Support families and children to grow
- feeling connected and understood together.

a time when meltdowns weren’t daily,
worries and anxiety didn’t hold your child back, and family life didn’t feel so tired or tense… but those days feel like a distant memory.

Do you wish you had the ways to change that?

DO YOU REMEMBER...

Hi! I'm Joyce Chu.
MSSCP, Registered Psychotherapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor, Hong Kong Counselling Psychologist

I support children and families just like yours—who want to feel calmer, more connected, and more resilient.

I help my family clients walk away with greater confidence, hope, and peace of mind by empowering them to better understand emotions and behaviors, and strengthen parent-child relationships.

Many of today’s advices for children and family struggles are likely one-size-fits-all or focused only on “fixing” behavior, leaving parents feeling discouraged or children feeling misunderstood.

I know every family’s story is unique, so every step we take is tailored to your child’s needs and your family’s goals—always with growth-mindset and connection in mind.

Serves families in Markham, Stouffville, and online across Ontario, Canada
Languages offered: English, Cantonese, Mandarin

Start with WHY

Growing up...
I’ve observed how family dynamics and parenting values deeply shape how children are viewed, understood, and empowered.

Sometimes, even when adults have the best intentions, they might concentrate on the 'issues' concerning the child and miss the young ones' emotions, thoughts, and needs that lie beneath the challenging behavior.

That’s why I’m passionate about helping parents
see their child as a whole person.

Beyond the Hole — See Their Whole

Parenting can sometimes feel like
staring at the “hole” in the donut
— the tantrums, worries, or things that seem wrong.

But when we look a little wider, we see the rest of the donut: a child filled with curiosity, kindness, and strengths
— like the sparkling sprinkles on top of the donut.

How do I support you, your child, and your family?

I support families by helping parents understand their children on a deeper level — so everyone feels seen, safe, and supported. Together, we strengthen emotional connections and build healthier, more joyful relationships at home.

Using a strength-based, emotionally-focused, and attachment-informed approach that integrates play therapy, parent consultation, and family therapy, I help parents, teens, and children regulate emotions together, improve communication, and nurture resilience through connection.

How does the process look like?

First, we create a safe, trusted space where your child can express themselves freely and you can share your concerns.

Through our work, you’ll be equipped with skills and confidence to bring harmony and positive connection into your home.

Then, we work together towards your goals, like strengthening parent-child communication, fostering emotional regulation, and developing confidence.

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A little bit more about me

As a mom of a pre-teen,
I embrace the everyday chaos filled with mixed (and sometimes dramatic!) emotions — from finding the right pants to wear, navigating friendships, to handling school transitions, relocation, and adapting to a new culture.

I constantly remind myself that I’m a “good enough” parent
— some days I nail it, and some days it’s cereal for dinner… and that’s perfectly okay. I focus on tuning into my child’s emotions, helping them feel seen, heard, and GOOD enough.

Creating a safe and trusting base at home is how I live out what I believe and bring into my work with families

• Graduated with a Master of Social Sciences in Counselling Psychology from Hong Kong Shue Yan University, where I focused on parenting and developed a play-based approach to enhance parent–child relationships.

• Registered as a Psychotherapist (CRPO) in Ontario, a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCPA), and a Registered Counselling Psychologist (HKPS) in Hong Kong. I dedicate my practice to supporting the mental well-being of children, youth, parents, and families.

• Specializing in using playful methods, including Play Therapy, LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®, Play & Learn, and Six Bricks.

• Experienced in delivering mental health workshops, training, and talks to help children and parents strengthen emotional connection and understanding.

• Being a former assistant teacher in a daycare center, I gained firsthand understanding of children's (aged 2-5) developmental needs as well as parents' struggles.

• Volunteering in the community, supporting families facing mental health challenges with the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA).

• Lived experience about Chinese parenting values and Asian cultural perspectives. The fluency in Cantonese and Mandarin also helps me better support diverse families.

My Experience & Training

CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Facilitator of LEGO® Duplo® Play and Learn, Six Bricks
Certified Facilitator of LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® method
Certified MYmind Instructor, Mindfulness Teacher
Certified Facilitator of Tuning into Kids (University of Melbourne)
Certificate in Services to Children with Special Educational Needs

RESEARCH / PUBLICATION

Mediator effect of mindful parenting on parental self-efficacy and parent-child attachment of preschoolers in Hong Kong, 5th Asian Pacific Rim International Counselling and Psychotherapy Conference (2017), Singapore.

Development of playful LEGO®-based Intervention on Family Engagement for Parents and Children, 2021 Canadian Psychological Association-Annual National Virtual Convention, Canada

EDUCATION
MSS. (Counselling Psychology)
MSS. (Psychology)

LICENSURES
Registered Psychotherapist
(The College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, CRPO)
Canadian Certified Counsellor
(Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, CCPA)
Hong Kong Registered Counselling Psychologist
(The Hong Kong Psychological Society, HKPS)
HKPS Graduate and Division member, Counselling Psychology

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Play Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Couple and Family Counselling
Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy

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