Julianne Bjørk Yang
Therapy for adults and adolescents
Singapore and online, in English and Norwegian
Hi! My name is Julianne Bjørk Yang, and I am a Norwegian-Chinese therapist in Singapore.
Based at Alliance Counselling, I work with adults and adolescents from diverse backgrounds, and tailor therapy to each person's strengths, needs and aspirations. I offer therapy in-person and online, working with clients in Singapore and South East Asia at large.
Born and raised in Norway within a Chinese family and having worked across Asia, Europe, and the US, I bring cultural awareness to my therapeutic work. I approach all of my clients with genuine curiosity, openness, and compassion.
I speak Norwegian and English fluently. I also understand Swedish and Danish at a professional level, and understand basic Shanghainese, Cantonese and Mandarin.
Credentials and Experience
Master of Counselling, Monash University, Australia
Clinical experience from Singapore and Hong Kong, in both private practice and international schools settings
Registered Member of the British Association of Counselling of Psychotherapy (BACP) (#393838)
Trained in therapeutic approaches such as Compassion-Based Therapy (CFT),Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Past professional experience from higher education and career coaching
I help people develop the tools they need to:
Get unstuck and find meaning in their lives
Care for their own wellbeing and needs
Build healthy relationships and habits
Learn to trust themselves and other people
Clients I work with and common issues
Adults
I collaborate closely with my clients, seeing them as experts on their own lives. I also appreciate the complexity of cross-cultural relationships and understand that navigating these is an ever-evolving learning journey.
My areas of interest and experience include: anxiety, depression, grief, perfectionism, emotional regulation, work-related challenges, trauma, life transitions, and identity issues.
Men's mental health is one of my areas of special interest, as well as supporting individuals with interpersonal or relationship challenges (such as attachment issues, family conflict, infidelity).
Teens and Preteens
With children and teens, my approach is rooted in respect, creativity, warmth, and humor. I recognise the unique challenges of adolescence, and emphasise mutual respect and understanding.
Having worked as 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 have experience with supporting children and young people who struggle with: anxiety, low mood, self-harm, sleep issues, perfectionism, academic issues, peer issues (bullying), family issues, grief, and challenges adjusting to change (such as moving schools/country, divorce).
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 Alliance's contact form.
Whatsapp: +65 9188 9412
Phone: +65 6466 8120