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Greetings everyone!
I am Melissa Lim, the Founder and Counselling Psychologist of Mindbloom Counselling And Psychological Services.
I am a fully qualified Registered and Licensed Counsellor from the Board of Counsellors Malaysia (LKM) with a Master of Counselling Passed with Distinction from Open University Malaysia.
I am also a Registered Psychologist from Malaysian Psychological Association (PSIMA) and possess with Graduate Membership (GMBPsS) and Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) from the British Psychological Society (BPS) with a Master of Science in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health from King’s College London and Bachelor of Psychological Science from Deakin University, Australia.
I am also an International Affiliate Member of the American Psychological Association (APA) and a Full Member of the Applied Neuroscience Association (ANA). Additionally, I am a Lifetime Member of the Malaysian Association of House-Tree-Person Art Drawing Therapy.
During my personal free time, I deeply value spending time with my family as they are the pillars of my strength. I enjoy reading research journal articles to keep myself up to date and to further integrate valuable knowledge into my practice. I find comfort in cooking, having meaningful conversations with close friends, and watching comedy shows to lift up my soul. To feel young at heart, I sprinkle a daily dose of laughter to destress, as it is an essential ingredient for life to be positive and joyful.
Professional Experience
I have 4 years of working and training experience, formerly in psychiatric specialist clinic and volunteered at an NGO focusing on women’s mental well-being. I utilize my counselling, psychology, and neuroscience knowledge, and also attending courses and workshops in Malaysia and Singapore to help clients navigate psychological struggles.
Certifications & Skills
I am a Certified Master Practitioner of Art Drawing - House Tree Person (AD-HTP), Certified TAJMA Personality Profiling Practitioner, Certified Professional Neuro-Psychology, and Certified Professional Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Coach. I have also obtained The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5th Edition (DSM-5), Gestalt Sandtray Therapy, Gestalt Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Metaphoric Cards, Mindfulness, and Marital Evaluation Checklist certification trainings in Malaysia and Singapore to enhance my skills and knowledge. These specialized certifications determine my commitment to applying evidence-based psychological interventions that have proven successful in fostering healing and empowering clients in their journey to recovery in mental health.
Professional Experience
I have 4 years of working and training experience, formerly in psychiatric specialist clinic and volunteered at an NGO focusing on women’s mental well-being. I utilize my counselling, psychology, and neuroscience knowledge, and also attending courses and workshops in Malaysia and Singapore to help clients navigate psychological struggles.
Certifications & Skills
I am a Certified Master Practitioner of Art Drawing – House Tree Person (AD-HTP), Certified TAJMA Personality Profiling Practitioner, Certified Professional Neuro-Psychology, and Certified Professional Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Coach. I have also obtained The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5th Edition (DSM-5), Gestalt Sandtray Therapy, Gestalt Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Metaphoric Cards, Mindfulness, and Marital Evaluation Checklist certification trainings in Malaysia and Singapore to enhance my skills and knowledge. These specialized certifications determine my commitment to applying evidence-based psychological interventions that have proven successful in fostering healing and empowering clients in their journey to recovery in mental health.
My Areas of Specialty
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Person-Centered Therapy
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Interpersonal Therapy
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Psychodynamic Therapy
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Psychoanalytic Therapy
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Gestalt Therapy
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Art Therapy
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Family Therapy
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Sandtray Therapy
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Couples and Marriage Therapy
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Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
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Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy
Who I Work With
My mental health services cater to all individuals ranging from children (my youngest client is 5 years old), adolescents and adults. I specialise in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, addiction and substance abuse, eating disorders, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, grief and bereavement, self-esteem issues, body image, anger management, procrastination, and overall life changes.
I am currently based in Malaysia, and I am also working with my clients who are from Australia, Singapore, United Kingdom, and the United States of America via telecounselling sessions.
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