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Adam Teo, Psychologist at 3 Big Things

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Adam Teo

Psychologist

Supervisor / Coach

Languages

Mandarin

Overview

Adam's diverse skill set and cultural expertise enable him to provide tailored and effective support to his clients, ensuring their unique needs are met. His commitment to fostering understanding and promoting mental wellbeing within the Asian community is a testament to his dedication and professional excellence.

Supervision Approach

Adam has extensive experience providing professional and cultural supervision across health, allied health, and workplace well-being sectors. Adam’s supervision focuses on fostering cultural competence, particularly in working with Asian populations, while integrating evidence-based practices. Taking a reflective and transformative approach, Adam creates a collaborative space where supervisees can explore their values, deepen their cultural understanding, and develop the confidence and skills to navigate complex clinical and professional challenges.

Skills and Experience

Adam registered under the general scope in Psychology in 2016. He specialises in working with the Asian community, bringing in-depth knowledge of cultural (Chinese) psychology and maintaining strong connections with several cultural community groups.

Adam offers a wide range of supports, including professional supervision, behaviour support, counselling, short-term therapy, cultural consultation, physical injury rehabilitation, family court reports, and translation/interpretation.

Adam holds a current annual practicing certificate and is a member of the NZ Psychological Society.

Areas of focus

  • Change Management Skills
  • Mediation & Conflict Management Skills
  • Experience Working with Anxiety
  • Experience Working with Trauma
  • Experience Working with Depression
  • Training Skills

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