Wing Yau, BACP

Compassionate UK therapist for relationships and life transitions

Relationship and family focus
Speaks English Mandarin Cantonese
Accepting international clients

About Wing Yau

Wing Yau is a United Kingdom based therapist who brings 11 years of professional counselling experience and holds BACP credentials, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She works with individuals, partners, and families across stages of life including adolescence, adulthood, and family life, offering support through a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties.

Her practice addresses stress and anger management, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, family conflict, parenting challenges, and major life transitions. Wing aims to provide an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where people can explore feelings, build resilience, and learn practical coping strategies that support lasting change.

Specialising in relationship and family counselling, she supports partners and families in rebuilding trust, resolving conflict, improving communication, and strengthening emotional connection. Her approach blends evidence-informed techniques with compassionate, individualised care, helping clients and families develop greater understanding and healthier interaction patterns.

Wing recognises that taking the first step toward therapy takes courage and self-reflection. She offers steady support and guidance as clients navigate emotional stress, adapt to life transitions, or work to improve partner and family relationships, with attention to practical tools and insights that promote resilience and personal growth over time.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementDepression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Hypnotherapy Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Wing Yau have?

Wing Yau has 11 years of professional experience providing counselling support.

Is Wing Yau a licensed therapist?

Yes. Wing Yau holds the BACP credential. No additional licence details were provided.

In which languages does Wing Yau provide therapy?

Therapy is offered in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese.

Where is Wing Yau located?

Wing Yau is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Wing Yau as my therapist?

Clients can work with Wing Yau through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Wing Yau work with international clients?

Yes, Wing Yau accepts international clients.

How much does therapy with Wing Yau cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as the client’s location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, prospective clients should click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Prospective clients should click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with the therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Wing Yau integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based approaches alongside cognitive techniques to tailor care to each client. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify personal values, accept difficult thoughts and feelings without fighting them, and take committed action toward a meaningful life - it can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and navigating life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of relating that developed in earlier relationships, helping clients and families understand trust, closeness, and communication challenges and work toward healthier emotional bonds. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and reshaping unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering practical strategies for managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, and everyday difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Wing works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative process may involve combining techniques from different approaches to address specific concerns.

Online therapy with Wing is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options allow clients to access consistent support from licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations, making it easier to maintain progress during busy or transitional periods.

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