Dr Cherry Lau

About

Cherry is a Registered Senior Clinical Psychologist and is a Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS) and American Psychological Association (APA).

 Cherry has over 12 years of clinical experience in the field of Psychology in Hong Kong. She has worked with adult clients experiencing various emotional and behavioral issues, such as depression, anxiety, phobias, emotional dysregulation, obsessive compulsive issues, and eating disorders. She is also experienced in the treatment for children experiencing depression and anxiety, as well as other developmental challenges such as Attention Deficit/Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), social, communication and behavioural issues.

In addition, Cherry has extensive experience in providing public presentations, seminars, and conducting lectures in universities. Topics include parenting, mental health issues, supporting young children with diverse needs and their families, as well as social, emotional, behavioural, and developmental disabilities.

Cherry believes that by focusing on the psychological roots of emotional suffering, we can look into the problematic relationship patterns in our life. The main goal of psychotherapy is not only to alleviate the most obvious symptoms but to help individuals improve emotional well-being and lead healthier lives.  

Therapeutic Approaches

When providing therapy, Cherry believes that genuineness and congruence, unconditional positive regard and empathetic understanding are crucial.

She adopts integrative techniques from psychodynamic, humanistic, existential and CBT approaches. She particularly values the importance of providing clients with a non-judgemental environment that they feel safe, and that affirms the inherent value of each individual.

Languages

Cherry speaks fluent English, Cantonese and Mandarin Chinese.