Xuanling Liu
Expressive Arts Therapist (ANZACATA pending)
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About
Registered Expressive Arts Therapist (AThR – conferred Aug 2026) with 750+ clinical hours across Hong Kong international schools and SEN centres. Trained in trauma-informed, non-verbal, and creative modalities (visual art, clay, collage, drama).
Native
English speaker; fluent Mandarin. Passionate about using art to support emotional regulation, social engagement, and learning readiness for individuals with ASD, ADD, and other special needs.
Experience
Individualized SEN Learning Support Provider (Art-Based) (2023-10 – Present)
Integrated expressive arts techniques into academic support for a 5th grader with Asperger's + ADD. Used visual prompts, drawing, and positive reinforcement to build focus and confidence.
Instructional Assistant at Leander High School (2022-03 – 2023-08)
Supported SEN students in inclusive art and general curriculum (collage, clay, painting). Applied IEP goals and behaviour management strategies.
TA / Counselor at University for Creative Arts (2020-10 – 2021-08)
Mentored 20+ graduate students in fashion design commercialization.
Education
Master of Expressive Arts Therapy in Expressive Arts Therapy – The University of Hong Kong (2024 – 2026-08)
Master of Arts in Fashion Design in Fashion Design – University for the Creative Arts, UK (2019 – 2020)
Bachelor of Arts in Textile Design in Textile Design – Luxun Academy of Fine Arts, China (2008 – 2012)
