About Sam

Dr Samuel Chu is a University College London (UCL) trained Clinical Psychologist. He specialises in anxiety, low mood, trauma, and attachment-related difficulties.

Many of his clients have experienced challenging past events that continue to shape how they feel and relate to others, leading to excessive worrying, self-doubt, repetitive relationship patterns, or difficulty regulating emotions.

Others deal with constant "what ifs" and often avoid uncertain situations.

Sam offers a thoughtful and supportive space to explore these difficulties, understand their impact, and work towards meaningful change. He is trained in a range of therapies, such as CBT, systemic, and psychodynamic approaches.

Background

Sam moved from Hong Kong to the UK in 2018 to pursue a career in Clinical Psychology.

He was awarded a BSc in Psychology at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, King’s College London, an MSc in Clinical Forensic Psychology and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at UCL. He is also a Chartered Psychologist accredited by the British Psychological Society.

Clinically, Samuel has worked in a number of NHS and private clinical, community, and forensic mental health services across the UK and Hong Kong.

Academically, Samuel has been involved in a number of research projects and publications, including:

• COVID-19 and the mental health of individuals with ASD

• Prison environmental factors and prisoner self-harm

• Simulation training for healthcare staff

• Profiles of OCD and association with clinical outcome

• Prediction in clinicians and a machine learning model for patients receiving treatment for generalised anxiety disorder