- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- English and Cantonese
About Roy
Roy Ka Yiu Lam is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with eight years of counselling experience. He helps people who are facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career concerns and LGBT-related issues. He also works with those coping with grief, relationship and family difficulties, and problems linked to addiction or life transitions.
Before moving to the UK in 2021, he completed a Master in Social Sciences (Counselling) at the University of Hong Kong in 2017 and volunteered as a counsellor in Hong Kong. He also brings more than 30 years of professional experience in human resources to his counselling work. This background informs his interest in career development and workplace-related stress.
In sessions he combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy with ideas from Bowen family systems theory. That means he may look at the links between feelings, thoughts and behaviour, and how patterns in relationships affect everyday life. He uses practical conversation and focused reflection rather than technical jargon.
Roy offers counselling in English and Cantonese and has experience supporting people who are hearing impaired and those affected by HIV or immigration challenges. He also addresses issues such as abandonment, attachment problems, blended family concerns, parenting stress and communication difficulties.
People can expect a straightforward approach that aims to clarify what matters most to them and to explore ways of changing unhelpful patterns. To begin, users choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Emotion-Focused and CBT approaches for online counselling
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and naming strong emotions and the interaction patterns that keep people stuck. It is often used when feelings are hard to name or when relationship patterns keep repeating. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses practical techniques to change unhelpful habits and reactions.Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The counsellor will discuss goals and preferences and suggest whether EFT, CBT or a combination might suit the concerns presented. Clients and the counsellor decide together how to work forward and adjust the plan as needed.
Check which session formats are currently offered before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example fitting a shorter check-in around work, avoiding travel time, or using less bandwidth when video is difficult. Registered or accredited professionals can help people maintain progress while balancing day-to-day responsibilities, and formats can be adapted to practical needs during scheduling.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Cantonese
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He supports people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career difficulties, depression, LGBT-related issues and grief, along with relationship and family problems.
What therapeutic style does he use?
He uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside Bowen family systems ideas to look at emotions, thoughts and relationship patterns.
How much counselling experience does he have?
He has eight years of counselling experience and over 30 years of professional experience in human resources.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Cantonese.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any practical details before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.