Professional registration/licensing:

  • Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), UK

  • Play Therapy International

Specialty area:

  • Play Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).

  • Anxiety And Mood Disorders

  • Trauma

  • Grief

Dr. Olivia Hwang

Clinical Psychologist and Play Therapist

Dr. Olivia Hwang completed her doctoral training in Clinical Psychology in Hong Kong and is registered as a clinical psychologist and play therapist in the UK. Dr. Hwang has also completed specialised training in evidence-based therapies such as Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). She is also trained in using mindfulness techniques to help children and adolescents individually, as well as in groups.

Dr. Hwang is a seasoned professional with more than 15 years of dedicated experience specializing in providing comprehensive support to children and adolescents facing various challenges. Her expertise lies in assisting individuals dealing with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, grief, selective mutism, relationship difficulties, social skills development, anger management issues, and challenging behaviors.

Furthermore, Dr. Hwang adopts a collaborative approach, working closely with parents to enhance their parenting skills and foster strong parent-child relationships. By prioritizing individual and familial growth, she aims to maximize positive outcomes and facilitate meaningful changes in the lives of those she serves.