weekend, you might find Byron down the beach with his family having a surf and letting his highly energetic Hungarian Vizsla dig endless holes in the sand.

Love Byron

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Languages: English and Cantonese

Coming from a background that includes corporate as well as personal training, I am a counsellor with a depth of experience. Are you feeling trapped or helpless in your current circumstances and struggling to deal with the life adversities you are facing, and the emotional distress you are experiencing? Do you want to be heard, understood, and get the support you need, to act on improving your well-being and developing your ability to manage or overcome your struggles constructively?

Damien believes our perspectives on life are built on and shaped by family upbringing, environments, cultural and societal beliefs, as well as past and present experiences, that are often out of our control and unexpected. Some of the negative impacts and effects can cause long-lasting painful emotional difficulties, excessive anxiety, shame, fear and self-criticism.

Sometimes, not knowing how else to cope, we resort to problematic behaviours (such as emotional eating, gaming, self-harm) or substance use for short-term relief and escape but causing detrimental long-term consequences in our lives and trapping us in repeating cycles. Other times we are prevented from achieving our goals, realising our potentials, and building the relationships we want.

I am a psychotherapist helping people to understand their experiences, develop awareness of problematic thought and behaviour patterns, and engage in the process of learning deeply about themselves, healing from the past, and moving towards achieving desired results. I work with adult and adolescent clients who need support for difficulties in coping with anxieties, addiction (behavioural and substance), issues related to body image, emotional eating, shame and interpersonal relationships.

In a safe, empathic, and confidential space, I seek to listen to you without judgement nor criticism, to be on your side to support you in exploring your issues, identifying your strengths, clarifying your values and goals. As an alliance, I collaborate with you to develop self-compassion, self-awareness and the skills needed, and create realistic and workable action plans together. I provide the motivation, support, and accountability you need at each step, and share with you the successes and setbacks along the way.

I take an individualised approach that meets each person’s unique situation and needs. Sometimes, people just need to be heard and understood without judgement. Other times, they look to gain deeper understanding of their thoughts and feelings, more clarity to their difficulties, and find ways to move forward. I draw from a variety of counselling modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy, to help clients manage presenting issues differently, to create some breathing space for growth and implementing long-term changes that move them towards living the way they choose to.

We all have the capacity to take positive actions towards healing and becoming more resilient emotionally. Maintaining our health and well-being is a set of skills we can all learn and practice throughout our lives.

Professional Qualifications and Membership

• Master of Counselling, Monash University, Australia
• Master of Business Systems, Monash University, Australia
• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering and Bachelor of Commerce, Monash University, Australia
• Member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA)
• Member of the Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association (HKPCA)
• Member of the Hong Kong Society of Counseling and Psychology (HKSCP)

I have also undertaken specialist training from the following institutions: Beck Institute (USA), ACT Mindfully (Australia), The Gottman Institute (USA), Mental Health Academy (Australia), Monash University (Australia).

Before my psychotherapy training, I worked in the Information Technology, Finance, and Fitness Industries for over 20 years, from tech start-ups to multinational corporations. I am also a competitive athlete and strength coach.

Damien offers psychotherapy and counselling in English and Cantonese.

A free 20-minute intro consultation is available for new clients. Please email damien.k.amindset@gmail.com for more details.

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Registered & Accredited Counsellor (HK, UK, Australia), Narrative Practitioner

Languages: English. Availability: Wed 4-8pm HKT (online only)

Do you want to break free from substance use, anxiety or other problematic coping methods?

I am a specialist counsellor experienced in helping people separate from anxieties (specific and general), addictions (substance as well as processes such as sex or food), distressed eating and the effects of trauma. This also involves relationship issues, problematic thinking and behaviour patterns, body image and sex, shame and guilt. These problematic coping mechanisms are often tangled up with underlying pain and distress, which remains hidden from us, and I work with clients in a two-step process to resolve this.

I use a variety of counselling modalities to help clients separate from their presenting problems to create relief and space in their lives (normally over the course of 12 sessions). For those who then wish to, I focus psychotherapeutically on the long-term causes of pain and distress using Narrative Therapy over a longer period of time.

I believe we have innate abilities to grow emotionally and self-heal, but our environments (our culture, family of origin, and societal narratives) recruit us into believing this is not the case: that we are not good enough, cannot cope or are in some other way ‘broken’. I see it as my role as a psychotherapist to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore these issues, build awareness around them and make choices about how to move forward and live your life differently.

I practice from a Narrative position that you are the expert in your life, and by exploring who you are outside of the problem you are facing, we can identify the strengths, knowledge and values needed to work with the discomfort or pain you have been experiencing. I work integratively by drawing from a wide variety of methods to create a treatment in collaboration with you which is specific to you. My trauma work is informed by Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Mindfulness.

As a Group Counsellor, I facilitate support groups for men wishing to separate from unhelpful sexual behaviours and to work through life transitions and other aspects of identity. To find out about joining one, please schedule a free 20-minute assessment by emailing: Chris.Dudgeon.Amindset@gmail.com.

Originally from Scotland, I have enjoyed a varied career, holding leadership positions in global professional service firms, an MBA (UK) and professional finance qualifications (UK and Australia). All of which bring depth and breadth to my psychotherapy work.

Professional registrations and memberships:

I am an internationally trained, qualified and registered Psychotherapist, Counsellor and Narrative Practitioner. I have the following professional memberships/registrations:

• Hong Kong – Registered with the Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association.
• Australia – Certified Practicing Counsellor registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia and the Australian Counselling Association.
• United Kingdom – Registered practicing member with the Addiction Professionals Registration Body & Network and member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society.

Core Psychotherapy training

• Master of Counselling, Monash University, Australia
• Master of Narrative Therapy and Community Work, University of Melbourne, Australia

Specialist Training
I have undertaken extensive specialist training delivered by the following institutions: Association for Psychological Therapies (UK), Beck Institute (USA), The Dulwich Centre (Australia), Gottman Institute (USA), Institute for Solutions-Focused Therapy (UK), Monash University (Australia), Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust (UK) and University of Melbourne (Australia).

This training has equipped me with specialist knowledge and the skill to work in a range of well-being issues:

• Anxieties – Obsessive-compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, separation anxiety and social anxiety.
• Addictions – Alcohol and other substances, gambling, internet/gaming and sex/porn.
• Trauma – I have been trained to work in a trauma-informed way to support clients who have experienced physical, emotional or sexual abuse, neglect, household dysfunction and other adverse childhood experiences. I have also been trained to work directly with post-traumatic stress disorder.
• Distressed eating – Binge eating disorder, bulimia nervosa, anorexia nervosa as well as general emotional/distressed eating.

Whilst my primary therapeutic modality is Narrative Therapy, I have also been trained in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectal Behavioural Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.

Non-Psychotherapy Qualifications
Before my psychotherapy training, I worked in professional services for 20 years. I am a CPA (Australia) and Chartered Management Accountant (UK) and have a Master of Business Administration from Henley Business School (University of Reading, UK).

Chris offers psychotherapy and counselling in English.

A free 20-minute intro consultation is available for new clients. Please email Chris.Dudgeon.Amindset@gmail.com for more details.

​If you have any questions, feel free to contact us here.

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Master of Counselling, Monash University, HK.

Languages: English, Mandarin, or Cantonese. 

Megan Chang-

CBT, DBT, ACT and person-centred therapy counsellor

I have been working with clients of all ages facing situations that result in a significant strain on their mental and physical health. For clients who want to find purpose in their lives, make difficult decisions, who suffer from emotional distress, or struggle with coping, my session is a safe space of unconditional support to work on any issues. Regardless of whether the matter may be related to external events like relationship conflicts or internal conditions such as depression, anxiety, grief, or self-esteem, together we can not only move past the issue but move forward in a more positive direction through systematic and solution-focused processes.

My psychotherapy sessions integrated evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which are effective for a multitude of mental health concerns. I dedicated myself to supporting clients who struggled with their problems and difficult emotions by empowering them to find strength from within and solve their issues along with self-development. While respecting the client’s culture, background, religion, and values, I conduct psychotherapies via a person-centred approach based on the belief that everyone is capable of finding their own way to live to the fullest.

I am originally from Taiwan but have lived in Hong Kong for over 14 years. Having three children, I am familiar with the stress stemming from family development and different parenting dynamics. So I can relate and provide ample support to clients in various life stages. I worked with students with special needs and aided them in their social-emotional development as well as learning in school. In addition, I’ve been working with local foundations to promote the significance of mental well-being and education for our community. In my leisure time, I enjoy yoga, exploring good food, and immersing myself in the great outdoors.

With a Master’s degree in Counselling from Monash University, Australia, I am practising as a member of the Hong Kong Society of Counselling and Psychology (HKSCP), Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association (HKPCA), and an international member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). I also have the Monash University Professional Certificate of Adolescent Counseling and the Professional Certificate of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).

If you feel like talking to me, a free 20-minute intro consultation is available for new clients. Please email for booking information.

Megan Chang-

行為認知治療(CBT), 辯證行為治療(DBT), 接納與承諾治療(ACT),人本治療心理諮商師

我們都想成為自己的主宰，生活有時如我們所願，但有時卻挑戰重重，令人感到困頓。其實在人生任何階段都可能遇到脆弱的時刻，當這些低潮干擾到日常生活進行，或是導致人生偏離預想目標時，心理諮商可以提供適切的幫助。

在諮商室裡，我們提供安全放心的空間，諮商師能夠協助你與自己的問題共處，與情緒共處，甚至與創傷共處。運用多年來心理學家於臨床實證有效的方法，透過對自身情緒，認知，及行為的覺察，找到改變的契機，進而解決各種困境，重拾力量與希望。

在從事諮商工作以前，Megan於大中華區金融業服務超過十多年，此外她也參與過許多支持本地青少年及兒童身心健康發展的活動，為社會各界提供適切的資源。曾服務於學校，輔導特別教育需求學生，幫助其適應社交生活，處理各種情緒及學習問題。

Megan諮商的範疇包含憂鬱問題，焦慮及壓力調適，家庭與人際關係困難等，分析每個人不同的背景及需求，整合專長治療模式如行為認知治療（Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT), 辯證行為治療（Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, DBT)，及接納與承諾治療 (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, ACT），以人為中心出發，依據不同的問題及目標，擬定個人化的諮商方案。

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澳洲蒙納士大學專業青少年諮商輔導證書

香港專業輔導協會會員

香港輔導及心理學會會員

澳洲專業輔導協會國際會員

PESI辯證行為治療 (DBT)證書

葛文(Gottman)伴侶療法證書(認證中)

Megan can provide counselling services in English, Mandarin, or Cantonese. Please note your preference when booking.

• A free 20-minute intro consultation is available for new clients. Please email megan.chang@amindset.citychandigarh.com for more details
• Discounted packages of 4 are available via the links below

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Read Megan's Articles:

• Saying Goodbye
• Talking about Eating Disorders

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Master of Counselling, Monash University, HK.

Languages: English.

Jaideep holds a PhD in Management (with a background in Psychology), and a Masters in Counselling. His approach to counselling draws on his academic background, his 25+ years of experience as a university professor with experience in Europe, Asia, and the US, as well as his formal counsellor training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance-Commitment Therapy. Jaideep believes that a few fundamentals underlie all counselling techniques: compassion, empathy, and non-judgmental listening. Mental health issues become worse when they are ignored, and when the individual does not have a safe space to speak out about those issues. Jaideep approaches every session, and every client, with a commitment to providing that safe space, and with the goal of maximizing each individual’s sense of self-worth. He looks forward to helping you embark on your own healing journey.

Focal areas of interest: Anxiety/Depression; Relationship Issues; Couples Therapy.

Qualifications:

• MBA (Indian Institute of Management), PhD in Management (UCLA),
• Master of Counselling, Monash University.
  • Trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy (Levels 1 and 2)

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us here.

A free 20-minute intro consultation is available for new clients. Please email office@amindset.citychandigarh.com for more details.

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TESTIMONIALS for Jaideep:

 I am so grateful to have Dr Jaideep as my counsellor. I really look forward to every session, as his questions tend to give me a new perspective and a lot of self-discovery. The sessions are always very structured and well thought out. He also puts in a lot of time and effort to understand his clients. It’s clear that he revisits notes from all our sessions, and remembers the details from previous conversations. When appropriate, he ties these important details together and enables me to view the situations from a completely different lens. He modifies the sessions based on his client’s personality and working style. Using myself as an example, he will always give me some thought-provoking homework for me to reflect on, which I found tremendously helpful.

S.T. - Hong Kong - 4 July 23

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I am so glad I found the AMindset team with their low-cost and affordable counselling services. I cannot thank Jaideep enough for the counselling he provided. For too long I was dealing with anger and anxiety. Jaideep helped me to understand how these issues had developed and how they were affecting my life and those around me. In just 6 months Jaideep helped me develop a greater understanding of myself and enabled me with tools and techniques to get back to living the life I want to live.

Daniel Mullin

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Jaideep saved my marriage and made me mentally healthy again!

During COVID, I was very stressed both at work and at home. It was a turning point for me when I met Jaideep at AMindset. I could not thank him enough for his magic work – he helped me to unlock the inside struggle I had and patiently guided me to have more positive thinking. He is very observant and professional – he remembers things we said and draws connections for me to realise how things come together. Moreover, I particularly appreciate his wealth of experience and knowledge in life which enables him to offer different perspectives every time. Also, I want to take this opportunity to thank AMindset’s low-cost counselling services and Liz McCaughey!

Anonymous, Hong Kong

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I'm very grateful for the counselling services that Jaideep Sengupta provided. I was dealing with anxiety stemming from a painful childhood. In the period of six months, he helped me understand how the problem manifested and introduced me to ways that I could move on from the past, to be assertive and live a happy life, which I have long thought would never happen. 

Thanks to AMindset's low-cost and affordable counselling services.

Anonymous + Hong Kong

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Jaideep's Testimonials:

We are truly thankful for Jaideep's help with our pre-marital counselling sessions. Although we approached this with an exploratory mindset, Jaideep was accommodating and professional in dealing with the issues we faced as a couple entering marriage. His sessions were well thought through and structured, but also remained flexible to help deal with and prioritise any ad hoc problems that arose. We are so blessed to have Jaideep's wisdom in these sessions and will continue to draw on the techniques and tools we learned from him in our relationship journey ahead.  J. P. & M. K. - Hong Kong

I am so grateful to have Dr Jaideep as my counsellor. I really look forward to every session, as his questions tend to give me a new perspective and a lot of self-discovery. His sessions are always very structured and well thought out. He also puts in a lot of time and effort to understand his clients. It’s clear that he always revisits notes from all our sessions and remembers the details from previous conversations. He ties these important details together when appropriate and lets me view the situations from a completely different lens. He modifies the sessions based on his client’s personality and working style. Using myself as an example, he will always give me some thought-provoking homework for me to reflect on, which I found tremendously helpful.  S. T. - Hong Kong

I am so glad I found the AMindset team with their low-cost and affordable counselling services. I cannot thank Jaideep enough for the counselling he provided. For too long, I was dealing with anger and anxiety. Jaideep helped me understand how these issues developed and affected my life and those around me. In just 6 months, Jaideep helped me develop a greater understanding of myself and gave me the tools and techniques to get back to living the life I want to live.   Daniel Mullin - Hong Kong

Jaideep saved my marriage and made me mentally healthy again! During COVID, I was very stressed both at work and at home. It was a turning point for me when I met Jaideep at Amindset. I could not thank him enough for his magic work – he helped me unlock my inside struggle and patiently guided me to have more positive thinking. He is very observant and professional – he remembers things we said and draws connections for me to realise how things come together. Moreover, I particularly appreciate his wealth of experience and knowledge in life which enables him to offer different perspectives every time. Also, I want to take this opportunity to thank Amindest’s low-cost counselling services and Liz McCaughey!   Anon - Hong Kong

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Master of Counselling, Monash University, HK.

Languages: English.

As a counsellor, Nimishaa wants to empower her clients with a greater understanding of themselves as well as tools they may need to enhance their own well-being.

Nimishaa believes counselling sessions are a collaborative and safe space for clients to explore their challenges as well as to learn strategies to enhance their experience of life. She uses an integrative approach that includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness techniques.

Nimishaa has been working in the area of mental health and well-being for several years. She began her career in Industrial-Organizational psychology and specializes in leadership training and resilience coaching. Early on in her career, she realized that she had a passion for supporting people’s self-growth and wanted to further develop as a counsellor. This led Nimishaa to acquire a Masters in Counselling at Monash University.

Education & Qualifications:

• Monash University, Australia – Masters of Counselling
• The Chinese University of Hong Kong – Masters of Philosophy in Industrial-Organizational Psychology
• Tufts University, MA, U.S.A – Bachelors of Psychology
• Youth Mental First Aid (YMFA) certificate
• Member: HK Society of Counselling & Psychology (HKSCP)

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A free 20-minute intro consultation is available for new clients. Please email office@amindset.citychandigarh.com for more details.

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Master of Counselling Monash University. ONLINE SESSIONS ONLY

Languages: English. 

Kelly is a corporate executive by background, with 20+ years of working across multiple industries and geographies.  She is also a qualified executive coach. She loves working with clients who are motivated to change and ready to look inward.  Often, people come to counselling with a sense of disconnect or a gut feeling that something isn’t working or isn’t where it should be.  Kelly’s own journey in therapy began with this ‘dissonance’, and she loves working with her clients to discover (or re-discover) who they really are, and what they really want.  The answers to our challenges in life nearly always lie within us, and Kelly works with her clients to build the confidence and self-belief they need to make a productive change and live a life that is true to themselves.  Inevitably, meaningful change results in uncertainty and turbulence, and Kelly’s focus on building resilience and adaptability helps her clients to navigate this change with greater clarity, calm, and purpose.

Kelly’s clients describe her as warm, open, supportive, and unconventional.  Sessions are often a mix of laughter and tears as clients work to understand and challenge themselves in a safe, caring environment. Kelly’s approach is person-centred, drawing on a range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI); she is also a student of the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy. She has a wide range of interests including women’s identity and confidence, life transitions, trauma, healthy ageing, couples & relationships, and men’s mental health. ​  She also enjoys working in underserved communities, particularly with adults with special needs.

In her free time, Kelly can be found on the water or on one of Hong Kong’s beautiful trails.  She was born and raised in the US and is also an Australian citizen and Hong Kong Permanent Resident.

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Qualifications:

• Master of Counselling, Monash University, Australia
• Master of Applied Science (Innovation & Organisation Dynamics), RMIT University, Australia
• Bachelor of Arts (Liberal Arts/Music), Florida State University, USA
• Executive Coaching – Level Two Coach, Institute of Executive Coaching & Leadership, Australia

Member, Hong Kong Society of Counselling & Psychology

Member, Australian Counselling Association

Member, Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association

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Languages: English

About Me:
I’m a counsellor with 15+ years of real life and trained experience who walked away from high‑pressure corporate life to do work that actually matters: helping people make sense of their inner world and move toward a life that feels honest, grounded, and aligned.

I don’t offer a polite place to vent. I offer a working partnership.

Together, we look at what’s really going on - the anxiety under the surface, the burnout you’ve normalised, the relationship patterns you’re tired of repeating, the expectations you’ve been carrying for too long. My approach is collaborative, practical, and deeply human. No jargon. No pretending. No bullsh*t.

I draw from evidence‑based modalities like CBT, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, and ACT to help you step back from the noise, understand your patterns, and create space for choices that actually move your life forward. Most people already hold the answers they’re looking for; they’ve just been buried under pressure, fear, or the belief that they have to hold everything together alone.

Before becoming a counsellor, I spent years in corporate leadership - navigating data, people, systems, and the emotional toll of modern “always on” work. That background gives me a real‑world understanding of how stress, identity, technology, and relationships collide. I’ve lived the pressure. I’ve seen the cost. And I know it’s possible to build something healthier.

My work now centres on helping people reconnect with themselves, challenge old narratives, and take meaningful action - even when it’s uncomfortable. Especially when it’s uncomfortable. If you’re ready to do the work, I’m on your team.

Specialities:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Relationship Issues and Communication Skills
• Life Changes and Stress
• Career Counselling and Development
• Personal Growth and Self-Esteem

Specialities Specific:

• Men’s Issues
• Anxiety and Depression
• Addiction and Recovery (substances, alcohol, sex, porn)
• Sexual Performance and Wellbeing
• LGBTQIA+ Affirming Care
• Sex Work

Education:

• Master of Counselling, Monash University, Australia (In Progress)
• Level 1 Gottman Couples Therapy Certified
• Master of Arts in Media Management, Columbia College Chicago
• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, The University of Alabama
• Men’s Issues, Addiction, and Sexual Wellbeing Specialist

William practices online and in our office in English.

Email address: william.ferrell@amindset.citychandigarh.com

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EFT Therapist and Counsellor

Languages: English & Cantonese

About Counselling

• Do past family experiences – such as emotional or physical abuse – still weigh on you with fear and shame, even years later?
• Does a deep fear of "not being good enough" drive you to strive for perfection?
• Do you find it hard to speak your feelings, hold healthy boundaries, or feel truly safe and valued in close relationships?
• Have coping strategies like gambling or substances become a way to manage the pain?

These patterns often trace back to childhood wounds that shape how we relate to ourselves and others. Many people carry them forward into anxiety, depression, disconnection, or addictive behaviours.

Through Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and other relational approaches, we can trace these patterns to their roots, help you process the emotions underneath, and create new ways of being – more compassionate with yourself and more connected in your relationships.

I primarily use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), an attachment-based, experiential approach that helps individuals and couples understand and transform their emotional and relational patterns. By slowing down and staying with your core emotions in a safe space, we can gradually shift avoidant or anxious ways of relating into more secure, compassionate connections with yourself and those you care about.

Therapy can feel daunting – especially if you're concerned about time, opening up, or past experiences. Whether you want quick, practical steps forward or deeper emotional work, I'm flexible. With Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), we can identify what works and build momentum rapidly for immediate challenges. Clients often report feeling lighter, more able to set boundaries, and hopeful about their relationships within just a few sessions. For longer-term patterns, EFT helps you process roots and create lasting change. My approach adapts to your pace and goals – creating a steady, non-judgmental space where we collaborate on what feels realistic and meaningful for your life.

About Cindy
I specialise in parent-child education, personal growth and emotional healing, supporting individuals, families and teams in Hong Kong. Born and raised in Hong Kong with Filipino-Chinese heritage, I bring a bilingual and culturally sensitive perspective to my work. I understand the tensions that can arise in diverse family structures, traditional expectations, and modern urban life.

Before focusing on psychotherapy, I spent over a decade in education and training. In 2014, I founded an adventure-based training company delivering workshops on brain development, emotion management, confidence building and non-violent communication for students, parents and corporate teams in Hong Kong and the region. I have also written a parenting education book and contributed to media on education and mental health. These experiences have deepened my appreciation of how early experiences, family systems and social environments shape our emotional worlds.

I have also volunteered 200+ hours supporting DSE students, drug‑rehabilitated youth and social workers with burnout prevention – deepening my trauma‑informed approach. In my clinical practice, I emphasise Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and draw on psychodynamic and person-centred approaches. Clients often experience me as warm, steady and gently challenging – someone who helps them contact emotions they usually push away, while feeling understood rather than judged. I believe that lasting change comes from healing underlying emotional wounds, not just applying cognitive “tools”.

Areas of focus
I work with adults and older adolescents on issues such as:

• Anxiety and stress
• Effects of dysfunctional or abusive upbringing
• Trauma and complex trauma
• Self-esteem and self-worth difficulties
• Boundary issues in relationships and family
• Gambling and drug-related struggles
• Career development and life transitions
• Parenting challenges and intergenerational tension

Professional training and qualifications

• Master of Science in Psychology – University of Essex, United Kingdom
• Master of Arts in Guidance and Counselling (in progress) – The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
• Bachelor of Science in Physics – The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Registrations and memberships

• Registered Psychologist, Greater Bay Psychology & Counselling Association (GBPCA)

Specialist therapeutic training

• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
• Person-Centred Therapy
• Family Constellation
• Career Counselling

Additional parenting and education-related training

• International Certified NLP Practitioner
• Evidence-based Treatment for ADHD (certificate)
• Family Engagement in Education (certificate)
• Training and Support Programme for Special Educational Needs

Languages

• Cantonese

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Languages: English, Cantonese and Mandarin

Counsellor & Career Coach
Gary is a compassionate and insightful counsellor and career coach dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s transitions with clarity and confidence. With a unique background that bridges the corporate world and the field of psychology, he brings a holistic and practical approach to his work.

Gary specializes in supporting recent graduates as they launch their careers, professionals navigating mid-life career changes, and individuals seeking to improve their mental health and overall well-being.

Drawing from his experience in business development and his extensive training in counselling and coaching, Gary offers a unique blend of strategic thinking and empathetic support.

He is a firm believer in the power of self-discovery and uses evidence-based practices, including positive psychology and mindfulness, to help his clients unlock their potential.

Gary creates a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their challenges, identify their strengths, and create actionable plans for a more fulfilling life and career.

Gary holds a Master’s degree in Guidance & Counselling and is a certified professional coach. He is passionate about helping people find alignment between their inner selves and their external lives, empowering them to build a future that is both successful and deeply meaningful.

Languages: English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.

My name is Celina and I’m glad to connect with you through AMindset. I’m a counsellor who specializes in working with the quietly struggling high-functioning Adult who feels stuck but not broken. I’d love to talk to you if you are experiencing self-doubt, long-term low mood, lack of motivation, and are seeking meaning. Many people look “fine” on the outside, but wrestle internally with a myriad of questions about personal identity. I hope our sessions will provide insight, perspective and if anything, a little bit of relief for you! I can speak 3 languages including English, Cantonese and Mandarin.

The human psyche is fascinating to me, coming from a theatre background and working in all stages of education for the past 5 years. I bring a fresh, playful perspective into the counselling room and use a strength-based, committed-action approach to help clients reframe unhelpful thoughts, turning the process into a sort of a fun investigation into the question of “how can we live well and good”? If you’re willing to try new things to welcome change and discovery into your life, we could work well together.

Counselling modalities

• Narrative Therapy (NT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Internal Family Systems (IFS)
• Psychodrama
• Sex Therapy

Training (so far – I continue to educate myself)

• MA Guidance and Counselling from Hong Kong Polytechnic University
• Sex Therapy Certification from Sexual Health Alliance (AASECT approved)
• The Therapeutic Spiral Model: Level 1 by The Therapeutic Spiral International

Professional Memberships:

• Registered Counsellor with Greater Bay Psychology and Counselling Association
• Candidate for Certified Counsellor with Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association
• Trainee Sex Therapist with Sexual Health Alliance

Ready to work with me? Got questions? We can have a 20 minute initial session (free of charge) to explore your needs first.

NOTE: Liz is no longer taking new clients as she focuses on developing the AM Team and workshops.  

Language: English. 

Liz McCaughey is the Co-Founder of AMindset, her HK-based company, and Kumara, which is based in Australia. She has over 20 years of clinical experience treating general psychological disorders. She specialises in depression, anxiety, work or study stress & relational conflicts.  Liz is also a presenter of multiple workshops relating to personal and corporate psychological well-being. She is renowned for bridging the gaps between psychology, spirituality, and human potential. Using her psychology training, life experience, and spiritual knowledge, she weaves modern science with ancient spiritual text and brings about real solutions at an individual and group level. Liz has supported and facilitated group therapy sessions and presented workshops for large corporations and at universities and military locations. In her workshops, Liz’s teaching is filled with wisdom – but also laughter. Liz teaches from a perspective of personal experience by drawing on her rich and varied life. With a career structure that includes being an air traffic controller, corporate businesswoman, psychotherapist, mentor, mother, and spiritual entrepreneur, Liz has a depth of awareness and expertise to benefit all people – young to old. Liz’s therapy provides a supportive and safe environment that enables clients to explore their present difficulties and find ways of resolving them. Liz assists people in empowering themselves through knowledge, psychological awareness, and stress-relief techniques of mindfulness and meditation. Born in Scotland, Liz did not wait long to start travelling and enjoying the rich experiences that places like India, the USA, Germany, Hong Kong, Australia, Africa, China, New Zealand, South America, Poland, Central America, Scandinavia, and Russia have to offer. She has lived and worked in the UK, Germany, Australia, and Hong Kong. Through her Daily Mind Matters Page Liz offers free audio meditations and practical techniques to cope with the various problems that present in life. Liz lives in Hong Kong with her husband, Roger. When Rog and Liz are not working, they spend their time travelling the world and visiting their 3 sons in their various locations in the UK and Australia.

The Workshops that AMindset presents can be found HERE AM workshops are presented at various locations in Central HK.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (2022)
• Clinical Supervisor, ACA College of Supervisors (2019)
• Master of Counselling, Monash University (2018-2019)
• Graduate Diploma Analytic Psychotherapy, Churchill Clinic, Australia (2009)
• Diploma Analytic Psychotherapy, Churchill Clinic, Australia (2005)

Liz is our Senior Therapist. Email Liz:   liz@amindset.citychandigarh.com

Liz is no longer taking new clients as she focuses on developing the AM Team and workshops Counsellors can book online supervision below: