Dr. Klaris (Ka Wai) Leung , HCPC

Dr. Klaris (Ka Wai) Leung is a clinical psychologist with over a decade of professional practice who brings experience supporting adults, children, and families through challenging life events. She is registered with the HCPC - the UK regulator for health and care professionals - and offers therapy in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese. Her practice addresses a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, mood and bipolar disorders, sleep and eating issues, parenting and family problems, anger, self-esteem, and coping with major life changes.

Dr. Leung uses a range of evidence-based methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to tailor support to each person she works with. She also attends to related issues like attachment and abandonment, caregiver stress, obsessions and compulsions, panic and phobias, and difficulties rooted in family of origin. Her approach emphasizes understanding thoughts and emotions while collaboratively setting meaningful goals and building practical skills for change.

Beyond technique, Dr. Leung prioritizes a respectful, non-judgmental, and compassionate therapeutic environment that honours each individual’s pace and experience. She aims to guide people toward greater self-understanding and actionable change while working together to find the most suitable path for their growth.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Dr. Klaris (Ka Wai) Leung draws on several well-established approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and develop psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult thoughts and commit to value-driven action; it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns, offering practical skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, mood disorders, and sleep or eating-related concerns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that supports processing distressing memories and reducing their current emotional impact.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Leung works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. Sessions may combine elements from different approaches so that care is practical and person-centred.

Online therapy with Dr. Leung is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people in different time zones or with busy schedules. These options make it easier to access ongoing support while balancing work, family, and other commitments, and allow therapists and clients to focus on meaningful progress together.