Sodasy Van
Psychologist
Qualifications:
Master of Clinical and Counselling Psychology, Royal University of Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Bachelor of Psychology, Royal University of Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Associate Member of EMDR Association Cambodia
Languages:
Khmer, English
I am an experienced and versatile psychologist who has worked with a broad range of clients including children, adolescents and adults. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from the Royal University of Phnom Penh. Between my studies, I worked in Thailand for one year at the Ministry of Health Department of Psychology and the Nakhon Ratchasima Psychiatric Hospital where I had the chance to learn from renowned international psychologists. I hope to continue my education to learn a wider variety of therapy approaches.
I previously worked as a school psychologist where I helped children and adolescents with a range of mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression, school refusal, and low self-esteem to develop coping strategies and improve their emotional well-being. I believe that early access to mental health services can greatly improve cognitive, emotional, and educational development. The benefits include the prevention of more serious mental illness, self-harm, and suicide.
In my current role at Sombok Psychology, I have been providing counselling and therapy sessions for adolescents and adults, centred around grounding techniques, coping skills, and psychoeducation. My use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I tailor my therapy and counselling approach to the individual’s needs.
My area of interest include:
Anxiety
Depression
Stress management
Insomnia
Intergenerational Trauma and PTSD
Parent and child relationships
Adult relationships
LGBTQIA+ clients
In my spare time, I enjoy playing guitar, listening to music, taking photos, gardening, walking my dog, spending quality time with my friends and family, and travelling.
