Vanessa Chin
About Me
Hello I'm Vanessa, your supportive clinical psychologist! I believe that life is a paradox. It can be joyful yet painful, beautiful yet ugly, hopeful yet helpless.
And since suffering is part of life, it's okay to not be okay. If happiness is too far-fetched, then may we find peace in chaos.
My approach is rooted in empathy, evidence-based therapies, and a genuine wish to see you be well. Together, we'll explore your thoughts and feelings, set achievable goals, and build the resilience you need.
Thank you for choosing yourself and your mental health. Feel free to come as you are, because “the curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change". – Carl Rogers
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Specialties
Difficulty controlling feelings of anger
Persistent and excessive worry or fear
Persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and worthlessness
Feelings of pressure and tension
Sudden and intense feelings of fear or anxiety
Challenges in romantic relationships
Emotions and experiences following a loss
Emotional and psychological effects of a traumatic event
Self-improvement and growth
Difficulties with friends, family, or romantic partners
Thoughts of self-harm or suicide
Difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity
Extreme mood swings between depression and mania
Instability in relationships, self-image, and emotions
Abnormal changes in mood, including depression and bipolar disorder
Intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors
Anxiety and other symptoms following a traumatic event
Therapeutic Approach
This approach helps clients identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviours that contribute to their problems. The therapist works collaboratively with the client to develop strategies to challenge and modify these patterns, leading to improved mood and functioning.
This approach combines cognitive behavioural techniques with mindfulness practices to help clients develop greater awareness and acceptance of their thoughts and emotions. The therapist helps clients cultivate a non-judgmental and curious attitude towards their experience, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
This approach combines mindfulness techniques with values-based action to help clients develop greater psychological flexibility and live a more fulfilling life. The therapist helps clients identify and accept their difficult thoughts and feelings, while guiding them towards actions that align with their values.
This approach focuses on the client's subjective experience and encourages them to explore their thoughts and emotions in a non-judgmental and supportive environment. The therapist takes a empathic and non-directive role, allowing the client to lead the session.
