About Us

Counsellor / Couple Counsellor

PCMSAC, MGC, PGCert STA (Social Work & Clinical Practice), PGCert CCS, BSc (Psych)

 

The Lion Mind

Doris is a mental health clinician with The Lion Mind. She has more than 12 years of counselling experience in the social service sector, supporting families and couples going through separation and distress in their relationships. She also extensive experiences working with individuals facing issues such as grief and loss, parenting, stress, and anxiety.

Being a working mother, Doris understands the struggles in managing work-life balance. Having gone through numerous adjustments, she empathises with clients’ challenges in their life stages and transitions. Through counselling, She helps clients to establish positive changes in their lives.

 

Clinical Knowledge & Skills

Doris has a Master in Guidance & Counselling from James Cook University (Singapore), and a Bachelor in Science (Psychology) from SIM University. Her other qualifications includes a Post Graduate Certificate in Systemic Thinking and Approaches (Applications in Social Work & Clinical Practice), and a Post Graduate Certificate in Clinical and Casework Supervision from the Counselling and Care Centre, and a Certificate of Specialisation in Family and Couple Counselling from the Singapore University of Social Sciences.

Doris adopts an integrative counselling approach tailored to each client's needs. She is well-versed in family systemic psychotherapy, psychodynamic approaches, and narrative psychotherapy. She also integrates mindfulness practice into her sessions.

Doris believes in building good attunement skills and reflexivity. It helps her establish therapeutic relationships with clients from different walks of life. With appropriate pacing, increased awareness and trust, she explores the unspoken curiously and respectfully with her clients.

 

Professional Membership

Doris is a Provisional Clinical Member (membership no. D1080) with the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC).

 

Other Experiences

Doris brings a wealth of experience to the table, having successfully led support groups that cater to a diverse range of clients, from individuals seeking guidance on personal growth to parents navigating the complexities of raising children. Her proficiency spans a variety of essential subjects, with a particular focus on self-care and parenting, areas she recognises as foundational to well-being. In each session, Doris fosters an environment of openness, where participants are encouraged to share their experiences, challenges, and successes. She expertly facilitates discussions that promote mutual support and learning, ensuring that each individual leaves with practical insights and strategies that are thoughtfully tailored to their unique circumstances. Her ability to create a supportive and nurturing atmosphere makes her an invaluable resource for those seeking meaningful connections and personalised guidance on their journey towards improved mental health and emotional resilience.