Rachel Francis

Specialising in difficulties experienced by children and adolescents (aged 8-21), Rachel is a perfect fit for young clients seeking therapy, particularly for anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorders and socioemotional difficulties, including challenges with social competencies, self-regulation, social problem-solving, friendships, and behavioural issues.

As a third culture kid who found her home in Singapore fifteen years ago, Rachel has a nuanced understanding of the challenges facing young people in Singapore’s uniquely demanding environment and is experienced in helping clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Elizabeth Mireskandari

Beth is a dedicated therapist with an MA in Counselling, driven by a passion for mental well-being and a deep commitment to enhancing the lives of individuals and families. With a variety of experiences and an empathetic approach, she brings a unique perspective to her practice. She has experience providing therapy for children, teens and adults.

Beth’s journey into counselling began with a solid educational foundation, where she honed her skills as a secondary school educator, recognizing the importance of nurturing intellectual and emotional growth. This background has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of family dynamics and the significant influence of mental health on individuals and their loved ones. She is interested in children/teens/parents experiencing school refusal, self-esteem and bullying issues. She also has extensive experience with ADHD, anxiety, depression and Autism. Other areas of expertise are trauma/abuse processing using the Flash Technique, a version of EMDR. Motherhood has given her extensive experience with challenges such as infertility, pre and post-natal depression and lifestyle adjustments. As a Trailing Spouse, she has personal experience with expatriate lifestyle challenges, third culture identity issues and the immigrant experience.

Amy Huang

Amy provides psychotherapy and counselling services to children, adolescents and adults. In her experience, she has supported clients across a variety of emotional, social and behavioural difficulties, including depression, anxiety, self-harm, trauma, attachment wounds, school-related stresses, and relationship struggles. 

Amy holds a Masters of Social Science in Professional Counselling from Swinburne University of Technology, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the National University of Singapore. She also has a Diploma in School Counselling from the National Institute of Education. Amy started practising as a counsellor since 2012, and is currently a clinical member and a registered counsellor with the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC).

Chong Kai Wei

Kaiwei is a Senior Psychotherapist trained with a Masters of Social Science in Pro-fessional Counselling, and a Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) degree in Psy-chology.

She provides in-depth counselling and psychotherapy support for children, adoles-cents, and young adults across a range of emotional, behavioural and mental health related issues, e.g., depression, anxiety, complex trauma, attachment is-sues, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and school or family related difficulties. Kaiwei has fifteen years of clini-cal experience, working in both private and public settings.

Kaiwei is a Registered Counsellor and Clinical Member with the Singapore Associa-tion for Counselling (SAC). She is also trained as a Clinical Supervisor.

Amirah Munawwarah Binte Idilfitri

Amirah Munawwarah is a registered art psychotherapist with experience in public healthcare and with young adults and inmate artists.

Amirah graduated from LaSalle College of the Arts with an MA in Art Therapy and clinical attachments in a general hospital (SGH) and a local secondary school. After completing her training and MA, she practised as an art psychotherapist providing workshops and sessions for organizations including Singapore Prison Service, Lions Befrienders, PPIS, Woodlands Health Centre, and MENDAKI.

Amirah has a spectrum of experiences in providing art therapy and art as therapy sessions to individuals in 1-to-1 therapy sessions, group art therapy, open art studios for specific populations, and the general public. She has worked with depression, anxiety, autism, stress-related conditions, self-betterment, healing and trauma. As a practising art psychotherapist, Amirah works primarily with art materials and mediums that encourage clients to holistically create and express whilst building on their strengths and capacity for creative growth and explorations through the Expressive Therapies Continuum (ETC), and El-Duende One Canvas Process Painting (EDPP).

Amirah was a recipient of MENDAKI Youth Promise Scholarship Award in 2019 (formerly known as the Goh Chok Tong Youth Promise Award) and believes that art is subjectively unique as each individual can creatively express themselves.

Valerie Lim

Valerie is a trained counsellor/psychotherapist who draws from her years of experience in her previous work in both a residential children’s home and in a Family Service Centre (FSC) in Singapore. Valerie has vast experience in working with various groups of people – children and their families with abuse and trauma; individuals who are experiencing a variety of mental health conditions and trauma; and couples experiencing emotional and relational challenges.

She values the opportunity to come alongside individuals/couples in their journey through life’s stressors and struggles. Valerie is an empathetic, compassionate and warm psychotherapist who adopts a trauma-informed and person-centred approach in her work with children, youths and adults across a broad range of emotional, behavioural and relational issues.

Valerie holds a Masters in Professional Counselling from the Swinburne University of Technology, and a Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) from the Singapore Management University.

Valerie is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR; Level 3), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy (Level 2) and other forms of psychological therapies.

Valerie is a Registered Counsellor and Clinical Member of the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC).

Teo Kiok Seng

Trained in both nutrition and counselling, Kiok Seng desires to help her clients grow in their mental and physical wellness.

As a counsellor, Kiok Seng has worked with youths and recovering addicts. She is passionate about supporting her clients by creating a safe space for them to explore and develop a deeper understanding of themselves and to empower them to achieve their life goals.

Seeing clients as a nutritionist and counsellor helps Kiok Seng understands how our physical and mental health are both intertwine. And so, by combining her training in both fields, Kiok Seng wants to help her clients overcome challenges and thrive both physically and mentally. 

Yana Ricart

Yana has significant experience working with children and adolescents. She also has extensive experience in providing counselling in multiple languages to adults. She has helped people with anxiety, depression, stress management, cultural adjustment, life transitions, grief and loss, complex trauma, etc.

Yana holds a Masters Degree in Social Sciences (Counselling) from the University of South Australia. She is a Master Solution Focused Practitioner and a Certified Advanced Solution-Focused Coach. She holds a Graduate and Post Graduate Certificate in Expressive Therapies and a Certificate in Sandplay Therapy. Yana has over 15 years of experience as a counsellor and is a Registered Counsellor with the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC).

Dr. B Malavika

Dr Malavika is a psychological and educational therapist who treats intrapersonal, mental health, family and educational challenges. She also works with corporations as a therapist and trainer through Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs).