Cynthia Liu
Hello, I’m Cynthia.
I am a Te Whatu Ora accredited counsellor currently working within the Asian Mental Health Service. I am known for my calm, empathetic, and thoughtful approach, and I aim to provide a safe, supportive, and structured space where clients feel heard and understood.
I am originally from Macau, China, where I completed extensive training and gained valuable experience in counselling and psychotherapy. I have continued my professional practice and development in New Zealand, working with adults, children, adolescents, and older people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
I am trained in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy through the Oxford Mindfulness Centre, where I completed the evidence-based 8-week programme that integrates cognitive behavioural therapy with mindfulness practices. This approach supports clients to develop greater emotional awareness, emotional regulation, and resilience.
I bring over 1,500 hours of counselling and psychotherapy experience from my work in both Macau and Auckland. I am committed to ongoing professional development and continually refining my skills, with a particular focus on trauma-related mental health.
I have experience supporting people with mood disorders, addictive behaviours, neurodiversity, post-traumatic stress and complex trauma, eating disorders, intergenerational and family-based trauma, and other mental health challenges. I work collaboratively and professionally, supporting clients to make practical and meaningful progress at a pace that feels right for them.
If you are looking for a counsellor who offers a calm, supportive, and thoughtful approach, I welcome you to book a session with me.
Qualifications
- 2023.12.22 Provisional Counsellor in NZCCA, Membership ID. 3653
- 2024. 8 Diploma of Community Healthcare & Support, NZQA level 7
- 2023.11 NZ Level 4 of Mental Health and Addiction
- 2022.5 Registered Counsellor, Chinese Psychological Society
- 2011.10 Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy
- University of Saint Joseph, Macao
- 2022.3 Degree of English Studies
- Beijing Language and Culture University, China
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What is online counselling and how does it work?
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Is online counselling as effective as in-person therapy?
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What issues can online counselling help with?
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