Our clinic and team
Psychiatrist-led care for people living with complex and treatment-resistant mental health conditions.
Our story
NeuroLinks was founded in Nanaimo by psychiatrist Dr. Chi Hung Au to expand access to treatment for people whose mental health conditions have not improved enough with conventional care.
We believe in patient autonomy and tailor assessment and treatment planning to each person's needs. Our clinic provides psychiatrist-led TMS and ketamine treatment for appropriately selected patients.
Learn more about our TMS treatment and ketamine treatment.
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Our clinic
Psychiatrist
Dr. Chi Hung Au is a psychiatrist with extensive experience in treating complex and treatment-resistant mental health conditions, with a particular focus on neuropsychiatric and neuromodulation-based approaches.
He received his medical education at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and pursued advanced training in neuroscience and biological psychiatry, including formal TMS training at Harvard University and a Master of Science degree from the University of Oxford.
Prior to moving to Canada, Dr. Au helped establish the Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) centre at Queen Mary Hospital, a major teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Hong Kong. This experience informed his clinical approach to integrating pharmacotherapy with neuromodulation in real-world practice.
After relocating to British Columbia, Dr. Au recognized a significant gap in access to advanced neuropsychiatric treatments for patients who do not respond adequately to conventional therapies. He founded NeuroLinks to provide evidence-based neuromodulation and neuropsychiatric care tailored to individual patient needs.
Dr. Au is committed to medical education and serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia.
Outside of clinical work, he has a longstanding interest in traditional Sanshin and Shamisen music.
Our team
TMS Technician
Julie holds a Bachelor of Science in biology with a specialty in Microbiology. She is passionate about helping people improve their well-being using her education and life experiences. She joined Dr. Au’s team to assist with TMS treatment and has worked as a health and wellness program leader at Vancouver Island University. Julie loves to spend time with people, biking, climbing, playing guitar and singing.
TMS Technician
Hannah completed her Bachelor of Arts Majoring in Psychology and her Addiction Studies Certificate in 2022. She is passionate about pursuing a career in Clinical Counselling and aims to create an environment for patients that is safe, authentic, non-judgmental, and empathetic. In her free time, Hannah actively practices yoga and meditation, enjoys spending time in nature, and is a music enthusiast.
Registered Nurse
Laura-Lee is a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Dalhousie University. With 14 years of experience, she has worked with clients of all ages across diverse settings, including adolescent substance use, in-patient psychiatry, psychiatric emergency, eating disorders, and complex pediatric care. Laura-Lee is dedicated to guiding individuals toward new paths of healing as part of her consultation work with clients undergoing ketamine treatments. She provides trauma-informed, evidence-based, and non-judgmental care, emphasizing the importance of safe and supportive therapeutic relationships. Originally from Nova Scotia, Laura-Lee now lives in British Columbia, where she enjoys adventuring with her daughter, family, and close friends.
Contact NeuroLinks to learn more about psychiatric assessment, TMS and ketamine treatment.