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Siu Hin "Calvin" Lui

BACP ยท United Kingdom

Practical therapy for stress and relationships

Experience
8 years
Practising in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Session type
Online only

About Siu

Siu Hin "Calvin" Lui introduces himself simply as Calvin. He presents as a calm, straightforward counsellor who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety and depression. He also addresses relationship and intimacy concerns, addictions, grief, sleep and eating difficulties, and challenges at work and home.

Calvin uses everyday language in sessions and aims to make therapy easy to follow. He listens for what matters most and helps people set small, realistic steps.

Background and approach

Sessions are practical and geared to what each person wants to change. He has eight years of experience working across different settings and countries. His background includes time in the United States, Hong Kong and the United Kingdom, and he has worked with a range of cultural and socioeconomic groups.

He holds BACP, which denotes registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Calvin draws on several therapeutic approaches to suit different needs. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people act in line with their values.

He works with Attachment-Based ideas to look at patterns in relationships. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy are also part of his toolkit. People who choose Calvin find a collaborative style.

He helps people clarify goals, practise new ways of coping, and review progress together. Sessions aim to be straightforward and usable in day-to-day life.

What Siu works with

Primary focus
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflicts
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How Siu works

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

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Attachment-Based Therapy

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Client-Centred Therapy

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

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Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

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Gottman Method

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Sessions & fees

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while choosing actions that match their values; it can be useful for stress, anxiety and finding direction. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in close relationships and helps people understand how those patterns affect current bonds and intimacy. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing practical behaviour changes to reduce symptoms like anxiety and low mood.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Calvin collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. He reviews progress together and adapts the plan if something feels unhelpful.

Online sessions can be delivered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls work well for in-depth conversations and when visual cues help the process. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging suit short check-ins, homework discussion or people who prefer writing over speaking. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around work, family and travel commitments.
Session lengthTypically 50 minutes
Client agesAdults, 18 and over
FeesSubscription via BetterHelp, cancel anytime
InsuranceNot billed directly

Questions people ask

What concerns does Calvin help with?
He addresses stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy matters, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, eating and sleep problems, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem and workplace issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Calvin takes a down-to-earth, collaborative approach. He listens, helps people set small goals and uses practical techniques to support change.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has eight years of experience working in residential, outpatient, school and independent practice settings across multiple countries.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He holds BACP, which indicates registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
8 years
Registered with
BACP
Languages
English

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