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Mr. Derek li

Registered Play Therapist (US)
Registered Social Worker

Derek Li is a Registered Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist with extensive training in psychology, social work, and child development. He is dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and families through evidence-based and child-centred approaches, helping them build emotional resilience, social competence, and positive relationships.

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Derek holds a Master of Social Science in Social Work from The Chinese University of Hong Kong, a Master of Applied Psychology from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, San Diego.

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He is a Certified PEERS® Provider and a Certified CBT-CSCA for Autism Spectrum Disorder Provider, equipping him with specialized expertise in supporting children and adolescents with social communication difficulties, autism spectrum disorder, emotional challenges, and interpersonal relationship concerns.

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Derek adopts a strengths-based and collaborative approach in his work, integrating play therapy, social skills training, cognitive-behavioural strategies, and family support to help children develop confidence, emotional regulation skills, and meaningful connections with others.

Little Sparks Development Centre
Little Sparks Development Centre
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