Meet The Grey Matters
Mission
At The Grey Matters, we know that life is rarely straightforward. Our mission is to provide thoughtful, personalised care for individuals seeking support through life’s complexities. Life isn’t black and white—adaptability helps us move forward. With the right support, small steps can make a meaningful difference in how you feel and cope.
About Dr. Choe Ching
Clinical Psychologist • Director • The Grey Matters
I’m Dr Choe Ching, a clinical psychologist and Director of The Grey Matters in Singapore. I work with adults, with a particular specialisation in anxiety. I help people who think deeply, feel intensely, and hold themselves to high standards find steadier ground and a gentler inner dialogue.
Clinical training and experience
I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Queensland, Australia. I have more than 20 years of experience in adult mental health across private and public services, including inpatient and community settings.
Teaching and clinical supervision
I lectured full-time at the National University of Singapore (NUS) for three years, teaching clinical psychology to graduate students. During that time, I managed the Clinical and Health Psychology Centre (CHPC) and supervised students completing their Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. I continue to supervise trainee psychologists and mentor mental health professionals.
You can read more about my work with anxiety treatment and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
Therapeutic Philosophy & Approach
I see therapy as a way of understanding what has become difficult and developing the resources to respond. We begin with your concerns and work towards changes that matter in your everyday life.
My approach is collaborative and practical. Depending on your needs, I draw on:
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Schema Therapy
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Mindfulness-based approaches
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Psychodynamic therapy
I place particular emphasis on adaptability: finding more flexible ways of thinking and responding when familiar patterns no longer help. We will discuss the reasons for the work and review how it is helping you.
Skills for Everyday Life
Our work can combine insight with practical strategies for everyday life. Depending on your goals, we may work on:
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Emotional regulation
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Flexible, balanced thinking
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Problem solving
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Decision making
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Effective communication
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Interpersonal skills
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Personal development
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Coping with stress and change
Areas of Focus
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I work with adults experiencing:
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Anxiety and depression
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Stress and burnout
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Self-harm and difficulties managing anger
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Adjustment difficulties and life transitions
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Relationship challenges, explored in individual therapy
Our Commitment
I want therapy to be a space where you can speak openly, feel understood, and work towards changes that fit your life. Your questions and feedback are part of that process.
Before arranging an appointment, I speak with you by telephone to understand your concerns and discuss whether working together would be suitable. I offer individual therapy for adults at 72A Neil Road, Singapore, and online.
