Professional Affiliations
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Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC#19341)
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Registered Psychologist of The Hong Kong Psychological Society (#2014-572)
Professional Training
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Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
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The Foundation course for teaching MBCT (by Prof. Mark Williams, Dr. Melanie Fennell, Dr. Antonia Sumbundu and Dr. Helen Ma, jointly organised by the Oxford Mindfulness Centre and the Hong Kong Centre for Mindfulness)
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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction in Mind-Body Medicine: A 7-Day Professional Training (by Jon Kabat-Zinn & Saki Santorelli)
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Mindful Parenting (MP)
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Advanced teacher training in Mindful Parenting (by Prof. Susan Bogels of the University of Amsterdam)
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EMDR Institute Basic Training
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Family therapy
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Basic Certificate course and Intermediate course in Family Therapy (by Dr. Wai Yung LEE and her colleagues, Asian Academy of Family Therapy)
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Introductory workshop on ACT (Association for Contextual Behavioural Science Hong Kong Chapter)
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ACT for PTSD and trauma-related problems (by Dr. Robyn D. Walser)
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Circle of Security Parenting Facilitator Training
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Mental Health First Aid Hong Kong Instructor
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Youth Mental Health First Aid Hong Kong Instructor
Education
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Master in Social Sciences in Clinical Psychology
(The Chinese University of Hong Kong)
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Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons)
(The Chinese University of Hong Kong)
Hello I am Patsy Wong
(Registered Clinical Counsellor, BCACC #19341)
I have 15 years of experience treating people with mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, obsessions and compulsions, trauma, disordered eating, bipolar disorder, and psychosis. I walk with clients to help them face and cope with life transitions and changes, grief and loss, self-doubt and self-esteem issues, work stress and relationships. I join clients in exploring their family dynamics to resolve conflicts among family members, foster meaningful communication, and promote effective parenting. I also guide those seeking personal growth through their journey of self-exploration toward better self-understanding and clarity.
I was trained in Hong Kong as a Clinical Psychologist and served people with psychiatric disorders in this capacity for 11 years before immigrating to Canada. Prior to obtaining a master’s degree in clinical psychology and transitioning into the mental health field, I worked in the Asia-Pacific hubs of global corporations, specializing in marketing and public relations for eight years. Beyond work, I am a wife, a mother of a teenager, and currently in the fourth year as a new immigrant to B.C. I enjoy nature and have actively involved in volleyball, tennis, hiking, and ballet.
I use various approaches, including Mindfulness-Based Interventions, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Trauma-informed therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Family Therapy. I am trained in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and Mindful Parenting. My study of Buddhist Psychology through mindfulness training and practice deepens my understanding of the causes of human suffering, which helps inform the way out.
In the face of life's challenges, it is not uncommon to run away from them or fight hard to get rid of them. More often than not, neither approach leads to a peaceful mind. I believe healing begins when we pause, take a moment to face the unwelcome, examine our vulnerabilities and resilience, and reconnect with our values. With increased awareness, we see more clearly how to align our lives with what we truly care about and make peace with ourselves.
Each person is unique, same as the therapeutic process. I will work with you on the choice of treatment approach, accompany and guide you through the journey of discovery and recovery, and help you prepare for future challenges.
I speak English, Cantonese, and Mandarin fluently and offer online and in-person services.