Educational Background

• Master of Clinical Psychology – HELP University

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license/membership

Malaysian Allied Health Professionals Council (MAHPC)(CP) 00619

about liang yaw wen

Liang Yaw Wen is a Clinical Psychologist serving Kuala Lumpur (KL) and Selangor, providing psychological assessment, psychotherapy, emotional support sessions, and mental health workshops for both children and adults.

His clinical practice integrates Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Hypnotherapy, allowing for a flexible and individualised approach to mental health care.

 

Therapy Approaches
 

Person-Centred Therapy

At the core of his practice, Yaw Wen applies Person-Centred Therapy, emphasising empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard. This approach provides a safe therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to explore their experiences at their own pace.

Psychodynamic therapty

Yaw Wen works with individuals to explore unconscious processes, past experiences, and relationship patterns that influence present emotions and behaviours, supporting deeper insight and long-term psychological change.
 

COgnitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
CBT is used to help clients identify and modify unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours. This evidence-based approach is commonly applied in managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties.

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Hypnotherapy

Professionally trained in hypnotherapy since 2011, Yaw Wen integrates hypnotherapy techniques ethically and clinically to support emotional regulation, behavioural change, and subconscious exploration when appropriate.

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Areas of Clinical Interest

Yaw Wen has clinical interest and experience in working with individuals experiencing:

• Depression

• Anxiety Disorders

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

• Suicidal ideation and suicide-related concerns

• Emotional distress and crisis intervention

 

Clinical Experience & Professional Practice

Yaw Wen received professional training in university counselling centres and the psychiatric department of a local hospital, building strong clinical foundations in working with a wide range of mental health conditions.

Since 2008, he has been actively involved in NGO volunteer work, providing mental health talks, training, helpline, and emotional support services to the community.

His clinical experience includes work with children, adolescents, adults, and families, addressing emotional, behavioural, and psychological concerns.

 

Home Visit Psychological Services

In addition to in-clinic sessions, Yaw Wen provides home visit psychological services in Kuala Lumpur (KL) and Selangor for individuals who are:

• Experiencing severe emotional distress

• At risk of suicide

• Facing mobility or accessibility challenges

• Unable to attend clinic sessions due to psychological or practical barriers

All home visits are conducted with careful clinical judgment, ethical considerations, and safety protocols.

 

Work with Marginalised & Special Populations

Driven by a belief in justice and equal rights, Yaw Wen has worked with marginalised and vulnerable populations, including:

• People living with HIV

• Refugees

• Natural disaster survivors

His experience in a local university’s student counselling department further expanded his expertise in youth mental health, psychoeducation, and workshop facilitation for primary, secondary, and university students.

 

Media Engagement & Mental Health Advocacy

Since 2011, Yaw Wen has actively participated in mental health advocacy through media, contributing to public education on mental health and relationships through interviews with:

TV2, NTV7, 8TV, Astro channels, Ai FM, City Plus, Oriental Daily, Sin Chew Daily, and Nanyang Siang Pau.

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Continuous Professional Development

Yaw Wen remains committed to continuous professional development, regularly participating in clinical supervision, professional training, and mental health forums to ensure ethical and effective practice.

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Personal Interests

Outside of professional practice, Yaw Wen enjoys reading, swimming, and listening to music.

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Languages Spoken

• English

• Chinese (Mandarin)

• Chinese (Cantonese)