Stephanie Leong

Registered & Licensed Counselor (LKM KBPA-09163/08772)

Languages

English, Mandarin, Bahasa Malaysia, Hokkien, Cantonese

Specialties

Stephanie has gained extensive experience utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques tailored to meet individual client needs. She primarily utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and develop healthier ways to foster a supportive and empathetic environmentenabling clients to explore their feelings freely. To enhance engagement and build rapportshe sometimes incorporates metaphoric cards and drawing techniqueswhich assist clients in expressing complex emotions and thoughts that may be difficult to verbalizefostering a safe space for exploration and understanding. With six years of experience in the fieldshe has worked with adults across various industriesconducted workshopsand addressed concerns specific to children and students. She often combines mindfulness and relaxation exercises with traditional talk therapy to improve self-awareness and emotional regulation.

Approach

She practices Person-Centered Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Reality Therapy, Art Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), guiding individuals to grow together in challenging negative thoughts, learning new techniques to cope with difficult situations, focusing on personal growth, and fostering positive change.

Background

Stephanie has a deep passion for people's wellness, particularly their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This passion inspired her to pursue a Master's degree in Counseling from USM, equipping her with the knowledge and skills to support individuals on their journey towards holistic well-being. As a registered and licensed counselor with the Board of Counseling Malaysia (LKM), her mission is to support clients with kindness and proven methods.

Qualifications

Master in Counseling (USM), Degree in Psychology (UKM), Kursus Penyeliaan Kaunseling Bahagian I & II, CBT Intervention Skill for Insomnia Symptoms, 30 hours of Psychodrama Workshop, Gestalt Therapy, Creative Art Therapy, Therapeutic Situational Play Therapy for Helping Profession & Psycho-Education, Choice Theory Reality Therapy

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