Frequently Asked Questions
Therapy with a Clinical Psychologist in Hong Kong

HK$2,800 per 50-minute online session

Yes, for ages 13+. I involve parents/guardians in onboarding and provide guidance on supporting progress at home.

EMDR can help with single-incident or complex trauma. We do a thorough assessment, build coping tools, then process memories at a safe pace.

It depends on your goals. We set a plan together and review progress regularly.

Yes. I offer therapy in both English and French. I am a native French speaker and work with francophone expats across Hong Kong from France, Belgium, Switzerland, and beyond.

You do not need a GP referral to access private psychological therapy in Hong Kong. You can contact Dr. Aurélie Comes directly via the contact form to arrange a free 15-minute consultation.

A clinical psychologist holds a doctoral-level qualification (typically a PsyD or DClinPsy) and is trained to assess and treat the full range of mental health conditions using evidence-based therapies. A counsellor or therapist may hold a master's-level qualification. In Hong Kong, there is currently no statutory registration for psychologists, so it is important to verify qualifications before beginning therapy.

Yes. Dr Aurélie Comes is a Clinical Psychologist in Hong Kong specialising in anxiety disorders, including generalised anxiety, health anxiety, social anxiety, and panic attacks. Sessions are available online and delivered in English and French. The first step is a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your goals and see whether therapy is the right fit.

CBT is particularly well-suited to high-functioning professionals because it is structured, goal-oriented, and transparent — you always know what you are working on and why. Benefits include: reduced anxiety and overthinking, improved decision-making under pressure, better sleep, fewer physical symptoms of stress, and practical tools you can use independently. Most clients notice meaningful change within 8–12 sessions.

Expat life in Hong Kong brings specific stressors — relocation adjustment, career pressure, social isolation, cultural differences, and distance from support networks. Effective evidence-based techniques for expats with anxiety include: cognitive restructuring (identifying and challenging anxious thoughts), behavioural activation, mindfulness-based strategies, and graded exposure to avoided situations. In therapy, we tailor these tools to your specific context and lifestyle.

Yes. Dr Aurélie Comes offers a free 15-minute consultation to all new clients. This is an opportunity to discuss what brings you to therapy, ask any questions, and decide together whether we are the right fit. There is no obligation to proceed after the consultation. You can book directly via the contact form on this website.

CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) is a structured, talk-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful patterns in thinking and behaviour. It is evidence-based for anxiety, depression, OCD, and burnout. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that targets the memory network, allowing distressing memories to be processed and 'unstuck'. It is particularly effective for trauma and PTSD. The two approaches complement each other and are often used together. During your assessment, we will discuss which approach — or combination — is most appropriate for your goals.

Yes. Dr Aurélie Comes is a native French speaker and offers therapy sessions in both English and French. This service is available to expats in Hong Kong from France, Belgium, Switzerland, Canada, and any French-speaking country. Sessions are conducted online via a secure video platform, making them accessible from anywhere in Hong Kong.