In-Person in Markham, ON L6C 0Z8
Online in
Ontario
I understand how hard it can be when mental illnesses affect your relationships, work, school, ambitions, and overall well-being. Life is challenging, but I believe that there is always hope. I want to work with you collaboratively to help you identify the thoughts and behaviours that keep you from living life to the fullest. I look forward to talking to you to see how we can work together to help you overcome life's obstacles in order to pursue your happiness.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Teen
Languages: Cantonese, Mandarin, English
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Eclectic Therapy Draws from different therapeutic methods based on what fits each client best. It is flexible and personalized rather than following one single model.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Approach Description: The foundation of my practice is culturally sensitive and client-centered. I provide a non-judgmental and supportive environment to empower clients to explore their options and learn coping skills in order to manage obstacles on their own.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 180-200
- Accepts Insurance
- Please check your extended health benefits to determine whether you have coverage for services provided by a Registered Psychotherapist.
Education & Credentials
Phyllis Wai Ng MA, RP, CCC
- Female
- License # CRPO#1906
- Licensed in ON
- Practicing Since 2003
Education: I got my Bachelor degree in Psychology at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and received my Master's degree in Educational Psychology at the University of Minnesota.
Phyllis Wai Ng Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Markham, ON L6C 0Z8
- Available Online for residents of Ontario
- Online Therapy Details: Utilizing OWL Practice secure videoconferencing sessions
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC). I am also a member of Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals (OAMHP). I speak English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Before beginning my private practice in 2012, I worked for 5 years as a high school guidance counsellor in the United States and for another 5 years as a clinician at a residential program in Downtown Toronto. Since 2012, I've has been providing individual, couple, and family counselling and psychotherapy through private practice. Between 2014 and 2016, I've also provided Employee Assistant Program (EAP) services for different EAP providers. The foundation of my practice is culturally-sensitive and client-centred. I create a non-judgemental, supportive, and empathetic environment for all my clients.
My areas of specialization are depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), stress management, borderline personality disorder, relationship issues, school difficulties, adolescent issues, parenting, motor vehicle accidents, and adjustment issues (e.g., grief, immigration, pregnancy, etc). To name a few treatment styles, I draw on several therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Narrative Therapy.
Life is challenging but I believe that there is always hope. I am a mother of two children so I understand how challenging it is to be a parent in today's environment. I also have many close family members who struggle with mental health issues so I understand how hard it is to support someone with mental illnesses. My services are covered by most extended health care benefits. Please feel free to contact me to see how we can work together.