Joey Wang

Counsellor

Individual
Family
Adults
Teens

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Qualifications

M. Couns

Languages

English
Mandarin

Clinical Hours

Saturday: 1pm - 4pm
Effective from April 2025:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 12pm - 8pm
Saturday: 8am - 4pm

Fees

Individual Therapy (50 minutes) : $150
Individual Therapy (80 minutes) : $225
Family Therapy (80 minutes) : $255

Joey Wang

Counsellor

Individual
Family
Adults
Teens

About

Having lived in Singapore and London, she has a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and perspectives, allowing her to connect with clients from all walks of life. As a yoga instructor, Joey incorporates mindfulness and balance into her life and practice, fostering personal growth and resilience.

Specialisations

Joey works with adults and teenagers, and helps them in various areas such as Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Burnout, School related issues, Work related issues, couples counselling, marriage counselling, interpersonal and relationship issues, Grief, OCD, Job Loss, Eating DIsorders, Body Image concerns, self-esteem and self-worth concerns, Perfectionism, Emotional Regulation, Transition and adjustment issues, Life challenges, Career Counselling, Personal Development

Qualifications & Experience

Joey holds a Master’s in Counselling from Monash University and is a registered member of the Singapore Association of Counselling (SAC). She combines over 16 years of leadership, coaching, and mentoring experience with hands-on counselling expertise. Her experience includes working with teens in Singapore secondary school and volunteers as a counsellor at a non-profit organisation.

As a school counsellor, Joey supported a diverse range of students navigating the challenges of school transitions, particularly those moving from Primary to Secondary school. She helped students manage anxiety related to academic pressures and social dynamics while fostering effective communication skills and resilience in those facing relationship and friendship issues. Additionally, she provided tailored support for students with special needs, ensuring they receive the necessary resources and accommodations to thrive. Her role was focused on creating a safe space for students to express their concerns and develop coping strategies for their unique challenges.

Approach to Therapy

Joey adopts a client-centered approach that prioritises empathy, active listening, and collaboration. She provides a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and goals.

Her therapeutic modalities include but are not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to challenge negative thought patterns, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to enhance skills in mindfulness and emotional regulation. She also uses Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Person-Centered Therapy (PCT). She tailors her approach to meet your unique needs. Together, she works with clients to develop strategies to overcome challenges, foster resilience, and create a fulfilling path forward.

Bilingual in Mandarin and English, she offers counselling in both languages.

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Gentle Start-Up in Couples Communication

What is a Gentle Start-up?

Effective communication is the foundation of any healthy relationship, and this holds for couples as well. A gentle start-up in communication refers to initiating a conversation with care, empathy, and respect. It’s about setting a positive tone for the discussion, which is essential in ensuring both partners feel heard and understood.

In Asian households, where communication can sometimes be perceived as harsh or direct, the concept of a “gentle start-up” may seem jarring, and unfamiliar. Traditional Asian households often prioritize directness and sometimes even bluntness in communication, leading to misunderstandings and conflicts within couples.

In fact, gentle start-up is actually aligned when the values of Asian households. Many Asian households emphasize respect towards loved ones. In such contexts, starting a conversation gently can be seen as a sign of respect, even if the content of the conversation is a complaint.

Maintaining harmony is a fundamental value within Asian households as well. A gentle start-up not only reflects respect but also serves to preserve the equilibrium within the relationship. Initiating a conversation gently reinforces the importance of the relationship. This approach communicates that the relationship is more significant than any temporary disagreement or frustration.

In Asian households, collectivism and interdependence are deeply rooted cultural values. These values emphasize the interconnectedness of the couple and the idea that their actions and words can impact the entire relationship.

The gentle start-up approach aligns with these values and aims to minimize the emotional impact of difficult moments within the family. By choosing a more respectful and considerate tone, family members can navigate challenging conversations with minimal emotional harm, ultimately promoting healthier and more harmonious family dynamics.

Benefits of Gentle Start-Ups:

Enhanced Understanding:
- Initiating a conversation gently allows both partners to approach the topic with an open mind, fostering better understanding and empathy.
Reduced Defensiveness:
- A harsh start to a conversation can trigger defensiveness, making it challenging to resolve issues. A gentle start-up can minimize this defensiveness, leading to more productive discussions.
Conflict Resolution:
- By using a gentle approach, couples can create a safe space for addressing concerns and resolving conflicts constructively.

In Asian households, the importance of gentle start-ups in couples’ communication becomes evident when considering the cultural dynamics at play. While directness and bluntness have their place, employing a gentle approach can foster understanding, reduce defensiveness, and facilitate healthy conflict resolution. It’s a harmonious blend of traditional values and effective communication techniques that can lead to stronger, more resilient relationships in the context of diverse Asian households.