Clinical Psychologist in Carlton Melbourne
邝哓华 ｜澳洲注册临床心理医生
Shiao-Hua Kwong
Clinical Psychologist, MAPS, FCCLP
I am a registered clinical psychologist who is fluent in multiple languages (Mandarin, Cantonese, Hakka and English). I provide psychological services to support the wellbeing of individuals over 17 years of age in Melbourne. I see clients at my consulting rooms in Carlton and also via telehealth.
I am down-to-earth and have a warm, thoughtful and non-judgemental approach. My clients appreciate that I provide an empowering and assuring presence in their journey of figuring out what is going on in their life and carving the path to a more meaningful and authentic future.
I have worked with individuals with various concerns across different life stages, in public mental health and private practice.
I started my journey in psychology about twelve years ago, after an extensive career in the finance and education sectors. I also have firsthand experience of the joys and difficulties as a migrant to a different culture as an adult. I am hence very grateful for the rich life experience I could bring into the therapy room and the opportunities to walk with clients as they manage challenges that are overwhelming.
I have developed a passion in helping people make personal recovery from life-changing illnesses or circumstances, in rebuilding hope, redefining self-identity, assuming / re-assuming responsibilities, and leading a meaningful life.
I am a LGBTQIA+ aware and affirmative clinician. I have personal connections to the LGBTQIA+ community and appreciate the particular challenges faced by individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+. It is a privilege for me to work in this space.
Education and professional memberships:
Full registration with Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA), Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) Endorsement in Clinical Psychology
Member of Australia Psychological Society (MAPS)
Fellow of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists (FCCLP)
Member of Victorian Psychologists Association
Graduate Diploma in International Studies
Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science
Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology)
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Honours)
Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science
Graduate Diploma in Christian Studies
Graduate Diploma in International Studies
Bachelor of Economics
Focus and therapeutic approach
Self-compassion forms the foundation of my therapeutic approach: I believe that self-compassion is one of the most powerful tool in shifting from distress to wellness, but more importantly in strengthening emotional resilience and mental health.
I have a special interest in treating bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety disorders and relational trauma (including childhood trauma and complex PTSD). I also help clients manage a wide range of other concerns.
Click here to find out more about all mental health concerns that I work with and the evidence-based approaches I use.
“Living with authenticity is key to living an abundant and meaningful life; it is worth the price of facing our shadow sides that we feel fearful, ashamed, or guilty of.”