Dr. Kuan Hiong Sylvia Chiang, HCPC

HCPC-registered clinical psychologist for stress and relationships

15 years experience
English and Cantonese
Stress and relationship specialist

About Dr. Kuan Hiong Sylvia Chiang

Dr. Kuan Hiong Sylvia Chiang is an HCPC-registered clinical psychologist based in the United Kingdom with 15 years of clinical experience. She supports adults facing a wide range of concerns including stress and anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, self-esteem and confidence issues, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related problems, sleep disruption, parenting challenges, anger, career change, bipolar disorder, and other life transitions.

Born in Hong Kong and trained and practised in multicultural settings including New York City, she brings cross-cultural awareness to her clinical work and is comfortable working with clients from diverse backgrounds. She provides therapy in English and Cantonese, which helps her connect with clients who prefer either language.

Dr. Chiang draws on evidence-informed methods and adapts her approach to each person - listening first, then tailoring dialogue and treatment plans to the individual’s needs and goals. Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while helping clients develop practical skills and insights to navigate difficult emotions and relationship patterns.

She aims to create a collaborative environment where clients explore what matters to them and build strategies for coping and growth. Prospective clients can expect a professional, culturally aware approach focused on clear goals and steady progress. HCPC refers to registration with the Health and Care Professions Council in the UK.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

Trauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Communication problemsControl issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Kuan Hiong Sylvia Chiang have?

Dr. Kuan Hiong Sylvia Chiang has 15 years of professional experience.

Is Dr. Kuan Hiong Sylvia Chiang a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds HCPC registration. HCPC stands for the Health and Care Professions Council, the professional register used in the United Kingdom.

In which languages does Dr. Kuan Hiong Sylvia Chiang provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Cantonese.

Where is Dr. Kuan Hiong Sylvia Chiang located?

She is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Dr. Kuan Hiong Sylvia Chiang as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Kuan Hiong Sylvia Chiang through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Kuan Hiong Sylvia Chiang work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Kuan Hiong Sylvia Chiang works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Kuan Hiong Sylvia Chiang cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Options

Dr. Chiang commonly integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy into her online practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that reflect their values - it can be useful for anxiety, avoidance, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist follows the client’s lead to build insight and self-directed change - it supports issues around self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and emotional processing. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, offering practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and sleep problems.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjustments can be made as therapy progresses.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility: sessions can take place by video call or phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging, allowing people to fit therapy into work, family, and travel schedules. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care across time zones and during life changes while supporting consistent progress.

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