Meet Asian Australian Registered Psychologist, Shelby Lim

We know that it's not always easy trying to work out which therapist we might like to work with: Because the decision isn't just about where they're located and when they're available, but there's a bit more of a human, relational element to the decision too.

So here at Shapes and Sounds, we want to help make that process just a little easier.

Every month, we'll be introducing a therapist from the Asian Australian Mental Health Practitioner List to help you gain a bit more insight into who you feel might be a good fit for you or someone that you know.

This month we're excited to connect you with Shelby who is a registered psychologist offering services in Carlton, VIC. We hope you enjoy connecting with Shelby below!

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1. What led you to choosing mental health as a career?

I decided to become a psychologist after volunteering with helplines such as Lifeline, where I realised that this is a profession I am deeply passionate about. I recognise that mental health is a vital part of overall wellbeing, and I want to be there for people as they navigate challenges and difficulties in their lives.

2. What is your unique cultural heritage?

My cultural identity is Malaysian Chinese.

3. What are your areas of specialty and what kind of frameworks do you work from?

I am keen to build a speciality in trauma work (including EMDR). I have a strong interest in transcultural mental health and faith-sensitive care, and I work from a trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming lens.

4. What kind of clients are you best able to support?

Adults (18+)

5. If you could be your own therapist right now, what do you think you would say to yourself?

Give yourself more grace in all that you do, and trust that you're doing the best you can.

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Connect with Shelby via our Asian Australian Mental Health Practitioner List HERE.

Alternatively, if you feel like Shelby may be a good fit for someone that you know, be sure to forward this page on to them too. Let us continue to not only support ourselves but all those around us too!

If you require urgent assistance, please do not contact Shelby or any of the practitioners on this list. Instead, please call emergency services on 000 or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Shapes and Sounds does not recommend or endorse Shelby or any of the practitioners listed on the Asian Australian Mental Health Practitioner List.

Please always consult your GP before making changes to your mental health care plan.