Dr. Steven Tan

I have been active for 12 years in the local mental healthcare landscape. My career began in the public sector both as a counsellor and a clinical psychologist, which accounts for most of my tenure. After further studies, I have been working flexibly in the private sector.

My current focus lies in aiding individuals across the age spectrum who grapple with various challenges. They need not necessarily attend any session we have, but I welcome it if your family or a trusted friend is supporting you during the healing journey because recovery is easier and relapse less likely for you. 

I excel in helping those with trauma (e.g., PTSD, sudden and major life changes), depression (e.g., grief), anxiety (e.g., panic, work-related stress), unhealthy obsessions and compulsive behaviours (e.g., hoarding, repetitive cleaning), and insomnia. I have extensive experience helping individuals with impulse control difficulties, including anger/aggression and sexual preoccupation/behaviour problems. Additionally, I can help those struggling with neurodivergence (e.g., ADHD, autism spectrum), addictions, and body image/eating problems. 

I am trained in evidence-based methodologies, such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy or Schema Therapy, Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Reality Therapy. I adopt an eclectic style based on these various approaches and rely on a transdiagnostic case conceptualization to meet your specific clinical needs and personal goals given your current situation. 

I believe in activating your existing strengths or resources while maintaining a trauma-informed focus, while always adopting a nonjudgmental hand and compassion-focused stance. I look forward to working collaboratively with you regarding the challenges you face. 

Please note that my spoken proficiency in Mandarin is impractical for therapeutic purposes. If you do not mind me using a translation app and scripts (and humour me in how I stumble across my words) or if you can arrange for an interpreter, we can always work something out.