Psychologist : Ms. Chua Kah Lin Msc. Clinical Psychology
Ms Chua Kah Lin have been trained in several therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). Guided by these approaches, she have worked many years with clients who suffer with the following conditions:
- Anxiety, fears, phobias
- Depression, low mood
- Relationship difficulties
- Work/performance related stresses
- Loss and bereavement
- Deep rooted and past traumatic experiences
- Parenting issues
- Coping with chronic health conditions
- Life transition and adjustment difficulties
Through assessment and detailed information gathering, an intervention plan will be embarked on which includes some, if not all, of the following:
- Change up unhelpful behaviour patterns
- Address past traumas that are impacting current relationships and functioning
- Cope differently with distressing and uncomfortable emotions and thoughts that show up
- Gain deeper understanding of the origin of presenting problems which would lead to a more targeted intervention plan
- Develop greater awareness of unhelpful thoughts and feelings
- Experiential work that offers the client alternative viewpoints
- Build and develop existing strengths and resources to face current perceived threats and problems
The therapeutic relationship will be one that abides by the SPS Code of Ethics. Ms. Chua aims to create a safe, nonjudgemental and compassionate space within which to explore often painful thoughts and emotions and to experiment with different ways of relating to the world and the self. Together, she will explore with the client, where some of the resistances and obstacles lie, leading to oftentimes rigid and counterproductive patterns.
It will be a space where emphasis is placed on being respectful, empowering and collaborative in order to allow the client to live a more enriching and meaningful life.
Ms. Chua is a Full member of the Singapore Psychological Society (SPS) and is registered with the Singapore Register of Psychologists.
Work Experience
2014 – Present
Consulting Principal Clinical Psychologist at Scott Psychological Centre for ADHD & Developmental Trauma.
2009 – Present
Psychology Placement Coordinator at James Cook University Singapore
2008 – 2009
Clinic Manager at James Cook University Singapore
1996 – 1998
Clinical Psychologist at Ang & Kong Psychiatric Clinic. Assessment and testing of conditions ranging from developmental disorders, learning difficulties, anxiety disorders and behavioural problems in children; to anxiety disorders, depression, personality disorders and relationship issues in adults. Teaching of counseling course to other health professionals
1991 – 1994
Clinical Psychologist at Chase Farm Hospital, London, UK. Worked with a multi-disciplinary team dealing with adult mental health cases in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Cases included stress and anxiety, depression, phobias, addictive behaviours and relationship difficulties
1991 – 1994
Clinical Psychologist at Child Psychology Clinic, Basildon Hospital, Essex, UK. Worked with multi-disciplinary team comprising paediatrician, child psychiatrist and social workers attending to childhood disorders in the community
Language & Age Group
English & Mandarin. Older adolescents & Adults
Professional Certification
Present
Full registration with the Singapore Register of Psychologists. Registration number: 009110172
1992 – 2005
Charterd Clinical Psychologist, British Psychological Society
Professional Membership
Present
Member of the Singapore Psychological Society
Volunteer Experience
1985 – 1986
Movement for the Intellectually Disabled
1984 – 1985
Programme for Active Community Treatment, Wisconsin
1984 – 1985
Mendota Mental Health Institute, Wisconsin
Education History
1991
Masters of Science in Clinical Psychology. University College London
1985
Bachelor of Science in Psychology. University of Wisconsin-Madison