Ming Shong Teh (John) (He/Him)

AHPRA Reg No. PSY0004065659

Qualification:
AHPRA registered Provisional Psychologist
Master of Clinical Psychology, Monash University (Current)
Master of Arts in Psychology (First Class Honours), University of Waikato, 2025
Bachelor of Psychology (First Class Honours), HELP University, 2021

Language: English, Chinese (Mandarin), Malay (Bahasa Malaysia)

Works with: Children (5+), adolescents, and adults

Therapy modality: CBT, Person-centered counselling

LOW COST COUNSELLING

Fees: $80 for 50-minute session and $120 for 80-minute session

Availability: Monday (Telehealth), Thursday (South Yarra)

John works as a provisional psychologist registered with AHPRA under the supervision of Chen Xu, Clinical Psychologist, Board Approved Supervisor

Introduction

Ming Shong Teh (John) is a warm, thoughtful, and approachable provisional psychologist who is passionate about supporting people through life's challenges with empathy, curiosity, and genuine respect. He believes that meaningful therapeutic change begins with feeling understood and works collaboratively with clients to create a safe space where they can explore their experiences, develop insight, and work towards meaningful goals.

John is currently completing his Master of Clinical Psychology at Monash University. Prior to commencing clinical training, he worked across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Malaysia in disability support, early intervention, youth residential care, education, and community mental health. These diverse experiences have provided him with a strong appreciation of the unique ways culture, relationships, and life experiences influence psychological wellbeing.

John values building authentic therapeutic relationships and tailoring therapy to each person's individual strengths, values, and circumstances. He aims to provide a compassionate, culturally responsive, and collaborative environment where clients feel supported throughout their therapeutic journey.

Areas of Support

John supports clients experiencing:

  • Anxiety and depression

  • Stress and adjustment difficulties

  • Academic issues for international students

  • Emotional regulation difficulties

  • Relationship and interpersonal challenges

  • Identity and self-esteem concerns

  • Life transitions

  • Grief and loss

  • Neurodiversity-related challenges

  • LGBTQIA+ related concerns

Therapeutic Approach

John's work is grounded in evidence-based, person-centred practice. He believes that no single therapeutic approach suits everyone and works collaboratively with clients to develop an individualised treatment plan that reflects their goals, strengths, and preferences.

He draws from:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Person-centred counselling

John aims to help clients better understand the connections between their thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and relationships while developing practical skills that promote resilience, psychological flexibility, and lasting wellbeing.

He believes therapy is a collaborative process built on trust, empathy, and curiosity, where clients are supported to move towards a life that is meaningful and aligned with their values.

Clinical and Work Experience

John is currently completing his clinical psychology training at Mind Body Heart Psychology under supervision.

Prior to commencing placement, he accumulated extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults across community, educational, disability, and residential care settings in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Malaysia.

His experience includes:

  • Supporting children with neurodevelopmental differences and their families through early intervention

  • Providing trauma-informed care for young people in residential care

  • Supporting adults living with disability to achieve greater independence and wellbeing

  • Conducting suicide risk assessment and providing emotional support through crisis helpline services

  • Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including psychologists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, social workers, educators, and medical professionals

These experiences have strengthened John's skills in rapport building, reflective listening, psychological formulation, risk awareness, multidisciplinary collaboration, and culturally responsive care.

Cultural Background and Communication

John has lived and worked across Malaysia, Singapore, New Zealand, and Australia, giving him a deep appreciation for how culture, identity, family, and migration experiences can influence mental health and wellbeing.

As someone who identifies as part of the LGBTQIA+ community, he is committed to providing an inclusive, affirming, and non-judgemental therapeutic space where people from diverse backgrounds feel respected, understood, and safe.

He provides therapy in:

  • English

  • Chinese (Mandarin)

  • Malay (Bahasa Malaysia)