Mary CHAN

MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST

Languages Practiced In

English, Mandarin, Cantonese

Session Types Offered

Individual Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy

Background & Experience

Ms. Mary Chan is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist with over 10 years of experience specializing in treating mood disorders, relationship and family issues, developmental trauma in children, and grief. Her unique background combines corporate leadership experience with therapeutic expertise, enabling her to offer a distinctive and integrative approach to mental health services.
 
Originally from Hong Kong, Mary received her professional training from the Pacific Graduate School of Psychology in the United States and holds certification in Canada. She previously worked with International SOS and Raffles Medical Group and is currently a partner with CALM International. Her past experience working with a Hollywood studio has broadened her exposure to diverse cultures and global dynamics. This multicultural experience has greatly enriched her role as both a therapist and trainer, allowing her to connect deeply with clients from various backgrounds.
 
Mary is an active member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, the American Counselling Association, the Canadian Association for Play Therapy, the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science, and Chi Sigma Iota, the counseling academic and professional honor society international.

Approach

Mary specialises in treating mood disorders, relationship and family issues, developmental trauma in children, and grief. She integrates evidence-based therapy with cultural sensitivity, tailoring her methods to meet the needs of each client. In school and organisational settings, she works collaboratively with leadership teams to address mental health challenges through counselling, crisis intervention, and psychoeducation. Her approach blends clinical expertise with empathy and cross-cultural understanding, enabling her to support individuals and communities with compassion, professionalism, and respect.

Areas of Expertise

Mood & Anxiety Disorders
Relationship & Family Conflicts
Developmental Trauma in Children
Grief Counselling
Stress Management

Credentials

Education

  • United States Pacific Graduate School of Psychology

Professional Memberships

Therapuetic Approaches
  • Integrative Therapy combining multiple evidence-based modalities
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
  • Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP)
  • Psychoeducation for individuals, families, and school communities
  • Play Therapy for children Cross-Cultural and Multicultural Counselling Frameworks
  • Grief Counseling
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Attachment-Focused Treatment
Client Groups Serviced
  • Adults
  • Adolescents
  • Children
  • Couples & Families
  • School communities (students, faculty, leadership)
  • Corporate and organisational teams

To connect with Mary CHAN, please email us at enquiry@calmintl.com or submit your enquiry through our contact form. If you’re exploring your options, we can also guide you through our personalised matching process to pair you with the therapist best suited to your needs.

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