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美华热衷于帮助曾经历创伤的人士，以及正在面对强迫症、悲伤与失落、焦虑、抑郁和药物成瘾等困扰的人。 在从事特殊教育及主流教育工作长达18年后，美华深感自己希望帮助那些正经历困境的儿童，以及内心充满矛盾与挣扎的成年人。此后，她加入 Haven Counselling Centre 担任辅导员，为来自不同文化背景的来访者提供辅导服务，其中包括来自新加坡、中国、印度、越南、泰国及马来西亚的人士。 美华拥有辅导学文学硕士学位，并已在新加坡辅导协会（Singapore Association for Counselling，SAC）注册为临床辅导员（CMSAC）。她也是 T-JTA 认证执业者，接受过第二级内在家庭系统（Internal Family Systems，IFS）治疗培训、第三级心理动力学治疗培训，以及第一级脑点疗法（Brainspotting）培训。此外，她精通英语、华语及福建话，能够以这三种语言与来访者沟通。 美华是三个孩子的母亲，十分珍惜与家人共度的时光。除了辅导工作，她也喜欢照料自己收藏的植物、与丈夫遛他们一起领养的犬，并享受烘焙带来的乐趣。

Crystal 的热情在于希望与那些在关系中寻求愈合和成长的个人和夫妇一起探索。目前，她为那些有关系问题（包括婚姻问题）、创伤、愤怒管理、自尊心强的成年人提供辅导，为那些遭受困难的童年环境的人提供辅导，并一直为失去重要人物的客户提供辅导。 她拥有辅导学文科硕士，是在新加坡辅导协会(SAC) 注册的临床辅导员（CMSAC），以及纽卡斯尔大学（澳大利亚）的商业学士学位。此外，她经过了高特曼法夫妻治疗(Gottman Method Couples Therapy)的第一级训练，以及使用经过充分研究的Journey To Intimacy Inc.材料的婚姻充实计划的主持人。 在空闲时间，Crystal喜欢和大自然在一起，阅读，并和她的丈夫和儿子们一起玩棋盘游戏。

谢莉热衷于帮助有焦虑/压力、哀伤/创伤、社交恐惧、亲子教育困惑、人际关系不理 想、受成瘾困扰的人。 谢莉从中国东北移⺠到新加坡，担任了 25 年的华文老师、开办了语文中心，同时她也 在一些机构做义工，探访家庭、辅导年⻓者、夫妻以及⻘年人。她陪伴了许多身处困 境中的人，这些年的丰富经历更加坚定了谢莉从事专业辅导，可以更好的帮助有需要 人的决心。 谢莉毕业于辅导学文学硕士，具备一定的专业知识。在校期间，曾在两位资深督导的 指导下积累了宝贵的辅导实践经验。她能说非常流利的华语，能听懂简单日常用语的 英语。 她希望能将所学知识和经验应用于实际工作中，竭诚为顾客服务，帮助更多人实现自 我成⻓与提升。她有耐心倾听、善于沟通、和蔼细致等特质，能够根据顾客的需求制 定个性化的辅导方案，并提供高效、专业的服务。

Tsui Ling is an experienced psychotherapist who has worked extensively with trauma and mental health challenges in people from all walks of life. With life experiences that include overseas living in the Netherlands, Hong Kong, and other countries, she is skilled in connecting with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. In addition to addressing her clients' immediate struggles and therapy goals, she is a firm believer in the relational aspect of healing – as she endeavours to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and nurturing space for self-growth for all her clients. She is a Level 3 Internal Family System (IFS)-informed therapist, trained play therapist and a certified sandplay therapist, integrating EMDR, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, and Jungian Sandplay into her practice. She also works with couples using IFS-based couples/dyad therapy (Intimacy From Inside Out) to help partners navigate challenges and strengthen their relationships. With child clients (4 to 12 years old), she uses play therapy to work with them. In her me-time, Tsui Ling enjoys pottering around her house and immersing herself in nature. Exercising is akin to her breathing and she approaches life often with lots of curiosity. Please note: For those interested in engaging an IFS Session with Tsui Ling, the session will be an hour and half. The fee rate will be charged accordingly.

大卫是一名儿童和家庭教育工作者，自1995年以来，他使用经过科学研究和时间检验的Prepare-Enrich (PE)Inc.工具帮助许多夫妇为他们的婚姻做准备。自2005年起，他成为PE Inc.认证的研讨会主任。自2005年以来，他一直是PE Inc.认证的研讨会主任，他还培训了许多神职人员和非神职人员的婚姻辅导员使用PE Inc.的工具。 大卫是新加坡教育部的注册讲师，目前也是Filos社区服务有限公司的自由资源发言人，为家长和小学至中学后的学生举办政府批准的讲座和研讨会。 大卫于1993年在加拿大温哥华的摄政学院获得基督教研究硕士学位，并将婚姻和家庭作为重点领域。他曾在TCA学院（1995-2006年；2010-2011年）和Covenant Vision School of Ministry（2010-2017年）教授婚姻和家庭相关课程。 大卫还帮助了许多参加爱尔兰都柏林Mater医院开发的以证据为基础的Parents Plus Early Years; Parents Plus Children计划的家长。 大卫和他的妻子辛西娅自1987年12月结婚。他们有三个孩子，现在都是年轻的成年人。辛西娅拥有咨询学硕士学位，是一名临床心理咨询师。他们曾为许多夫妇的婚姻准备提供咨询。

Magdelene embodies a deep passion for helping people who face challenges in their mental health, personality issues and relationship difficulties. She thinks of counselling as a calling and she treasures every opportunity to walk alongside individuals in their paths fraught with uncertainties and struggles. Magdelene holds a Master of Arts degree in counselling, and has worked with clients who struggle with issues which include trauma, anxiety, depression, anger management, grief and loss, as well as interpersonal and emotional difficulties. In her practice, Magdelene adopts a Person-Centered approach and uses evidence-based modalities like Psychodynamic Therapy and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to help her clients work through their pain, increase self-worth, build emotional resilience and feel more empowered to take charge of their lives. Happily married with 2 grown-up daughters, Magdelene enjoys time after work with her Golden Doodle. In her leisure time, she also enjoys reading, pottery and baking.

Jimmy is a counsellor with over two decades of pastoral experience, having journeyed alongside individuals facing challenges such as low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, sexuality and marital issues. A narrative therapist at heart, Jimmy approaches his clients uniquely, often blending various therapeutic methods to best meet their needs. Jimmy’s approach is both compassionate and grounded, informed by a Master of Arts in Counselling degree. In addition, he holds a Master of Christian Studies from Regent College, Canada, and has served as a training director and mentor-coach in a non-profit setting for over ten years, fostering growth and resilience. He is also a certified Prepare-Enrich facilitator. Jimmy has been married for over thirty years and has three adult children, all of whom have enriched his journey and understanding of relationships and family life. He enjoys finding renewal in the outdoors and draws wisdom from reading books that explore life’s mysteries and paradoxes.

Nicole has over a decade of experience working with children, adolescents and their families in the social sector, as well as in the special education and mainstream education settings. She has also worked with individuals with chronic illnesses and acquired disabilities. Nicole feels strongly that every individual has a voice that deserves to be heard, regardless of how small, and in spite of any obstacles that may hinder that. She is thus drawn to art therapy, as a gentle but effective approach that facilitates self-expression, improves emotional well-being and personal growth through the creative process. Nicole adopts a person-centred approach in her sessions, and endeavours to create a safe space for creative self-expression, where individuals can feel seen, heard and valued. Nicole has a Masters in Art Therapy from LASALLE College of the Arts. She also has a Diploma in School Counselling and a post-graduate certificate in Therapeutic Play. Prior to pursuing art therapy, Nicole worked in marketing communications and has a Business degree from Nanyang Technological University. As a mother of three fast-growing littles, Nicole cherishes family time and seeing the world through their eyes. Family time is often enjoyed outdoors in nature. When there are pockets of time, Nicole loves browsing books in the quiet peace of our local libraries and dabbling in different crafts.

Faith is committed about journeying with her clients with the compassion and authenticity of someone who has grown through her own trauma and valley seasons. As a passionate educator of 13 years, her experiences with youths and young people eventually led her towards a newfound purpose of wanting to help individuals heal, grow in self and relational awareness, and point them towards hope for a meaningful and fulfilling life. Believing that every young person deserves someone who helps them feel seen, safe and soothed, Faith has journeyed with clients with issues including depression, anxiety, suicidality/self-harm, addiction, sexuality, self-esteem and relational intimacy. Drawing on her insights as a counsellor and educator, she also guides others (including parents and youth workers) on how to establish meaningful connections with young people. Faith holds a Master of Arts in Counselling degree and is a provisional clinical member with the Singapore Association of Counselling (SAC). On top of that, she holds certifications for Internal Family Systems (IFS, Level 2), IFS-informed Group Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy (Level 3), and Brainspotting (Level 1), which equip her with diverse techniques that help her personalise her approach to clients. Besides counselling qualifications, Faith also holds a postgraduate Diploma in Education from the National Institute of Education (NIE) and a Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in Arts and Social Sciences from the National University of Singapore (NUS). In her down time, Faith immerses in beauty and inspiration through stories, travel, self-care rituals and spending time with her husband, friends and family.

Yoon Mei is a clinical counsellor and psychodynamic therapist who partners with individuals on their journey of self-discovery and empowerment. She sees herself as someone who helps others build resilience by addressing their personal struggles and imparting skills for managing their emotional and mental well-being. Yoon Mei holds a Master’s in Counselling and is a provisional clinical member of the Singapore Counselling Association. As a practicing psychodynamic therapist, she integrates approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Narrative Therapy to provide a holistic and individually-tailored experience for her clients. With over 30 years of corporate working experience and more than 20 years of volunteer experience in welfare organisations, Yoon Mei brings a unique perspective to her practice. Having encountered many individuals who struggle with the responsibilities and realities of work, family, and personal life, Yoon Mei now dedicates her time to support others who are experiencing the pressures of performance, the drive to excel, the emotional toll of stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and being lost or unheard. Beyond her professional work, Yoon Mei enjoys indulging in arts and crafts, and spending time with family and friends. Ever so occasionally, she would take time out to soak in the beauty of the world around her, with her favourite cup of coffee.