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Hoi-Wing Chan, BACP

Empathic therapist for life changes and trauma

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About Hoi-Wing

Hoi-Wing Chan helps people facing trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, and the stress of big life changes. He also supports those dealing with career strain, grief, addictions, anger, intimacy concerns, parenting pressures, low self‑esteem and ADHD. He works in English and Cantonese and practises from the United Kingdom.

Chan aims to make talking about hard things straightforward and respectful. He adapts conversations and a plan to each person’s situation. Sessions are paced to what feels manageable, and practical steps are offered alongside deeper reflection.

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How Hoi-Wing works

His approach draws on Jungian ideas about meaning and symbols, psychodynamic attention to past patterns, and mindfulness techniques to help people stay present. These methods are used to untangle recurring feelings and to try out different ways of coping. The work can include noticing patterns, practising new responses, and building small routines that help day‑to‑day life.

Across eleven years of professional practice Chan has worked with a broad range of challenges. He describes his role as supportive and empowering, focusing on what clients want to change and how to get there. People can expect a calm, steady style that balances listening with clear suggestions.

To begin, Chan asks a few questions to understand immediate concerns and goals. From there he and the client agree on a way forward, which may include regular sessions or short check‑ins to maintain progress.

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What Hoi-Wing works with

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Training and background

Register BACP
Years in practice 11
Languages English, Cantonese
Session format Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging
Country United Kingdom

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Online support options

Therapeutic approaches and online sessions

Jungian Therapy pays attention to personal stories, symbols and dreams to help people find meaning in recurring problems and emotional patterns. It can be useful for those who want to understand deeper themes in their life and identity.

Mindfulness Therapy focuses on simple attention practices and grounding techniques to reduce reactivity and improve day‑to‑day coping. It suits people who want concrete skills for stress, anxiety and low mood.

Psychodynamic Therapy looks at past relationships and repeated patterns that shape current feelings and behaviour. This approach helps when longstanding habits or emotional responses keep getting in the way of change.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose which methods to emphasise based on goals, needs and preferences. That discussion can happen in early sessions and be revisited as things change.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text‑based messaging. Video calls allow face‑to‑face interaction; phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check‑in is needed. Live chat and messaging suit shorter check‑ins or when someone prefers written reflection. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family or travel commitments while still keeping continuity of care.

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Common questions

What kinds of problems does Hoi-Wing Chan help with?
He supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, addictions, anger, intimacy concerns, parenting pressures, career difficulties, low self‑esteem and ADHD.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a calm, steady approach that balances listening with practical suggestions and tailored plans to match each person’s needs.
What is his professional background?
He has eleven years of professional experience working as a psychotherapist and has practised in Hong Kong and the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed for him?
He holds BACP credentialing and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English and Cantonese, and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text‑based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

A practical next step

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