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Dr Macy
Chan

Clinical Psychologist

BPsych(Hon 1), MPsych(Clin), PhD.
Telehealth only practitioner.
Delivers therapy in English, Mandarin + Cantonese.

My Usual Availability

MONDAY

Telehealth

 

TUESDAY

Telehealth

 

WEDNESDAY

Telehealth

 

THURSDAY

Telehealth

 

FRIDAY

Telehealth

 

"It is not about whether this is going to work, it is HOW we are going to
make this work together."

Her Story

Macy is a Clinical Psychologist dedicated to providing evidence-based psychological care in an empathic manner for people living with emotional difficulties or facing life adversities. She works collaboratively and flexibly with her clients to achieve optimal and meaningful treatment outcomes. She believes in the importance of enhancing clients’ resilience in addition to addressing their difficulties so as to truly empower them.

She has expertise in working with clients to resolve a diverse range of emotional challenges, including but not limited to selective mutism, anxiety, depression, behavioural problems, interpersonal difficulties, sleeping difficulties, and stress management.

Macy has clinical experience in various settings, including hospitals (the Kiloh Centre, a psychiatric unit at the Prince of Wales Hospital and Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit, and the Department of Psychology at Gosford Hospital) and private practices, servicing client populations from children to older adults with diverse needs.

Macy is trained as a clinical practitioner as well as a scientific researcher through over eight years of tertiary education at the University of New South Wales. She holds a Bachelor of Psychology degree with First Class Honours and was awarded the University Medal. She completed a PhD and Master of Psychology (Clinical), during which she conducted and published research in the field of behavioural neuroscience that extended current understanding and treatment of anxiety. She holds full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (Reg. #: PSY0001389847 – Registered as Wan Yee Macy Chan) with endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist. Macy is fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin and provides treatment for children and families who speak these languages and are not confident English speakers.

FUN FACTS

MY FAVOURITE COLOUR

Red. But you wouldn’t have guessed, as I rarely wear anything red.

WHY I’M IN THIS LINE OF WORK 

Most of my clients who are interested in Psychology, or are at the crossroad of choosing their areas of study or careers would have heard the long story. The short story is that I’ve always been fascinated with the power of words and connection in influencing people. I feel privileged to be using this ‘special power’ to make the world just that little bit much better every day. I’m also excited to witness how my clients flourish and use their ‘powers’ to better themselves and those around them. Amazing ripple effect!

ONE THING NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT ME

I love singing! Although I didn’t become a singer, I sometimes sing at work, especially to engage the little ones. My young audience usually gives me very positive reactions (Phew…Thank goodness!), and they sometimes teach me a song or two.

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