Tunteeya Yamaoka

In my professional experience, I've worked with young adults, adults, and couples struggling with a wide variety of issues, including anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) and relationship problems through transitional periods of their lives. I believe therapy is a space for self-reflection, identity exploration, understanding patterns, and changing them to improve your life. 
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In therapy, I am warm and assertive. I will provide a space for you to express yourself freely without judgment. I aim to support you in figuring out how to live more in alignment with your Ikigai, which means your "reason for being" or "purpose." Through tailored interventions, guidance, and practical strategies, therapy will be a place for you to redefine yourself and your relationships. 

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Along with my work in private practice, I supervise at the College of Professional Psychologists. I also volunteer with Creative Mornings and have helped with organising TEDx events. 

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Outside of my job as a therapist, I am also passionate about art, creativity, and physical health; I challenge myself through long-distance running and attend drawing classes to improve my observation skills. 

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​I am proud to say that my Ikigai is my work as a psychologist, and I am grateful to feel fulfilled by meeting wonderful people ready to make changes in their lives. 

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Areas of Interest: 

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• Perfectionism

• Generalised Anxiety and Social Anxiety

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) 

• Cross-Cultural Psychology

• Trauma/Identity

• Careers Coaching

• Life Transitions