Waitlist availablePhyllis Wai Ng
MA, RP
Registered Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist, Clinical Supervisor
Individual, couple, family therapy and clinical supervision
- English
- Cantonese
- Mandarin
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Not accepting new clientsJoyce Man Chung Chu
MSocSc, RP, CCC, RCoP (HKPS)
Registered Psychotherapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor, Hong Kong Registered Counselling Psychologist
Joyce supports children, adolescents, and adults navigating emotional, developmental, and relational challenges.
- Languages
- English, Cantonese
- Sees
- Children, Adolescents, Adults, Families
- Sessions
- In person, Virtual
Approach to treatment
Joyce’s core belief is that everyone has the capacity to unlock their strengths and live a meaningful, fulfilling life. Rooted in psychodynamic therapy and positive psychology, she offers a warm, empathic, and non-judgmental therapeutic space. Joyce helps clients explore how past experiences, attachments, and relationships shape present emotions and patterns—always with curiosity, compassion, and cultural sensitivity.
Joyce tailors these approaches to children, adolescents, and adults, working collaboratively to support insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
Areas of focus
Joyce is dedicated to helping clients understand their emotional needs, recognize their strengths, and build confidence and resilience in the face of adversity.
Children & Youth
- Learning and attention difficulties
- Executive functioning challenges
- Social–emotional development
- Behavioural concerns and emotional regulation
Emotional & Mental Health
- Anxiety and excessive worry
- Stress and overwhelm
- Low self-esteem and self-confidence
- Adjustment stress and life transitions
Relationships & Parenting
- Parenting concerns and psychoeducation
- Parent–child relationships
- Interpersonal and relational challenges
Therapeutic approaches
Joyce integrates several evidence-informed approaches, tailored to each client’s needs and developmental stage:
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Understanding how past experiences shape current emotions and patterns.
- Strength-Based Approach
- Building on clients’ existing strengths and inner resources.
- Mindfulness-Based Approaches
- Supporting grounding and emotional regulation through present-moment awareness.
- Play Therapy
- Using play as a natural medium for children to express and process emotions.
- Expressive & Creative Approaches (LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®, Six Bricks)
- Using creative, hands-on methods to support emotional expression.
Features
Joyce’s passion for mindful parenting and family well-being is reflected in her published research, “Mediation Effect of Mindful Parenting on Parental Self-Efficacy and Parent–Child Attachment.” She had the honour of presenting this work at the 5th Asian Pacific Rim International Counselling and Psychotherapy Conference in Singapore (2017), sharing insights that continue to inform and inspire her therapeutic practice.
Education and experience
Joyce holds a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from Hong Kong Shue Yan University. Her professional background includes extensive experience in child psychotherapy and parenting psycho-education.
Before relocating to Canada, Joyce worked in community and educational settings supporting children with diverse learning needs and their families. Her work included: • Strength-based individual psychotherapy • Social–emotional, attention, executive-functioning, and mindfulness therapeutic groups (both virtual and in person) • Training educators, psychologists, social workers, and counsellors in LEGO® DUPLO® Six Bricks and Play Box methodologies
During her graduate studies, Joyce received three academic scholarships recognizing her research excellence and contribution to the community.
She brings a unique blend of clinical expertise, play-based training, and culturally attuned practice to her work with individuals and families.
Beyond the therapy room
Joyce describes herself as a playful learner, a mindful psychotherapist, and a “good-enough” mother. She values creativity and believes deeply in the healing power of play.
Outside of her professional life, she enjoys meditation, reading, building with LEGO® bricks, and baking desserts for her family and friends.
More of our team
- Waitlist available
Dr. Kathleen Lung
Ph.D., C.Psych.
Clinical Psychologist
Clinical-Diagnostic, Psycho-educational and WSIB assessments, individual therapy
- English
- Cantonese
- Mandarin
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ChrisB Liyan Liu
RP, MSc
Registered Psychotherapist, Art Therapist, EMDR Therapist, Clinical Supervisor
Individual therapy for children, youth and adults
- English
- Cantonese
- Mandarin
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Christina Wan-Yee Chan
BA, MSocSc, RSW
Registered Social Worker, Child & Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist
Individual and family therapy
- English
- Cantonese
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