EMDR Facilitator
EMDR Association of Hong Kong
Dr. Stephen Mann Ka Fai is a respected professional in occupational therapy and clinical psychology, recognised for his contributions to mental health and psychological training in Hong Kong. As an EMDR Facilitator with the EMDR Association of Hong Kong (EMDRHK), he supports the training and development of therapists in the region.
A. Professional credentials
- EMDR expertise: Certified EMDR Facilitator of the EMDR Institute, Inc. (USA).
- Clinical psychology: Registered Clinical Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (UK) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA); Chartered Psychologist of the British Psychological Society; Registered Counselling Psychologist of the Hong Kong Psychological Society.
- Occupational therapy: Registered Occupational Therapist (Part I) with the Hong Kong Occupational Therapy Board.
B. Academic background
- Education: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education, Middlesex University, UK; Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology, Alliant International University, USA / City University of Hong Kong; Master of Arts (MA) in Psychoanalytic Studies, University of Sheffield, UK; Postgraduate Diploma (PgD) in Psychology (Distinction), City University of Hong Kong; Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Health Studies, University of the West of Scotland; and Professional Diploma in Occupational Therapy (Credit), Hong Kong Polytechnic University.
C. Clinical practice and supervision
Dr. Mann provides clinical supervision to psychologists, counsellors and trainees, offering guidance to enhance their therapeutic skills. His supervision draws on his extensive experience in clinical psychology and occupational therapy, providing a structured framework to meet diverse professional needs.
D. Academic and research contributions
Dr. Mann has published peer-reviewed articles on topics such as mindfulness-based interventions, acceptance and commitment therapy, mental illness stigma, and psychological responses to trauma. His work includes systematic reviews and randomised controlled trials, contributing to advancements in mental health research.
E. Community involvement and awards
Dr. Mann has received recognition for his contributions, including the Outstanding Academic Papers Award (City University of Hong Kong) and the Best Hospital Programme Award (Hong Kong Hospital Authority). He actively supports mental health training through collaborations with schools, universities and NGOs in Hong Kong.
F. Leadership in EMDR
As an EMDR Facilitator, Dr. Mann plays a key role in supporting EMDRHK’s mission to train therapists and promote EMDR practice in Hong Kong.