Dr. Klaris (Ka Wai) Leung , HCPC

Dr. Klaris (Ka Wai) Leung is an HCPC-registered clinical psychologist based in the United Kingdom with 10 years of professional experience. She offers psychotherapy in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, and supports adults, children, and families facing challenges such as major life changes, stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, bereavement, and relational conflict.

Trained in a range of evidence-based methods, she draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to tailor care to each person’s needs. HCPC indicates registration with the Health and Care Professions Council, the UK regulator for health and care practitioners, which reflects her professional standing.

Beyond techniques and qualifications, her practice emphasizes a compassionate, non-judgmental approach that honors each person’s pace. She focuses on helping people deepen their understanding of thoughts and emotions, set meaningful goals, and build practical skills to move forward. Her work is collaborative, centering the client’s values and priorities as the basis for change.

She is committed to accompanying people through the often difficult steps of healing and self-discovery, and to supporting steady, sustainable progress toward well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying what matters most to them and taking actions that align with those values. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. It is often recommended for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood-related concerns.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that supports the processing of distressing memories and the reduction of associated emotional intensity. It can be helpful for people who have experienced traumatic events and want to work through their impact.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and she works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine techniques to create a personalized plan that evolves as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging allow people to access care from different locations and on schedules that suit them. This flexibility can make it easier to maintain continuity of support and to integrate therapeutic work into everyday life.