About Leslie
Background
Leslie had a successful business career in the last 30 years, having studied at Columbia University in New York for her BS and MBA, lived and worked in the US, Taiwan, China, Switzerland and now Singapore. She was last a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a PE-backed SG-based multinational company, and Asia and China regional CFO for some of the largest Fortune 500 healthcare companies. She's previously managed organizations of over 1000 people and mentored hundreds as a senior corporate executive.
Since 2020, she started the private therapy and coaching practice based in Singapore, the perfect 'East meets West' city state. After receiving a Master of Arts degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Roehampton in London, UK, she now embarks on a second career as an Integrative Psychotherapist and Life / Executive Coach.
In 2024 since working full time in therapy and coaching, she also completed certification programs at Cambridge University for Executive Coaching, Harvard Medical School Executive Education on Health and Wellness, and London Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy. In 2025, she completed her certified education in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Nutrition for Mental Health, and Couple therapy.
Her therapeutic approach centers on Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) -- drawing from Psychodynamic theory for past insights, integrating Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for present coping, and utilizing Life Coaching Tools like the "Wheel of Life" for future planning.
Integrative Psychotherapy.
Existential Psychotherapy.
Career and Life Coaching.
Relationship and Couple Counselling.
Psychodynamics / Childhood Trauma.
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
Person-Centered Therapy (PCT).
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT).
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
Publications
1. Hsu, L. , Fong, C. and Tripathi, S. (2024) “Navigating between Worlds: Understanding the Mental Health Dynamics of Corporate Expatriates in Multicultural Environments in Singapore”: A Qualitative Study. Psychology, 15, 247-262. doi: 10.4236/psych.2024.152014.
2. Hsu, L. and Tripathi, S. (2025) Relationships, Loneliness, and Life Satisfaction: Emotional Well-Being of Executive Expatriates during Midlife in Singapore. Open Journal of Social Sciences, 13, 490-506. doi : 10.4236/jss.2025.139029.
3. Hsu, L. & Tripathi, S. (2025). After Midlife, What Next? Retinking Future Orientations, Belonging, and Success Among Executive Expatriates in Singapore. Advances in Social Sciences Research Journal, 12(11). 103-115. doi:10.14738/assrj.1211.19555.
Memberships
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) - Registered Member MBACP
Association of Psychotherapists and Counsellors (Singapore) (APACS) - Practitioner Level 2
Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC) - Allied Member
Where to Find Leslie
Testimonials
Online Customer Reviews
“Leslie brings a wealth of corporate experience and was able to quickly grasp my concerns on recent organizational re-structuring. She provided practical and insightful tips on how to navigate these changes as a leader. By the end of the session, I felt truly heard and more confident about how to move forward in addressing these recent challenges in my career. Thank you, Leslie!” —M.R.F.L.B. (12 Jan 2026)
“Second time with Leslie and is a great listener and gives positive insight to handling various issues especially related to relationships and anxiety” —O.M. (2 Dec 2025)
“I feel really listened to and understood by my therapist.” —G. (10 Nov 2025)
“It was a good talk with Leslie where we dove into understanding or tackling emotions at its root cause. It was of a great help to me and i appreciate the extra time / mile Leslie had put in to understand my situation. Thank you, Leslie! ” —N.S.B.S. (14 Aug 2025)
“Felt very supported and I liked the perspectives Leslie brought into the conversation, not just from psychology but also from her experience in the industries and the broader world. Fell really good after the session!” —G. (28 May 2025)
“Makes me feel calm and warm with her tone. Provides a different perspective into my issue and also some genuine suggestion” —Z.W. (12 May 2025)
“Extremely down to earth and went over 30 minutes of scheduled time to share her opinions with me ” —2. (27 Apr 2025)
“Leslie was super comforting. I appreciated how she let me interject whenever I had a thought and she was always smiling which made things very easy to share” —S.C. (20 Apr 2025)
“Very comforting and wise advice from Leslie today, very glad!” —G. (17 Apr 2025)
“Really thoughtful, kind and caring therapist. my session went really well and i felt very comfortable and even hopeful for the future.” —T.W.M. (8 Apr 2025)
“Very patient and kind therapist. You could tell that she is passionate in her job ” —H.X.Y. (27 Mar 2025)
“Leslie Hsu was very patient, kind, and super understanding. She provided step by step guide to my situation even though it was a last minute request and it is tough. Her positivity eased off some of my anxiety that I would otherwise not be able to properly cope with if I were to be left alone. ” —H.X.Y. (7 Mar 2025)
“Leslie helped me patiently unpack my feelings and I feel so much lighter after my session. She helped me reframe my perspective in a way I never thought of. ” —C.T. (4 Feb 2025)
“Leslie was very generous with her time and expertise, listening carefully and having meaningful conversations with me around some key issues. I deeply appreciate her care, honesty, wisdom and tailored approach.” —Y.L.O. (20 Dec 2024)
“Leslie is very gentle and caring mentor. It's my first time using safe space. She patiently walked me though different aspects which I could be coached on and how to improve my life in general. ” —C.Z. (16 Nov 2024)
“Leslie is very gentle, caring, yet sharp and insightful ” —J.T. (24 Sep 2024)
“Feels good letting it all out talking to her.” —F.H. (19 Jul 2024)
“Leslie has made me feel comfortable to share my thoughts and gave me the direction that i needed. Her words were comforting and reassuring to me.” —S.W. (21 Feb 2024)
“very helpful and inspiring. tackles each issue in depth and summarizes action steps needed. Very empathetic and understanding. ” —A.G. (1 Feb 2024)
“Leslie provided an incredibly sincere and helpful session. She successfully dissected my thought process, guiding me toward the right solutions. Thanks a lot, Leslie! :)” —D.N. (16 Jan 2024)
“I really love the session, she helps me to see things from different perspective and provide easy tips and trick. Really grateful!” —H.S. (12 Jan 2024)
“Leslie is very pleasant to talk to and, offers good advice for some challenging situations. Very glad to have contacted her.” —J.W. (10 Jan 2024)
“The sessions have been such a joy and allows me to open myself to future possibilities as we continually unknot the past experiences. Lovely speaking to a person who genuinely cares and is so insightful in her solutions! :) A great blessing! ” —S.A.C. (5 Dec 2023)
“Leslie genuinely cares for her clients and the advice she offers are very helpful. Definitely someone you can confide and open up safely to. ” —S.A.C. (6 Nov 2023)
“Leslie offers insightful solutions and she is genuine in her care for the client's well-being. ” —S.A.C. (31 Oct 2023)
“I had a great session once again! I'm feeling more comfortable with every session, and I am able to identify topics for discussion more clearly. I feel like I'm making progress and I'm looking forward to continuing the sessions!” —R.W. (29 Oct 2023)
“Patient, professional, and very comforting. Thank you!” —Z.X.J. (15 Oct 2023)
"I felt that I might be comfortable talking to her when choosing her. And yes, it turned out to be a good fit. She helped to analyze the situation I am in and offered advice. It was a pleasant session with her. I am glad that I found her and she helped me navigate my life." -- TYHO client in Nov 2023
"Leslie was a great listener, was very patient and thoughtful. Gave me some great tips and advice. Glad to have her as my therapist." -- TYHO client in Jan 2024