Sharon Lam
Senior Psychotherapist
With over a decade of experience supporting adolescents and young adults, Sharon works with a wide range of emotional and mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and ASD. Known for her compassionate and tailored approach, Sharon integrates various therapeutic methods to meet each client’s unique needs.
Sharon holds a Master’s in School Counselling, a BA in Psychology, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Psychotherapy with a focus on CBT, and is trained in Attachment-Focused EMDR. With a strong background in school-based counselling, she has led group therapy, teacher training, student and parenting workshops.
- Masters of Education in School Counselling, State University of New York at Buffalo
- Postgraduate Certificate in Psychotherapeutic Approaches (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Specialisation)
- Bachelor of Psychology, Murdoch University
With over a decade of experience, Sharon is a Senior Psychotherapist at Beacon Psychology, specialising in working with adolescents and young adults. Sharon has honed her skills through extensive clinical practice, dealing with a diverse range of emotional, behavioural, and mental health issues. Her clinical experience encompasses working with adolescents and young adults facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, complex trauma, PTSD, school or family-related difficulties, attachment issues, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Sharon is a compassionate and skilled counsellor committed to empowering individuals to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.
Sharon graduated with a Masters of Education in School Counselling after obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She further received a Postgraduate Certificate in Psychotherapy (Specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy). In addition, she is fully trained in Attachment-Focused Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy (AF-EMDR).
Sharon recognises that the needs of each client are unique. Therefore, as an eclectic practitioner, she tailors her therapeutic approach from her extensive training to seamlessly integrate techniques from multiple modalities. Having worked in various schools (local and international) across Singapore, Sharon has gained a rich understanding of diverse cultural contexts. Her adaptability and cultural sensitivity contribute to her effectiveness in providing counselling and psychotherapy services.
As a seasoned therapist, Sharon has contributed significantly to the field through a variety of roles. Her expertise extends beyond individual counselling to encompass group therapy, teacher training, peer support training, student workshops, and parenting workshops. She has been instrumental in enhancing the emotional and psychological well-being of individuals within educational settings.
Sharon has a particular interest in working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma-related issues, and attachment difficulties. Her passion for fostering positive mental health in adolescents and young adults is evident in her dedication to addressing the unique challenges this demographic faces.
During her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, playing with her dog, painting while listening to an e-book, walking, and cooking.