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Dr. Klaris (Ka Wai) Leung, HCPC

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About Klaris

Dr. Klaris (Ka Wai) Leung uses practical, evidence-informed therapies to help people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and life changes. She is known for straightforward care that focuses on clear goals and steady progress.

Dr. Leung speaks English, Mandarin and Cantonese and works with adults across a range of concerns. With ten years of experience, Dr.

Leung draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) among other approaches.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on understanding what you want to change, building everyday skills, and moving toward what matters to you. She keeps language simple and practical so parents and carers can follow along easily. Her background includes registration with the Health and Care Professions Council, HCPC.

That registration is recorded as part of her professional details in the United Kingdom. She offers therapy that balances direct skills work with gentle exploration of feelings and meaning. People come to Dr.

Leung for help with grief, depression, eating and sleeping problems, anger and self-esteem concerns, and mood disorders including bipolar presentations. She also supports those coping with attachment wounds, abandonment feelings, caregiver stress, and recovery after natural or human-caused disasters. Sessions use clear goals and practical steps.

The aim is to help people try small changes that add up to better day-to-day functioning. Dr. Leung works collaboratively so each person’s plan reflects their needs and pace.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
HCPC	PYL044228	May 2027

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Klaris lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Coping with life changes
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Eating and food-related issues
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues

Ways of working Klaris names

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How specific approaches work in online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and take small steps toward those values. Online ACT sessions often include simple exercises and home practice to build acceptance and committed action. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. In remote sessions this often looks like short skill drills, worksheets shared by screen or messaging, and regular check-ins to track progress. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used to help process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional charge; in online sessions the counsellor guides paced attention exercises and follows the client’s pace.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and choose methods together based on the person’s goals and preferences. Decisions are collaborative and may change over time as needs evolve.

Online formats offer practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and screen-sharing for worksheets. Phone sessions can be used when bandwidth is limited or for a quick check-in. Live chat and text messaging make it easier to fit brief notes or reflections into a busy day. These options help people access therapy from different locations and at times that suit their routine.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?

The therapist works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and coping with life changes. She also supports people with eating and sleeping issues, anger, self-esteem and a range of mood and anxiety presentations.

How would sessions typically feel in terms of style?

Sessions blend practical skills and gentle exploration. Techniques from ACT and CBT are used alongside person-centred listening to set goals and practise new ways of coping.

What is the therapist's professional background?

She has ten years of clinical experience and uses a mix of therapeutic approaches to help people manage symptoms and life stresses.

Does she hold professional registration in the UK?

Yes. Her listed credential is HCPC, which is recorded as her registration detail for the United Kingdom.

Which languages can be used in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.

Can I work with her from outside the UK?

International clients are accepted, so people outside the United Kingdom can access her services as well.

What session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are fees and getting started handled?

Costs vary with location and the subscription model used; subscriptions can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.