Shirley came to Canada from Hong Kong at 19 years old to attend school. She recently relocated back to Hong Kong with her family. She is married to a white man who speaks French and notices how their accents are received differently; his is “charming” and hers is met with racism. She is learning to live the best of two cultures by raising her daughters to appreciate their intercultural identities.
Shirley was originally from Hong Kong and spent 23 years in Toronto, Canada. She is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist from Ontario. Shirley is the Founder and Clinical Director at Relationship Counselling Toronto. She identifies as an Asian therapist from Hong Kong, is in an intercultural marriage, and is a mother of two. She is passionate about helping busy couples navigate conflict, improve communication, and deepen emotional connection.
Shirley's hope is that couples can be curious about each other's experiences and gain practical tools to build a fulfilling relationship where both partners feel seen, heard, and valued. She loves travelling and the outdoors.