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May Lai, ACA

Counsellor for anxiety, sleep and self-esteem

May is an Australian therapist with credentials including ACA.

  • 8+ years of experience
  • Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
● Accepting new clients
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About May

May Lai helps people strengthen self-esteem, practise assertive communication and manage anxious or depressive thoughts. Her background in sleep psychology complements this work, allowing her to address sleep issues alongside emotional and behavioural concerns. She aims to offer a healing space built on respect, honest feedback, opportunities for learning and a measured sense of humour that supports growth.

May works collaboratively with clients to build practical skills, challenge unhelpful patterns and increase confidence so they can make choices that better align with their values. She holds the ACA credential, indicating membership in a recognised professional counselling association. Her goal is for clients to leave therapy feeling more empowered to live the life they choose.

Areas of expertise

Experience

8+ years

Credentials

ACA

Languages

English

Focus areas

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSleeping disordersSelf esteemDepression

Evidence-based approaches and online therapy with May Lai

May draws on sleep psychology techniques to address insomnia and disrupted sleep patterns, helping clients restore routines and improve daytime functioning through practical strategies. She also uses skills-based approaches that focus on building assertive communication and strengthening self-esteem, offering tools for clearer boundaries and more confident interpersonal interactions. In addition, she employs evidence-based strategies for managing anxious and depressive thoughts to reduce distress and support more balanced thinking.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and May works collaboratively with each person to identify which techniques best match their needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative process allows adjustments over time so the work stays relevant and effective.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people juggling work, family and other commitments. These options make it easier to access appropriately qualified or registered professionals from home or elsewhere, reduce travel time and allow more consistent scheduling so therapy can fit into everyday life.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does May Lai have?

May Lai has 8 years of experience.

What professional credentials does May Lai hold?

The directory lists these credentials exactly as supplied: ACA. Credential details: .

In which languages does May Lai provide therapy?

May Lai provides therapy in English.

Where is May Lai located?

May Lai is located in Australia.

How can I work with May Lai as my therapist?

You can work with May Lai through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does May Lai work with international clients?

May Lai does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with May Lai cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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