Seeking a counsellor and professional support is always okay. If you’re going through challenging times in your marriage or family, here’s where to find counselling psychologists, marriage counsellors and therapists in Hong Kong.
Feeling anxious, stressed and worried? Wondering why you and your partner get into the same quarrels every week, or how to be more patient with your family? You’re not alone. While we all try our best in difficult times, it doesn’t hurt to reach out to a professional counsellor, psychologist or therapist for help. Like shoes, you have to find the right therapist that fits you. We’ve put together this list of Hong Kong-based family therapists and counsellors, plus a few counselling centres that specialise in marriage counselling.
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Sakura Counselling – In-person and online therapy to build healthy relationships
If you’ve read pages upon pages of self-help books, but still feel sad, angry, anxious or alone, Sakura Counselling may be able to help. It offers in-person and online therapy to adults, teens, parents and families, so they can begin to unravel the thoughts and feelings that keep them feeling stuck in unhealthy habits or relationships. With a deeper awareness of your particular needs, you’ll be able to work together with the therapist to choose and practice the skills that will help you move forward. Sakura Counselling also hosts workshops with various professionals to offer a holistic approach to supporting mental health.
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SPOT – Solution-oriented family counselling in Hong Kong
At SPOT, you will find a a compassionate, diverse and experienced team of psychologists and counsellors who help children, adolescents, parents and families alike. The SPOT Psychology Team approaches every therapy session and assessment with each client’s strengths and needs in mind. It strives to make a positive difference in families’ and individuals’ lives, and help them overcome roadblocks and challenges that have surfaced using a solution-oriented approach in tailored assessments or group therapy.
SPOT, various locations across Hong Kong, www.spot.com.hk
St. John’s Cathedral Counselling Service – Therapy in Hong Kong for special education needs
St. John’s Cathedral Counselling Service provides safe, professional counselling and is one of the largest and most established health NGOs in Hong Kong. Its therapists speak over 13 languages, plus it offers psychological assessments for special education needs (SEN) for children suspected of autism, dyslexia, ADHD and giftedness.
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OCD Anxiety & Support – One-on-one counselling for families in Hong Kong
Founder Minal Mahtani, a Cognitive Behaviour Practitioner and advocate, incorporates both Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Exposure Response Prevention in her sessions and she also provides regular adult support group meetings. It is also open to parents who would like help to support their teenagers or children who have OCD or AD. Both services are free of charge (services are prioritised to those who will benefit most).
We’ve attended the support group sessions ourselves and can vouch for a safe and comfortable experience. Get in touch via [email protected] to book sessions.
OCD Anxiety & Support, www.ocdanxietyhk.org
Renewed Edge – Hong Kong counselling service and life coaching therapy
Certified by the National Guild of Hypnotists and Hong Kong Counselling Association, Renewed Edge offers a wide range of therapies from Neuro-Linguistic Programming to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, plus hypnotherapy sessions and life coaching for the family. Sessions are conducted in English, Cantonese, Mandarin and French.
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MindnLife – Family therapy and counselling in Hong Kong
A private psychology practice for the whole family, MindnLife provides counselling, personal support and therapy for adults, teens, children, couples and families. Its team has a combined clinical psychological treatment experience of over 75 years. Sessions can be held in person and online.
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Central Minds – Trusted couples and family counselling in Hong Kong
The Central Minds team are well equipped to provide various therapy techniques including cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapy and eye movement desensitisation. Its international practice includes psychologists and counsellors who can help couples and families in areas including relationship counselling and help with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, grief and loss.
Maple Tree Counselling – Counselling psychologists for parents and teens
Maple Tree Counselling offers one-on-one counselling for adults and teens experiencing depression, trauma, addiction, low self-esteem as well as group therapy and couples marriage counselling for LGBTQ+, fertility issues, menopause, parents and teens and more. It is a diverse practice of professional therapists delivering therapy in person and online in Hong Kong and Australia.
OT&P MindWorX – Hong Kong therapists for adolescents and kids
MindWorx at OT&P provides an experienced team who can help in areas including adolescent therapy, family therapy and children’s psychological assessments. It also works with individuals in areas like questioning sexuality and gender, couples counselling, coming out and family counselling.
Sassy Mama tip: OT&P provide excellent online resources in the form of blog articles and podcasts. Be sure to check out Peace of Mind by MindWorX
Family Dynamics – Counselling for families from all walks of life
Founded by a group of marriage and family therapists who graduated from the HKU Family Institute, Family Dynamics offers sessions for individuals, couples and families from all walks of life. It also organises family education and mental health lectures for the public.
More Counselling Psychologists And Therapists In Hong Kong
- Connect Counselling – In-person or online individual and couples therapy while focusing on helping people cultivate intimacy and deep meaningful connections. www.connectcounselling.co
- Dimensions Centre – Psychology and psychotherapy services for couples and families. www.dimensionscenter.com
- IntegratedWay – Relationship-focused counselling for professionals. www.integratedway.com
- Laurene Man Counselling Services – 35 years of experience in couples and family counselling. www.lmcounseling.com.hk
- Momentum Counselling – Strengths-based counselling for individuals, couples and families. www.momentumcounselling.hk
- Rethink The Couch – Online counselling psychologist in Hong Kong. www.rethinkthecouch.com
Editor’s Note: “Where To Find Counsellors, Psychologists And Therapists In Hong Kong” was most recently updated in February 2024 by Fashila Kanakka, with thanks to Najuka Redkar for her contribution.