Zip Code: 999077
Zip Postal: 999077
Language: English, Spanish
Populations Treated: Adolescents/Teens, Families, LGBTQI, Children
Organization: Child Development Team
Address1: 88 Wong Ma Kok Road, Regalia Bay
Address2: HSE B50
Website: http://www.cdt.com.hk
City: Stanley
State/Providence: Hong Kong
Degree: PSYD
Preferred Pronouns: she/her/hers
Email: drmelissagiglio@gmail.com
Office Phone: +85225929000
Telehealth: Maine, New York
Cell Phone: +85297091771
About

Dr Giglio is the director of the Central Health Partners Child Development Team. She is a trained behaviour therapist with over 15 years of experience, specialising in the treatment of childhood disorders, specifically selective mutism, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and autism spectrum disorders. She administers and evaluates a full range of psychological assessments. Dr Giglio provides cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) to children and their families, conducts child – and teacher -focused observations, and develops interventions in various schools in Hong Kong. Dr Giglio created ‘Confident Crew’ – an intensive therapy program for children diagnosed with selective mutism and social phobia, in 2016. This is the only evidence-based intensive treatment program available in Asia recognised by the Selective Mutism Association. Dr Giglio received her doctorate in clinical psychology from Rutgers University, The State University of New Jersey. She earned her master’s degree in clinical psychology at The New School in 2003. Her professional affiliations include membership of the American Psychological Association, the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, Selective Mutism Association, and PCIT International.

Treatment Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Exposure Therapy
Intensive Exposure Therapy Protocols
Mindfulness
Other

Populations Treated

Adolescents/Teens
Children
Families
LGBTQI

Disorders and Specialities

Anxiety
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Behavioral Issues
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Phobias
School Refusal
Selective Mutism Disorder
Separation Anxiety
Social Anxiety Disorder
Trichotillomania

Payment Options

Accepts Cash and/or Checks
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Venmo/App-based Payment
Sliding Scale