Licensed clinical Psychologist Hong Kong- Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Family Psychologist
ABOUT
Dr. Ghazi Kaddouh (PsyD) is an experienced licensed clinical psychologist from the US since 2004. He has worked and trained at some of the top educational institutions in the US: including Harvard University and University of California at Berkeley. Dr. Kaddouh relocated with his wife and two kids to Hong Kong in 2011. For a period, he served as a consultant at Central Health Medical Practice, a highly-regarded medical practice in Hong Kong. In addition to being a clinical psychologist, Dr. Kaddouh has worked as a personal / executive coach, academic counselor, and as a business and mental health consultant.
modalities
Psycho-Dynamic
Cognitive Behavioral
Narrative
Interpersonal
Biological Models
Mindfulness
Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Wiley Parenting Skills
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT, for PTSD)
SERVICES &
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
THERAPY
Areas including, but not limited to:
- Affective disorders (depression & anxiety)
- Couples & Family Therapy
- ADHD / ADD
- PTSD
- Substance abuse
- Eating issues / Body image
CONSULTING
We work with institutions and businesses:
- Conflict resolution
- Mediation
- Leadership
- Effective communication
- Work productivity
- Motivation
COACHING
We coach on personal / life issues & corporate:
- Getting clarity
- Undoing self-defeating patterns
- Achieving goals
- Career & Public speaking
ACADEMIC COUNSELING
- Students with ADHD
- School / Life pressure
- Career counseling
- Preparing for transition to university
WORKSHOPS & GROUPS
Including, but not limited to:
- Couples Counselling / Parent workshop
- Training for parents / teachers of kids with ADHD
- Counselors training
- Re-energizing romance
- Stress reduction & meditation
ASSESSMENTS
Psych. testing including, but not limited to:
- Couples & Family assessments
- Affective disorders (e.g. depression, anxiety)
- Personality & various mental disorders
- ADHD, ADD
in practice
- Provide support, alleviate suffering and mental anguish to those who are going through transitional periods and challenges whether personal, relational, or job related.
- Help individuals, couples, and families explore options when there seems to be only one or none.
- Help businesses, institutions and leaders learn various types of negotiation and determine the best approach given the particular situation.
- Provide highly effective conflict resolution and mediation strategies for both personal issues (couples, family, relational etc.) and business interests.
what you can hope to achieve
- Change the narrative. Move forward.
- Be clear on what you need versus what you want
- Effective communication & conflict resolution
- Be empowered and find alignment of your self and actions
- Achieve work-life balance
TESTIMONIALS+
I came to know and love Ghazi while I was a graduate student at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Ghazi was a counselor at Harvard at the time and counsel me he did. He gave me perspective on where I was and perspective on what was within me to accomplish while I was there. His spirit is difficult to describe in words without experiencing it first hand, but there is a soulfulness, kindness, wisdom, grace, understanding and acceptance to Ghazi that engulfs you while in his presence. He makes one feel infinitely better about oneself and that’s a special quality to possess and to pass on to others. He is a spiritual guide in a modern age — an old soul for a new century. If you have the opportunity, contact him. You will be richly rewarded in the process. My only regret is that he is so far away from me logistically at this point that I cannot be in his company on a regular basis. Despite that, our time together feels like it was only yesterday.
I came to see Dr Ghazi upon the recommendation of our family GP and it is one of the best decisions I have made in my life.
I had been struggling with depression and anxiety and through Ghazi’s holistic, caring approach, have made a full and lasting recovery. He is a best depression and anxiety psychologist.
He brings a vast amount of life and clinical experience to his practice. He connected with me on a deep level which allowed me to put my trust in him and in the process we were working on together.
He was able to adjust his treatment plan to my individual needs – this meant we used the therapy that was right for me and not just out of a text book.
The work with Ghazi has made me a better father, husband and friend. The life skills I have learned allow me to experience life for all that it has to offer and most importantly, to know that I have the skills to deal with whatever life brings and enjoy the ride.
Thanks Ghazi. You are a good psychologist & you have done a lot to save my marriage and keep my family unit together. For that I am ever grateful…
My time with Dr. Ghazi has benefitted me greatly. Through his guidance, I was able to address and resolve many of my issues and become the best person I could possibly be. Dr. Ghazi is really caring and most importantly best depression psychologist, he truly cares and has the client’s best interests at heart. Because of him, I can honestly say that I am a happier person.
Dr. Ghazi Kaddouh has been my psychologist/therapist for the last three and a half years. He has helped me navigate some incredibly challenging times in my life with patience and empathy. He has also educated me on myself and helped me develop a much greater sense of self awareness and therefore resilience to the ever present challenges that life inevitably provides. He has helped me grow and has increased my mental strength to be able to cope with traumatic and painful events.
I cannot actually thank him enough for the wisdom he has imparted on me and the belief he has had in me to get through times I thought were going to only ever remain dark. He also has this incredible sense of humour which is contagious. Ghazi has taught me through his humour and outlook on life that yes, life is serious but not always do we want to interpret it like that and not always do we want to live in the dark. We can also choose the light.
Anyone who gets to meet Dr. Ghazi and share his wisdom is very fortunate. He can teach us all so much.
CREDENTIALS
Hong Kong: Accredited Clinical Psychologist at HKICP *
Hong Kong: HKPS-registered Clinical Psychologist
Division of Clinical Psychology, HKPS — Full member
Credentialed National Register in Health Services Providers, USA
American Psychological Association — Full member
Hong Kong Psychological Society Associate Fellow
EXPERIENCES
Freshman Academic Advisor, Harvard University
Post Doctoral Fellowship, University of California at Berkeley – University Health Services
Post Doctoral Fellowship, Harvard University – Bureau of Study Counsel
INFO
LOCATION
66th Floor, The Center
99 Queen’s Road
Central, Hong Kong
Our office is conveniently located in Central, the heart of Hong Kong’s business district. It is easily accessible by public transport- Central MTR station minutes away, and close to Hong Kong station.
Directions: From Queen’s Road Central, enter through tall glass atrium on left and take the escalators up to the main lobby. Go straight and take elevator to the 66/f. (you will need to change elevators at 42/f) Ask for us at the reception desk.
Parking: For parking, the closest parking lot is located beneath Cosco Tower at 183 Queen’s Road Central. Please note that the entrance is from Wing Lok Street, just off Des Voeux Road.
POLICY
Please allow 24 hours’ notice of cancellations / rescheduling to avoid a 50% charge of the consultation fee. We encourage you to arrive 5-10 minutes prior to your appointment time. Late arrivals of 15 minutes or longer may result in rescheduling of the appointment.
CLIENT PORTAL
As part of our practice, we have set up a secure client portal, Counsol, for appointment booking & availability, secure live video sessions, and client journal entry. Rest assured that it is HIPAA compliant; the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, is a U.S. legal requirement and sets the standard for protecting sensitive patient data. Designed to protect client privacy and assure confidentiality, the portal utilizes SSL (Secure Socket Layer) with 256-bit encryption.
To access click: COUNSOL
(first time users, click on “Register” once in Counsol’s client area)
PUBLICATIONS, ARTICLES & WEBINARS
To read, click on title:
- An Examination of the Relationship between Stress, Cognitive Rumination, Depression and Meditation
Dr. Kaddouh’s paper published in the Psychology & Psychological Research International Journal (PPRIJ) - Harvard University: The Success-Failure Project
Dr. Kaddouh’s personal story excerpted from Ohlone College - Playtimes magazine article: “Tips for keeping your relationship strong after having a baby”
Article drawing from an interview with Dr. Kaddouh on relationships - Playtimes magazine article: “Autism: Development disorders and their impact on family”
Article drawing from an interview with Dr. Kaddouh on the impact of autism on the family - Stress & Anxiety in the Times of Covid-19 Webinar for HKUST
Dr Kaddouh’s presentation to faculty members of HK University of Science & Technology Nov 2020
BLOG
Go to: SIO blog
We’ll keep you posted on: articles of interest, musings, inspiration, as well as any upcoming events or workshops.