Mandarin-Speaking Psychologist in Melbourne

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用您的语言表达心声 — 普通话心理和询

在 The Talk Shop,我们提供普通话心理和询服务。我们理解语言和文化背景对心理健康的重要性。

At The Talk Shop, we offer psychological support in Mandarin across four Melbourne clinic locations and via Telehealth. Our Mandarin-speaking psychologists understand the cultural context that shapes your experience — because language is more than words.

WorkCover, NDIS or TAC approved? YOU PAY NOTHING.
If your claim has been approved, we bill your funder directly. Zero out-of-pocket cost — no gap, no upfront payment, nothing.

Why Seeing a Psychologist in Mandarin Matters

Research consistently shows that people achieve better outcomes in therapy when they can express themselves in their first language. Emotional nuance, cultural context, and lived experience are often lost in translation — even for people who are highly fluent in English.

Working with a Mandarin-speaking psychologist means you can:

Cultural safety is not a nice-to-have in psychology — it is a clinical requirement. At The Talk Shop, our Mandarin-speaking psychologists are trained to provide evidence-based care that is sensitive to the specific pressures, values, and community contexts of Mandarin-speaking Australians.

What We Can Help With

Our Mandarin-speaking psychologists provide support across a wide range of mental health concerns, including:

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Our Mandarin-Speaking Psychologists

The Talk Shop has a large team of psychologists across Melbourne. Our Mandarin-speaking practitioners are fluent in Mandarin and deeply familiar with the cultural expectations and family dynamics of Chinese-Australian communities. Yee Han Wong is a provisional psychologist, registered with the Psychology Board of Australia and practising under clinical supervision.

Not sure which psychologist is right for you? Our admin team can match you based on language, cultural background, clinical specialty, and availability. Call us on 1300 224 665 or use the contact form and we will find the right fit.

Yee Han Wong, Provisional Psychologist in Brandon Park and Melbourne CBD

Yee Han Wong

Discover Yee Han’s qualifications and experience as a Provisional Psychologist. Take advantage of his expertise and schedule a convenient daytime in person session with him at our Brandon Park and Little Collins Street office.

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What to Expect at Your First Appointment

Your first appointment is a 50-minute assessment session. It is a confidential, no-pressure conversation — a chance to talk through what you have been experiencing, in Mandarin, and explore what support might look like for you. You are not committing to ongoing sessions.

From there, your psychologist will discuss a treatment plan tailored to your individual needs. Sessions are structured and practical — drawing on evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed care, and mindfulness-based methods.

We offer in-clinic appointments at Mooroolbark, Wheelers Hill, Reservoir, and Melbourne CBD, as well as Telehealth sessions from anywhere in Australia — ideal if attending in person is difficult.

Funding Options — What Will You Pay?

WorkCover, NDIS or TAC approved? YOU PAY NOTHING.
If your claim has been approved, we bill your funder directly. Zero out-of-pocket cost — no gap, no upfront payment, nothing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to speak English to use The Talk Shop?
Sessions with our Mandarin-speaking psychologists are conducted in Mandarin. You do not need any English at all. You do not need any English at all.

Is what I share in sessions kept confidential?
Yes. Everything discussed in therapy is strictly confidential under Australian law and the Australian Psychological Society Code of Ethics. The only exceptions are where there is serious risk of harm — your psychologist will explain these limits at your first appointment.

Does Medicare cover psychology sessions conducted in Mandarin?
Sessions in Mandarin are with a provisional psychologist, so they are not Medicare-rebated; they start from $50. Medicare rebates apply to sessions with our registered and clinical psychologists, which are conducted in English.

Can I see a psychologist via Telehealth in Mandarin?
Yes. Telehealth sessions in Mandarin are available from anywhere in Australia. This is particularly useful if you are not near one of our Melbourne clinics, or if attending in person is difficult.

What if I want to switch between Mandarin and English during a session?
That is completely fine. Many clients naturally move between languages depending on the topic. Our psychologists are comfortable with mixed-language sessions.

Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can book directly with The Talk Shop without a referral. A GP referral (Mental Health Treatment Plan) is only needed if you wish to access Medicare rebates.

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