One’s life journey will always be unpredictable, so take the first step and see where it leads you”, a pretty accurate statement that captured my journey into clinical psychology. I started off a blur fresh grad, full of uncertainties in life, and hopped onto the first job offered to me in the special education field after degree. It was a role that was both challenging and meaningful. Key lessons I learned from the experience was that no diagnosis/condition is identical, and learning to tailored intervention towards each individual, coupled with genuine empathic understanding really do make a positive different in people’s lives. It was a meaningful job that sparked my interest in the mental health field. Taking a leap into a different path was daunting, but nevertheless, a rewarding path that yields no regrets.

I pursued a Masters of Clinical Psychology at UCSI University, which provided me the opportunity for practicum training to work as a trainee therapist in various settings, including UCSI’s Clinical Psychology Lab, Serene Retreat Rehabilitation Center and Psycle Consultancy. Throughout practicum, I provided psychological assessment and interventions to clients with stress-related issues, addictions, chronic pain, and psychological disorders such as anxiety and depression disorders. I also volunteered at a refugee school to conduct a mental health camp for teenagers.

My main therapeutic approach is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), though I will integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) when deemed necessary. I find these modalities to be very helpful to guide clients in effectively reframing unhelpful thoughts into more realistic and rational perspectives.

I view therapy as a way to facilitate positive change, build resilience and improve overall well-being. Hence, regardless of one’s status, everyone facing their own unique sets of challenges or difficulties in life can seek help whenever they desire. I also view therapy as a collaborative effort between therapist and client. Therefore, I strive to be a genuine and sincere therapist who journeys with clients through their difficult times. It may be an overwhelming journey, but collaboration means that we will work together to achieve the best version of yourself.