Dr. Klaris (Ka Wai) Leung, HCPC

Dr. Klaris (Ka Wai) Leung is a clinical psychologist with ten years of professional experience who practices in the United Kingdom and offers therapy in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese. She is registered with the HCPC - the UK registration for health and care professionals - and brings a multicultural sensitivity to work with adults, children, and families facing a wide range of challenges.

Dr. Leung supports people navigating major life transitions, chronic stress, anxiety, mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, bereavement, and relationship conflicts. She also addresses eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting concerns, anger and self-esteem issues, and a variety of focused needs including attachment and abandonment concerns, caregiver stress, obsessive-compulsive features, panic and phobic disorders, and family of origin problems.

Her practice integrates several evidence-based and experiential methods. Dr. Leung draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered approaches, Psychodynamic and Existential perspectives, and Solution-Focused techniques. She adapts the therapeutic mix to each person, collaborating to choose approaches that best support change and growth.

Beyond clinical training, Dr. Leung prioritizes a compassionate, non-judgmental atmosphere that respects each person’s pace. She aims to help clients deepen understanding of their thoughts and emotions, set meaningful goals, and develop practical skills to move forward. Her work with families and individuals centers on fostering resilience and supporting recovery and self-discovery.