From Singapore to Canada, psychologist Priscilla Lee proves that psychology is a truly global profession and one that transcends borders and cultures. In this episode of Moments in Mind, she shares the personal and professional experiences that shaped her career, from early memories of self-doubt in a high-achieving classroom to setting up her own therapy practice in Calgary.
Priscilla discusses her passion for helping neurodiverse clients, including twice-exceptional individuals, who are both gifted and experience learning differences. She explains how her clinical work goes beyond diagnosis, combining deep understanding of the brain with practical strategies that help clients realise their full potential.
Standardised assessments are a cornerstone of Priscilla’s practice. Whether it's identifying ADHD, autism or learning challenges, these tools reveal key information that allows her and her team to recommend meaningful support strategies. Priscilla describes therapy as a collaborative journey and one that involves the child, their family, and educators all working together.
As Priscilla explains it, “My job is to put myself out of a job.” For her, true success is when a client no longer needs her support, as they’ve developed the skills, confidence, and resilience to move forward on their own.
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Innerlogue Therapy and PsychologyTimestamps:- 00:02:06 Priscilla’s early school memory and feelings of self-doubt
- 00:04:37 Why she shifted from computer studies to psychology and philosophy
- 00:06:11 Her work with neurodiverse and twice-exceptional individuals
- 00:09:40 A case study: helping a child with dyspraxia succeed in math
- 00:12:33 How she empowers clients to build skills and independence
- 00:15:46 Why Priscilla moved from Singapore to Calgary
- 00:20:03 Founding and growing Innerlogue Therapy and Psychology
- 00:21:24 Advice for psychologists starting their own practice
- 00:23:51 The power of assessments and Q-global tools
- 00:26:04 Why collaboration with parents and schools is key
- 00:29:44 What Priscilla hopes to be remembered for
DisclaimerClient details and narratives presented in this podcast have been altered or omitted to protect confidentiality and privacy. Any similarities to actual individuals, events, or circumstances are entirely coincidental. Each client interaction is unique, and the outcomes or breakthroughs described are specific to the individuals involved. These examples are provided for illustrative purposes only and should not be interpreted as guarantees or promises of similar results for others.
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