Our clinic operates under the Intercultural Psychotherapy approach, which recognises societal figures of speech and phrases that trigger ethnic minorities. Cultural contexts as well as culture-specific verbal and nonverbal aspects (i.e. gestures, body language, personal space, etc.) of communication are considered during client interaction.

Awareness of our client’s values and beliefs into the counseling process is our mission. We consider cultural belief systems like spirituality, religion and family-centric issues may in themselves serve as therapeutic vehicles to promote healing for our clients.

Intercultural Psychotherapy also recognises the differences and similarities of various aspects of culture between the client and therapist. Culturally diverse clients often seek to connect with their therapist on a cultural level to enable a deeper level of communication and understanding. It can allow a more effective therapeutic experience for culturally diverse individuals

People from all cultures experience anxiety, depression and worries but how these are perceived and dealt with can vary from culture to culture. It also means the type of help an individual needs can differ from culture to culture where Intercultural Therapy can be beneficial.

In collectivist cultures (Geert Hofstede, 1991) such as China, India and the Middle East, people will typically share their emotional issues, including their extended family members. Most of their decisions are shared with the family, so too their emotional support. In individualistic cultures (Geert Hofstede) such as in Western Europe and the US, people will typically deal very privately or individually with their mental or emotional health and day-to-day decisions.