About me

As a child, I was deeply emotional and exceptionally sensitive. Tears were my constant companions, and I wore my heart on my sleeve. Labels like 'needy' and 'overly sensitive' often defined me. I've navigated my personal odyssey through the landscape of rejection. In hindsight, my path to becoming a psychologist was rooted in the desire to comprehend the depth of my emotions, master their regulation, and embark on my own journey of healing before guiding, healing, and supporting others. Boy, that was a worthwhile & profoundly rewarding journey.

My professional journey

Organisational Psychology Consulting: Psychological fitness focus

I am a registered psychologist specialising in Organisational Psychology. With over 17 years of professional experience, my path has led me through a diverse range of environments, encompassing consulting, coaching, mentorship, and mental health care. Over the course of my career, I've worked with a wide array of organisations, spanning from ASX Top 100 professional services firms to government departments and not-for-profit entities. Within this experiences, I've acquired profound insights and cultivated a deeper understanding of the pivotal elements that impact many mental health, well-being, overall psychological fitness and performance.

My career began in psychometrics in 2007, where I worked with major organisations across diverse industry sectors: professional services, banking & finances, and State government departments. This corporate journey was complemented by my work in global governance at the United Nations, providing me with firsthand insights into the structural limitations of prevailing approaches aimed at addressing the root causes of mental health, performance, and well-being issues. In 2016, I established Beyond Story—an organisation conceived as a training platform for piloting innovative coaching and group programs geared towards enhancing psychological fitness for managers and leaders, combating stress, burnout, toxic work relationships & culture. Over the past five years, Beyond Story has successfully implemented a range of people-focused solutions to bolster connections and collective performance, benefiting corporate entities, communities, and driven professionals.

NFP: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion focus

I combine this work with grassroots engagement, concentrating on communities affected by loneliness and discrimination through targeted advocating for diversity, equity and anti-racism programs called Resilience against Racism and a non-profit organisation AAOP that I founded, gathering over 150 and more Asian-Australian organisational psychologists.

My impact in this field, encompassing culture, psychological fitness, and organisational performance, was recognised when I was honored as one of the '40 under 40 most influential Asian Australians' in 2020.

Technology scalable solution: Loneliness, social health and wellbeing focus

After many years of observation while working with these professionals and leaders, I have observed that, in most cases, the root cause of team conflict, disengagement, or reduced productivity stems from a form of disconnection—disconnection within, when the work doesn't seem to make sense, disconnection from the people around, and disconnection with organisational purposes and values.

Since then, I have decided to address the root causes and expand Beyond Story's offerings to assist organisations and individuals in tackling this challenge. I am actively developing a scalable, system-wide, AI-powered platform: Weaver to prevent loneliness, optimise social health and well-being, nurture collective resilience, and enhance performance. My vision is to empower organizations to proactively predict how disconnections impact companies and prescribe the most effective preventative interventions to safeguard and optimise social capital, ultimately improving organisational performance.

What do my collaborators say

  • "Christine is quite brilliant. Not only smart, but empathetic, ethical and determined. I’m right behind her start-up because it responds to a market need and reflects Christine’s values, insights and technical capabilities. That’s a winning combination."

    Dr. Juliet Bourke

    Professor of Practice in the Business School at UNSW. Former partner at Deloitte and business founder

  • "Christine is a dynamic, humanistic, commercial thought leader. Her drive to end loneliness and to support people to experience enriched lives is inspiring. She has a deep understanding of psychology and an effective way of making it accessible to all. Christine is someone I look to for wisdom and I'm proud to call her a friend."

    Colin Beattie

    CEO, The People Spot

  • "Christine possesses a remarkably perceptive mind and a natural ability to grasp the essence of any situation. This level of insight is truly invaluable. She approaches her work with thoroughness, thoughtfulness, and a practical mindset, incorporating just the right amount of psychology to develop effective solutions."

    Jon Yeo

    Speaker coach, TedxMelbourne Head of Curation

Chat with me

If you are interested in exploring how my services align with your or your organisation's needs, please book in a time to chat with me. There's no obligation or pressure. I firmly believe that if our conversation reveals alignment and synergy, it could mark the beginning of a meaningful partnership for you and your organisation.

My why

Drawing from my own life journey, I intimately understand the depths of loneliness, stemming from my sensitive, creative nature during my youth, which weren't always embraced. My path to healing involved reshaping myself and social relationships, reframing sensitivity as strength. As an Asian migrant leader, I conquered the role's challenges and microaggressions. This journey fuels my unique approach to empower individuals facing similar hurdles. Triumph over PCOS transformed me, sparking a profound reevaluation of health and well-being. It unveiled insights into chronic fatigue, energy management, and work-life harmony.

As a result, I possess a profound comprehension of the specific and distinctive requirements associated with being a female and a person of diverse cultural backgrounds. This insight empowers me to tailor my support, allowing me to discern the nuances of gendered and culturally specific needs, desires, strengths, and challenges. This personalized approach is dedicated to fostering your well-being effectively. Through tailored support, I help individuals embrace their unique qualities, heal from past wounds, and discover the inner strength that empowers them to live a life of vitality, authenticity, and fulfillment.

Get to know Christine

What motivates and inspires you in your work and life?

The beauty of human connection and the transformation that can occur when people feel heard, understood, and supported.

What is your healthy obsession?

My cat - Ricky ! I am a crazy cat mama. Love him so much.

What are your greatest gifts to others?

Sensitivity, unconditional positive regards, playfulness & my laughter.

How do you personally manage stress or relax outside of work?

I find solace by spending time at the beach. The sound of waves, the feeling of the sand between my toes and the ocean's vastness provide a peaceful escape.

What are your favorite books or resources related to psychology or personal growth?

I'm a big fan of Gabor Maté's work, particularly his book 'When the Body Says No: Understanding the Stress-Disease Connection.' His holistic approach to understanding the mind-body connection has had a profound impact on my practice.

As a kid, what is your favourite game?

I loved playing with my imaginary friend, I often dance with them.