Clinical Psychology
SPECIALTY
Clinical Psychology
Let mental health be your priority this year. Our hospital clinical psychologists are here to guide you towards improving your thoughts, feelings and behavior. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress, we have personalized mental health services based on your specific conditions.
Compassionate Mental Health Services & Psychotherapy in Malaysia
The Clinical Psychology Department is integrally involved in both provisions of clinical care and education. Our hospital clinical psychologists including child psychologists all working together to increase understanding of psychiatric illnesses and to improve the quality of mental health services we provide.
Our hospital clinical psychologists and child psychologists blend years of clinical experience with the latest evidence-based practices to guide individuals through their mental health journey. From general mental health services to complex, treatment-resistance cases, our team of hospital psychologists and mental health experts work hard to unique needs of each person, ensuring you receive the best mental health service possible.
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Conditions and Treatments
We offer a wide range of services including expert consultation and many types of therapy such as (but not limited to):
- Autism
- Sand play therapy
- Play therapy
- Clinical hypnosis
- Neuropsychological assessments for adults and children
- Psychosocial intervention
- Parent training skills
- Individual psychotherapy
- Crisis intervention
- Grief & bereavement counselling
- Psycho-education for various psychological disorder
Clinical Psychology FAQs
You’ll need a referral letter to see a mental health specialist at a public hospital. You must go to a Klinik Kesihatan to get the referral letter from a doctor. Then, head to the public hospital’s clinical psychology department to schedule an appointment with a psychologist. However, there may be a long waiting time.
In private hospitals like Island Hospital, you don’t need a referral to see a hospital psychologist. You can directly contact our clinical psychologists to schedule an appointment.
Our psychologists treat various psychological disorders and conditions across all stages and ages, whether you are a parent, spouse, or individual.
Yes, we have specialized child psychologists who provide neuropsychological assessments for children and adolescents dealing with emotional, developmental, or behavioral issues.
Family members are welcome to attend therapy sessions if it is part of the treatment plan. Family therapy is often encouraged in cases involving relationship issues or family dynamics.
You can go through these important contact details to seek help.
The Malaysian Mental Health Association (MMHA)
Psychological Therapy & Support Services
Phone: +603 2780 6803
Time: Weekdays 9 am – 5 pm (except public holidays)
Talian Kasih 15999
24-hour Nationwide Helpline & Counseling
Phone: 15999
WhatsApp: +6019 261 5999
Website: www.kpwkm.gov.my
Life Line Association Malaysia
Free Emotional Support Helpline
Phone: +603 4265 7995
Time: 9:30 am – 10:30 pm
Website: lifeline.org.my
The Befrienders, Penang
Emotional Support & Suicide Prevention Helpline
Phone: +604 2910 100
WhatsApp: +601 15670 6261
Time: 3 pm – 12 am
Email: pat@befpen.org
Island Hospital, Penang
Clinical Psychology Therapy & Counseling Services
Register now or make an inquiry if you have any further questions.
A psychiatrist is trained as a medical doctor and can prescribe medication. A psychologist is not a medical doctor and can’t prescribe medication.
However, both psychologists and psychiatrists are trained to use various forms of therapy to help with your mental health problems.
You should visit a psychiatrist if your condition is severe and has lasted a long time, or if you are thinking about self-harm and suicide.
You can visit a psychologist if you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or stress and feel like you need support to cope.
