Although I completed a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and all my postgraduate training has been in psychology, most of my clinical work has been with adults and young people aged 16 and above. Children, especially very young children, were not my primary professional focus. So despite my academic background in development and mental health, I am still very much learning how children actually work, through the lived experience of being a parent. Many parents of young children st

At Person Centre, we provide low-cost, evidence-based online psychological support for adults, parents, children, and young people. Some clients ask why we ask them to complete questionnaires at the start, during, and at the end of therapy or psychological support. This page explains why these questionnaires matter, how they protect your wellbeing, and how they help ensure that our work together is effective, safe, and meaningful. Our Services at a Glance We support: Adult Ps

Understanding “Blank Mind”, Avoidable Mistakes, Hidden Stress & Preparation Issues Many students, including high-achieving secondary and university students, notice that their exam performance is lower than expected , even when they fully understand the content during study or revision. Parents often report similar concerns about their children. Common experiences include: “My mind went blank during the exam.” “I made mistakes I never make at home.” “I don’t feel anxious, but

For many people in Hong Kong, the idea of seeking psychological support comes with a heavy worry: “If I ask for help, does it mean I have a problem?”, “Does it mean I 痴咗線?”, “Will people think I’m weak, unstable, or dangerous?”, “Will I be admitted to a psychiatric hospital or forced to take medication?” These fears are common. They come from cultural beliefs, rumours, news, and stories passed around families, workplaces, schools, and social circles. Sometimes the cultural st

A Shared Struggle We Don’t Always Talk About In Hong Kong, we occasionally hear heartbreaking news about someone harming others or their own family, often linked to mental health issues. These events cause public shock, heated discussion, and a deep sense of discomfort. Some people even begin to wonder: “Could something like that ever happen to me?” The reality is, most people living with mental health conditions are never violent. What’s much more common, but less visible, i