Julianne Bjørk Yang

Culturally sensitive therapy for adults and adolescents

Singapore and online, in English and Norwegian

Hi! I'm Julianne, a Norwegian-Chinese counsellor in Singapore supporting adults, teens and their parents. I use a culturally sensitive approach to therapy, tailored to each of my clients' values, life experiences and goals.

Born and raised in Norway within a Chinese family and having worked across Asia, Europe, and the USA, I bring a unique cultural awareness to my work. I specialize in helping individuals navigate relationship difficulties and emotional challenges, whether they're feeling easily angered, anxious or emotionally numb, or struggling with loneliness, unresolved hurt or grief.

Based at Alliance Counselling, I offer individual therapy and parent coaching sessions, both in-person in Singapore and online internationally.

I conduct therapy in English and Norwegian, and can accommodate Danish and Swedish speakers. I understand conversational Mandarin, Cantonese, and Shanghainese.

Credentials

Master of Counselling, Monash University, Australia
Specialism in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals (EFIT)
Also trained in Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Committed to ongoing professional development, with professional memberships in SAC, BACP, ICEEFT and SGEFT (click for more details)

Learn more about my counselling approach

WHY TRY COUNSELLING

I help people develop the tools they need to:

Find clarity and direction in challenging times

Balance their own needs with others' expectations

Make sense of their life story and what matters to them

Develop trust in themselves and other people

MY SERVICES

Clients I work with and common issues

Adults

I specialize in supporting individuals in strengthening their personal and professional relationships. Common challenges include ongoing family conflict, caregiver stress, and loneliness, as well as coping with job loss, infidelity, divorce, and the death of a loved one.

I am experienced in working with anxiety (including social anxiety and OCD), depression, stress and burnout, grief, perfectionism, and emotional regulation difficulties. I have particular expertise in supporting clients who are navigating cultural transitions, relocation, and questions of identity and belonging.

Men's mental health
While I work with clients of all genders, many of my clients are men who sometimes find that emotions confuse, frustrate, and overwhelm them. Together, we work on understanding your emotions, their function, and how to express what you feel with more clarity and confidence. We find actionable steps to increase self-awareness and emotional flexibility, helping you build deeper, more meaningful connections.

I am committed to offering all of my clients a safe, confidential space where they can pause, reflect and refocus on their personal values and life goals.

Teens and their families

When working with teens and children, my approach is rooted in respect, creativity, warmth, and humor. I recognise the unique challenges of adolescence, and emphasise mutual respect and understanding.

Having been a counsellor in an international school in Hong Kong, I appreciate the pressures faced by students and parents alike. I work collaboratively with parents, always upholding the child’s confidentiality.

I am skilled at supporting young people who experience mood-related issues (anxiety, depression), as well as perfectionistic thinking and self-criticism. Whether they are overwhelmed by their emotions, adjusting to change or experiencing tension with peers or family, I care deeply about empowering teens to develop healthy coping strategies and self-compassion.

I also offer 1-1 parent coaching sessions in emotionally intelligent parenting, based on the internationally recognized Tuning In To Kids/Teens program.

Testimonial

"The stress I faced in my career started inflicting damage on my marriage and estranged me from my children. [...] Thanks to Julianne, I was able to work through the pain. She has a way with words, and is super patient helping me refocus my thought process. She understands the challenges a man can face in society. [...] I am truly grateful to have made the decision to seek counselling, and to have met her."

– Robert (pseudoynym), 50s

Work with me

If you have any questions or want to book an appointment with me, please feel free to reach out to Alliance Counselling directly:

Email admin@alliancecounselling.com.sg
or, fill out the clinic's contact form.

Whatsapp: +65 9188 9412 (Alliance Counselling)
Phone: +65 6466 8120 (Alliance Counselling)

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