Roy Ka Yiu Lam, BACP
Roy Ka Yiu Lam is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
About Roy
Roy Ka Yiu Lam is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He brings eight years of counselling experience together with a long career in human resources to help people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship and career difficulties. He trained at the University of Hong Kong and completed a Master in Social Sciences (Counselling).
He practised in Hong Kong as a volunteer counsellor and moved to the United Kingdom in 2021.
Background and approach
That background shaped his understanding of workplace pressures and cross-cultural challenges. In sessions he uses straightforward methods rooted in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy. He helps people notice patterns of thinking, manage difficult emotions and try new ways of relating to others.
Sessions focus on practical steps a person can try between meetings. Roy also pays attention to attachment and family background when it matters to a person’s current struggles. He has worked with concerns such as grief, addiction, parenting stress, immigration issues and matters connected to HIV and hearing impairment.
He offers counselling in English and Cantonese and accepts international clients. People typically start by completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule appointments by choosing times that suit them.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 397064 | June 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Roy works with
Everything Roy lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hearing impaired
- HIV / AIDS
- Immigration issues
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Sexuality
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Roy lists
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Online support
He also uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy to help people understand and work with strong feelings and attachment patterns. EFT focuses on recognising emotions, naming them, and finding new ways to communicate needs and connect with others.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Roy will talk through a person’s goals and preferences, then recommend techniques from CBT or EFT that fit. That plan can change as therapy progresses so the work stays practical and relevant.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to make counselling flexible. Video calls are useful for face-to-face interaction, phone sessions can be easier when less bandwidth is needed, live chat suits short check-ins, and messaging supports ongoing reflection between meetings. These options help people fit counselling around work, family and travel commitments.
Frequently asked
What types of problems does Roy specialise in?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and career concerns, as well as LGBT-related issues and relationship difficulties.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He combines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to address thoughts and emotions, while using practical steps people can try between sessions.
What background and experience does he bring?
He has eight years of counselling experience and a long career in human resources, plus a Master in Social Sciences (Counselling) from the University of Hong Kong.
Where is he based and how is he registered?
He is based in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Cantonese.
What session formats are available?
He works with video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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