Our Doctors & Therapists
Our doctors and therapists have Masters degrees from top universities, years of experience and have presented research in USA and European conferences.
Our doctors and therapists have Masters degrees from top universities, years of experience and have presented research in USA and European conferences.
Senior Consultant
Psychiatrist, Medical Doctor
Sees teens (age 13+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, insomnia, eating disorders
Special interest in ADHD &
NS-related stress
NS-related stress
Senior Consultant
Psychiatrist, Medical Doctor
Sees kids (age 6+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, OCD, insomnia, autism, NS-related stress
Special interest in youth mental health, neurodivergence
Senior Consultant
Psychiatrist, Medical Doctor
Sees teens (age 16+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, insomnia, OCD, NS-related stress
Special interest in early psychosis, mood disorders
Senior Consultant Psychiatrist, Medical Doctor
Sees kids (age 7+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, bipolar, insomnia, intellectual disability, dementia
Special interest in women’s mental health, older adults, end-of-life care
Principal Psychologist
Sees teens (age 13+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, trauma, complex trauma
Special interest in OCD, attachment-focused EMDR, mindfulness
Principal Psychologist
Sees adults (age 17+)
Depression, anxiety, insomnia, OCD, pain, stress, grief, trauma
Special interest in mood disorders and coping with life changes
Senior Psychologist
Sees kids (age 4+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, stress, trauma
Special interest in academic assessment, children’s mental health, attachment issues
Senior Psychologist
Sees kids (age 2+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, sleep, trauma, interpersonal issues
Special interest in academic assessment, children’s mental health, tic disorder, coping with chronic illness or pain
Principal Therapist
Sees teens (age 13+) & adults
Grief, trauma, coping with medical conditions, stress, depression, anxiety
Special interest in art therapy, end-of-life care
Principal Therapist
Sees kids (age 2+) & adults
Behavioural challenges in kids, couples issues (e.g. infidelity), parent-child issues, pregnancy & fertility-related stress
Special interest in couples therapy, trauma, workplace crisis management
Principal Psychologist
Sees kids (age 6+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, child & parent attachment issues
Special interest in children and
youth mental health,
adult life transitions
youth mental health,
adult life transitions
Principal Therapist
Sees kids (age 4+) & adults
Anxiety, depression, existential issues, grief, gender & sexuality, interpersonal, attachment issues
Special interest in art therapy, psychodynamic/psychoanalytic therapy, complex trauma
Visiting Educational Psychologist
Sees kids (age 7+) & adults
Behavioural challenges in autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, intellectual disability, learning concerns
Special interest in behaviour intervention, autism and intellectual disability-related challenging behaviours
Dr Victor Kwok
Senior Consultant
Psychiatrist, Medical Doctor
Sees teens (age 13+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, insomnia, eating disorders
Special interest in ADHD &
NS-related stress
NS-related stress
Dr Tay Kai Hong
Senior Consultant
Psychiatrist, Medical Doctor
Sees kids (age 6+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, OCD, insomnia, autism, NS-related stress
Special interest in youth mental health, neurodivergence
Dr Ashwin Chee
Senior Consultant
Psychiatrist, Medical Doctor
Sees teens (age 16+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, insomnia, OCD, NS-related stress
Special interest in early psychosis, mood disorders
Dr Lee Xin Er
Senior Consultant
Psychiatrist, Medical Doctor
Sees kids (age 7+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, bipolar, insomnia, intellectual disability, dementia
Special interest in women’s mental health, older adults, end-of-life care
Ms Siew Choo Ting
Principal Psychologist
Sees teens (age 13+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, trauma, complex trauma
Special interest in OCD, attachment-focused EMDR, mindfulness
Dr Farah Idu Jion
Principal Psychologist
Sees adults (age 17+)
Depression, anxiety, insomnia, OCD, pain, stress, grief, trauma
Special interest in mood disorders and coping with life changes
Ms Justine Xue
Senior Psychologist
Sees kids (age 4+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, stress, trauma
Special interest in academic assessment, children’s mental health, attachment issues
Dr Beron Tan
Senior Psychologist
Sees kids (age 2+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, sleep, trauma, interpersonal issues
Special interest in academic assessment, children’s mental health, tic disorder, coping with chronic illness or pain
Ms Siti Mariam
Principal Therapist
Sees teens (age 13+) & adults
Grief, trauma, coping with medical conditions, stress, depression, anxiety
Special interest in art therapy, end-of-life care
Ms Joanne Goh
Principal Therapist
Sees kids (age 2+) & adults
Behavioural challenges in kids, couples issues (e.g. infidelity), parent-child issues, pregnancy & fertility-related stress
Special interest in couples therapy, trauma, workplace crisis management
Ms Clare Kwan
Principal Psychologist
Sees kids (age 6+) & adults
Depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, child & parent attachment issues
Special interest in children and
youth mental health,
adult life transitions
youth mental health,
adult life transitions
Mr Ryan Huang
Visiting Educational Psychologist
Sees kids (age 7+) & adults
Behavioural challenges in autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, intellectual disability, learning concerns
Special interest in behaviour intervention, autism and intellectual disability-related challenging behaviours
Ms Eve Teo
Principal Therapist
Sees kids (age 4+) & adults
Anxiety, depression, existential issues, grief, gender & sexuality, interpersonal, attachment issues
Special interest in art therapy, psychodynamic/psychoanalytic therapy, complex trauma
Ms Eve Teo
Principal Therapist
Sees kids (4+) & adults
Anxiety, depression, existential issues, grief, gender & sexuality, interpersonal, attachment issues
Special interest in art therapy, psychodynamic/psychoanalytic therapy, complex trauma
Dr Victor Kwok
Senior Consultant
PSYCHIATRIST
"CARE IS
to support my patients in their recovery journey so that they can live a life with purpose.”
BIOGRAPHY
Dr Victor Kwok is a compassionate psychiatrist and medical doctor with over 20 years of experience. As co-founder and Medical Director of Private Space Medical, he is dedicated to providing empathetic, patient-focused care.
Previously, he served as the youngest founding Head of Psychiatry at a major 1,400-bed general hospital in Singapore. In this role, he recruited and led a team of psychiatrists and medical doctors, set up the psychiatry ward, and established a specialist Mood & Anxiety Clinic to raise standards of care. His clinical guidelines on insomnia and alcohol addiction were widely adopted by hospitals like Sengkang General Hospital and Singapore General Hospital (SGH).
Driven by a commitment to helping people struggling with eating disorders, Dr Kwok received the Health Manpower Development Program Scholarship from the Ministry of Health to train at Stanford Hospital with renowned Professor James Lock.
Dr Kwok’s passion in mindfulness-based therapy shaped his role during the pandemic. He led resilience programs to support frontline doctors and nurses. Dr Kwok also co-led the Peer Support Network for doctors across SGH, KK Hospital, and Changi Hospital. He was a member of SingHealth’s Joy At Work Taskforce, a high-level committee personally chaired by the Group CEO, to transform the way Singapore hospitals provide care for patients.
An award-winning educator, Dr Kwok was popular with medical students and won the Role Model Award for teaching from the National University of Singapore. He served as an adjunct Assistant Professor at both Lee Kong Chian Medical School and Duke-NUS Medical School.
Kind and caring, he was recognised with several service excellence awards, including the Singapore Health Quality Service Award in both Star and Gold categories.
A strong advocate for mental health, Dr Kwok contributed to national initiatives, including a Ministry workgroup helping people with psychological conditions enter the healthcare workforce. He regularly speaks on mental health topics in local and international schools, voluntary welfare organisations, and corporations.
Dr Kwok’s insights have been featured in media, including The Straits Times, Zaobao, Channel News Asia, and CNA938 Live Radio. He has also been invited to share his clinical expertise in conferences both locally and internationally.
EXPERIENCE
- Founding Head of Psychiatry, Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore
- Director, Early Intervention in Anxiety and Depression, Singapore General Hospital
- Visiting Consultant to Singapore Armed Forces and to Child and Adolescent service, KK Hospital, Singapore
- Assistant Professor, NUS-Duke Medical School, Singapore
- Assistant Professor, Lee Kong Chian Medical School, Singapore
EDUCATION
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), National University of Singapore
- Masters in Medicine (Psychiatry), National University of Singapore
- Graduate Diploma in Healthcare Management and Leadership, Singapore Management University
- HMDP Award, Stanford Hospital, USA
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
- English, Chinese, Cantonese
SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS
- Systematic Review of Clinical Practice Guidelines for Pharmacotherapy in Insomnia Disorder. Journal of Psychiatric Practice, 2022.
- MIMS Pharmacotherapy Guide to Insomnia. 2021 Edition.
- A case series on the clinical profile of avoidant–restrictive food intake disorder in Singapore. Proceedings of Singapore Healthcare. 2019
- Malays and eating disorders in Singapore: A potential ethnic risk in a Southeast Asian Society. Journal of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. 2018
- An Audit of Alcohol Detoxification in a Consultation-Liaison Setting. Addictive Disorders & Their Treatment. 2018
- Internet and smartphone application usage in eating disorders: A descriptive study in Singapore. Asian Journal of Psychiatry. 2016
- Comprehensive psychological intervention to improve outcome in functional gastrointestinal disorder: a cohort study. Singapore Medical Journal. 2015
- Falls in a Psychiatric Unit. Proceedings of Singapore Healthcare. 2010
- Managing Insomnia in Depression and Anxiety. Medical Progress Journal. 2010
- Assessing the quality of care for patients with first-episode psychosis. Singapore Medical Journal. 2006
EXPERIENCE
- Founding Head of Psychiatry, Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore
- Director, Early Intervention in Anxiety and Depression, Singapore General Hospital
- Visiting Consultant to Singapore Armed Forces and to Child and Adolescent service, KK Hospital, Singapore
- Assistant Professor, NUS-Duke Medical School, Singapore
- Assistant Professor, Lee Kong Chian Medical School, Singapore
EDUCATION
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), National University of Singapore
- Masters in Medicine (Psychiatry), National University of Singapore
- Graduate Diploma in Healthcare Management and Leadership, Singapore Management University
- HMDP Award, Stanford Hospital, USA
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
- English, Chinese, Cantonese
Dr Tay Kai Hong
Senior Consultant
PSYCHIATRIST
"CARE IS
to provide holistic, personalised and personal care to my patients, to help them achieve their full potential in life.”
BIOGRAPHY
Dr Tay Kai Hong is Medical Director and Co-Founder of Private Space Medical. A psychiatrist with more than 15 years of clinical experience, he looked after patients with depression, anxiety, ADHD and a wide range of other psychological conditions when he was in public service. He established brain stimulation facilities in a general hospital to treat patients with severe mood disorders. He is also an expert in sleep disorders and spearheaded the development of sleep medicine services for Psychiatry. He has authored treatment guidelines and published research on insomnia.
As Director of Mental Resilience and member of the SingHealth Mental Wellness Steering committee, Dr Tay developed programs to build resilience and prevent burnout in healthcare professionals. He gave regular mental health talks to new doctors, nurses, grassroots leaders and the public. He has contributed articles and educational materials to The Straits Times, Zao Bao, National Council of Social Services and National Youth Council.
As Site Director for the National Psychiatry Residency Program, Dr Tay oversaw specialist training of doctors training to be psychiatrists and sat on the selection committee to interview candidates applying to the specialist program. He has taught and mentored many batches of psychiatry residents, guiding them in their medical training and exams. Appointed Clinical Asst. Professor at Duke-NUS Medical School, Dr Tay is a passionate educator and received excellent feedback for his teaching. He was awarded teaching awards by NUS and National Healthcare Group.
Dr Tay strives to go the extra mile for every patient. His kind and caring demeanour won over many of his patients. Their feedback and nominations led to him clinching the Star Award for the Singapore Health Quality Service Awards, and Gold Award in the hospital’s clinical service and patient experience awards ceremony.
Dr Tay hopes to combine the best practices from years of experience to deliver holistic and personalized care, grounded in scientific evidence and delivered in a patient-centric manner. Skilled in the use of medications and psychological therapy, Dr Tay believes in respecting the patient’s choice when it comes to treatment.
Dr Tay’s clinical interests include youth mental health, sleep disorders, mood/anxiety disorders and developmental disorders such as ADHD, autism and intellectual disability. He has published research on insomnia, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, neuro-stimulation, and presented his research at both local and international conferences.
During his National Service, Dr Tay was conferred the Sword of Merit Award during his officer cadet course. Dr Tay served in the SAF Psychological Care Centre and oversaw the Psychological Medicine Inpatient Centre, where he assessed, managed and determined the PES status of National Servicemen who experienced stress, anxiety and depression.
Besides clinical duties at Private Space Medical, Dr Tay currently serves as Visiting Consultant at the University Health Centre of NUS. He also supports clinical services in the SAF, at the Medical Classification Centre and Psychological Care Centre. He has designed and delivered mental health workshops to commanders of the Home Team, comprising the Singapore Police Force, SCDF, Singapore Prisons Service and Central Narcotics Bureau.
As Co-Founder of Private Space Medical, Dr Tay hopes to bring his vision of healthcare “Positive Change, Purposeful Lives” to fruition, by delivering high-quality, scientific, holistic and personalized care to every patient he sees.
EXPERIENCE
- Lead Psychiatrist for Sleep Medicine Psychiatry, Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore
- Lead Psychiatrist for Neuro-stimulation Service, Sengkang General Hospital
- Site Director, National Psychiatry Residency Program, Singapore
- Chairman, Residency Program Evaluation Committee (Psychiatry)
- Clinical Assistant Professor, NUS-Duke Medical School, Singapore
- Director, Mental Resilience Program, SKH Department of Psychiatry
- Medical Officer-In-Charge, Psychological Medicine Inpatient Service, Singapore Armed Forces
- Visiting Consultant, University Health Centre, National University of Singapore
EDUCATION
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), National University of Singapore
- Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) (United Kingdom)
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
- English, Chinese, Hokkien
AWARDS
- Singapore Health Quality Service Award (Star) (Singapore Ministry of Health, 2022)
- Long Service Award (Singapore Ministry of Health, 2021)
- You Sparkle! Award (Gold) (Sengkeng General Hospital, 2021)
- NUS Young Educator Teaching Award (National University of Singapore, 2018)
- NHG Teaching Award (National Healthcare Group, 2017)
- IMH Quality Day Gold Award (Institute of Mental Health, 2015)
- Service with a Heart Award (Singapore General Hospital, 2013)
EXPERIENCE
- Lead Psychiatrist for Sleep Medicine Psychiatry, Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore
- Lead Psychiatrist for Neuro-stimulation Service, Sengkang General Hospital
- Site Director, National Psychiatry Residency Program, Singapore
- Chairman, Residency Program Evaluation Committee (Psychiatry)
- Clinical Assistant Professor, NUS-Duke Medical School, Singapore
- Director, Mental Resilience Program, SKH Department of Psychiatry
- Medical Officer-In-Charge, Psychological Medicine Inpatient Service, Singapore Armed Forces
- Visiting Consultant, University Health Centre, National University of Singapore
EDUCATION
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), National University of Singapore
- Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) (United Kingdom)
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
- English, Chinese, Hokkien
SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS
- MIMS Pharmacotherapy Guide to Insomnia. 2021 Edition.
- Systematic Review of Clinical Practice Guidelines for Pharmacotherapy in Insomnia Disorder. Journal of Psychiatric Practice, 2022.
- Lithium treatment for unipolar major depressive disorder: Systematic review. Journal of Psychopharmacology, 2019.
- Reducing transfers of psychiatric inpatients to emergency rooms of general hospitals in Singapore: a clinical practice improvement project. International Journal of Psychiatry in Clinical Practice, 2016.
- Neurocognitive Functioning and Quality of Life in Patients with and without Deficit Syndrome of Schizophrenia. Psychiatry Research, 2018.
- Neuroleptic malignant syndrome in an afebrile patient on second generation antipsychotics. Asian Journal of Psychiatry, 2020.
- Electroconvulsive Therapy after Recurrent Myocardial Infarction in a Catatonia Patient. Psychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences, 2020.
- Lithium-induced symptomatic second-degree heart block: A case report. Asian Journal of Psychiatry, 2021.
Dr Ashwin Chee
Senior Consultant
Psychiatrist
"CARE IS
To treat a person as a whole, the sum of their past experiences and relationships, and to guide them through their recovery.”
BIOGRAPHY
Dr Ashwin Chee brings a wealth of experience as a psychiatrist and medical doctor, dedicating over 20 compassionate years to the field of psychological medicine. His journey began with a medical degree from the National University of Ireland, followed by specialist training in Singapore, where he earned a Master of Medicine (Psychiatry) from the National University of Singapore.
Known for his kind and gentle approach, Dr Chee has become a respected figure in the field. His professional history includes significant roles in various large general hospitals in Singapore, such as the National University Hospital, Institute of Mental Health, and Singapore General Hospital. Notably, he played a crucial role in establishing the psychiatry department at Sengkang General Hospital.
As the Chairman for Multi-Disciplinary Team Meetings at Sengkang Hospital, Dr Chee not only oversaw clinical care but also fostered collaboration among psychiatrists, psychologists, medical social workers, and nurses. He chaired training programs within the department and served as a mentor to junior specialists, embodying a commitment to nurturing the next generation of mental health professionals.
Dr Chee’s contributions extended to the LINK Program, where he served as the Psychiatry Lead for the mental wellness component. In this role, he facilitated the joint management of patients by specialists in the hospital and family doctors in the expansive North-East region of Singapore, ensuring a smooth transition for individuals with mental health conditions.
Driven by a passion for education, Dr Chee assumed the role of clinical tutor for medical students at both the National University of Singapore and Duke-NUS Medical School. His dedication to teaching reflects his deep commitment to advancing the understanding of mental health within the medical community.
With a heartfelt focus on First-Episode Psychosis, Dr Chee dedicated substantial efforts to Singapore’s Early Psychosis Intervention Program (EPIP), providing valuable support to young individuals grappling with this condition. His expertise also extends to depression and anxiety, where he contributed as a compassionate member of the clinical team in the Mood and Anxiety Clinic at Sengkang Hospital.
Recognised for his caring demeanor, Dr Chee was nominated for the Service with a Heart Award (Gold) in 2022 by Singapore Health Services. His enduring mission is to guide individuals through their recovery journey, always considering their preferences and recommending evidence-based treatments tailored to their unique needs.
EXPERIENCE
- Senior Consultant, Mood and Anxiety Clinic, Sengkang General Hospital
- Clinical Assistant Professor, NUS-Duke Medical School, Singapore
- Consultant, Early Psychosis Intervention Program, Institute of Mental Health
- Lead Psychiatrist, LINK Program, Sengkang General Hospital
EDUCATION
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB BCh BAO), National University of Ireland
- Masters in Medicine (Psychiatry), National University Singapore
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
- English, Bahasa Melayu
EXPERIENCE
- Senior Consultant, Mood and Anxiety Clinic, Sengkang General Hospital
- Clinical Assistant Professor, NUS-Duke Medical School, Singapore
- Consultant, Early Psychosis Intervention Program, Institute of Mental Health
- Lead Psychiatrist, LINK Program, Sengkang General Hospital
EDUCATION
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB BCh BAO), National University of Ireland
- Masters in Medicine (Psychiatry), National University Singapore
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
- English, Bahasa Melayu
SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS
- Systematic Review of Clinical Practice Guidelines for Pharmacotherapy in Insomnia Disorder. Journal of Psychiatric Practice, 2022.
- Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome in an Afebrile Patient on Second Generation Antipsychotics. Asian Journal of Psychiatry, 2020.
- A case series on the clinical profile of avoidant-restrictive food intake disorder in Singapore. Proceedings of Singapore Healthcare, 2019.
- Short term effectiveness of haloperidol vs risperidone in first-episode schizophrenia. Proceedings of Singapore Healthcare, 2016.
Overview
Senior Consultant Psychiatrist
Medical Doctor
"CARE IS
is the beautiful connection that allows one to hold another who is in need.”
BIOGRAPHY
Dr Lee Xin Er is known for her kind, gentle, and empathetic approach among both patients and peers. With over 12 years of working experience, she is dedicated to providing personalized care in a safe and inclusive environment, deeply valuing each patient’s unique story and striving to build a trusting relationship that empowers them to achieve their mental health goals.
Dr Lee served as a Consultant Psychiatrist at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, following her residency training at various large public hospitals, including Singapore General Hospital and National University of Singapore. She earned her postgraduate qualification from the prestigious Royal College of Psychiatrists in the United Kingdom.
During her time at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, she had the opportunity to lead the psychiatry ward and worked closely with her team of doctors, psychologists, and social workers to care for patients admitted with conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and dementia. Additionally, she was part of the Staff Support team which provided mental health care to doctors and nurses. Dr Lee combines evidence-based practice with a holistic approach, recognizing the interplay of physical, emotional, and social factors in one’s well-being.
Dr Lee’s clinical expertise spans depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, dementia, schizophrenia, and sleep disorders, with a particular focus on women’s mental health. As a working mother of two teenage children, she understands the challenges faced by modern women in balancing career, family, and personal well-being. She is especially passionate about supporting women through various life stages, including pregnancy and postpartum challenges such as postpartum depression and anxiety.
In her role on the Palliative Care team at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Dr Lee provided psychiatric care for patients with cancer and other terminal illnesses, as well as support to hospice care patients. In this role, she helped people face and overcome grief and bereavement. She was a member of the Advance Care Planning Committee and advocated for patient empowerment in end-of-life matters. She often integrates mindfulness to help grieving patients manage stress and stay grounded in the present.
Teaching the next generation of healthcare professionals is another one of Dr Lee’s passions. She served as a Clinical Lecturer at the Medical Schools of both the National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University. Additionally, she was a Clinical Teacher for the Holistic Palliative Care Programme (HoPE) at Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine and was part of the teaching faculty for the Workplace Mental Health Workshop organized by National Healthcare Group College.
Devoted to creating a safe and nurturing environment, Dr Lee ensures her patients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and emotions. She works closely with them to ensure they are active participants in their treatment plans and values their input in every decision.
Experience
- Consultant, Psychiatry Department, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore
- Clinical Lecturer, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore
- Adjunct Lecturer, Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University
- Clinical Teacher (Graduate), School for Holistic Palliative Care Programme (HoPE), Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine
- Teaching Faculty, Workplace Mental Health Workshop, NHG College
- Member, Palliative-Psychiatry Team, Tan Tock Seng Hospital
EDUCATION
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), International Medical University, Malaysia
- Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych), United Kingdom
- Specialist Accreditation Board (Psychiatry), Singapore Medical Council
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
- English, Chinese, Malay, Cantonese, Hokkien, Hakka
Ms Siew Choo Ting
Principal Psychologist
"CARE IS
to provide timely & accessible service to clients, help them make sense of their circumstances, & get them back on their feet during difficult times.”
BIOGRAPHY
Choo Ting started her journey to become a Clinical Psychologist, intent on creating a safe space for individuals to share their unique stories. She hopes to walk alongside them as they make sense of their present challenges and their own existence.
In the Australia and Singapore public healthcare systems, Choo Ting worked with patients of all ages. She has seen clients who are as young as 7, and as old as 90. She adopts various treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy to help her clients. In particular, she has strong interests and expertise in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness-based Therapies.
With almost a decade of clinical experience, she believes in tailoring her therapy approach to individual clients, based on their unique stories and needs.
In Sengkang General Hospital, she helped set up the peer support and staff counselling program and advocated for the psychological wellbeing of healthcare workers. She also co-led a SingHealth initiative to empower clinicians to pursue value-driven care, with emphasis on measurement of patient reported outcomes to promote effective care.
Choo Ting has supervised psychologists and postgraduate students. She advocates for psychological wellness and has conducted talks, trainings and forums for healthcare workers and members of the public.
Above all, she values taking a dynamic and collaborative approach with clients. She hopes to empower them while journeying with them through their struggles, whether it is depression, anxiety, interpersonal difficulties, or life losses and transitions. She believes that a strong rapport and genuine connection with her clients will facilitate deep reflection and true recovery.
MEMBERSHIp / EXPERIENCE
- Registered Psychologist, Singapore Psychological Association
- Senior Psychologist, Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore
- Psychologist, Psychology Services (Adolescence Team), KK Hospital, Singapore
- Co-Lead, SingHealth Group Allied Health Patient Outcomes Workstream
- Committee Member, Peer Support and Staff Counselling programme, Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore
- Member, OCD Network, Singapore
- Registered Supervisor, Singapore Psychological Society
EDUCATION & AWARDS
- First Class Honours, Bachelor of Social Sciences in Psychology, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
- Master of Clinical Psychology, Curtin University, Australia
- Healthcare Graduate Study Award by Ministry of Health, Singapore
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
- English, Chinese
MEMBERSHIP & EXPERIENCE
- Registered Psychologist, Singapore Psychological Society
- Senior Psychologist, Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore
- Psychologist, Psychology Services (Adolescence Team), KK Hospital, Singapore
- Co-Lead, SingHealth Group Allied Health Patient Outcomes Workstream
- Committee Member, Peer Support and Staff Counselling programme, Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore
- Member, OCD Network, Singapore
- Registered Supervisor, Singapore Psychological Society
EDUCATION & AWARDS
- First Class Honours, Bachelor of Social Sciences in Psychology, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
- Master of Clinical Psychology, Curtin University, Australia
- Healthcare Graduate Study Award by Ministry of Health, Singapore
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
- English, Chinese
Dr. Farah Idu Jion
Principal Psychologist
"CARE IS
journeying with clients through their difficult times, helping them acknowledge their struggles with compassion, and empowering them with the skills to pick up and carry on.”
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Farah is a clinical psychologist and clinical neuropsychologist with over 10 years of experience in the field. Having lived in Singapore and Australia, Dr. Farah enjoys working with persons from diverse backgrounds. She believes in a person-centred approach to therapy, and respects the individual’s history, cultural and beliefs systems. She believes that effective therapy requires building trust and working collaboratively in the healing journey.
Dr. Farah’s clinical interests include anxiety, depression, sleep, chronic pain, stress, adjustment to role-transitions (e.g. NS, motherhood, retirement, empty-nest) or to health conditions (e.g. chronic conditions, unexpected diagnosis), trauma, and grief. Dr. Farah is trained in several treatment modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. Dr Farah works best with persons above 15 years old for individual therapy.
As a clinical neuropsychologist, Dr Farah has experience in neuropsychology assessment & rehabilitation across the lifespan (6 to 90 years old) for acquired brain injury (TBI, Stroke, Tumour), neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD, IQ), neurodegenerative disorders (Dementia, Parkinson’s, MS) and mental capacity. She also provides cognitive rehabilitation and psycho-emotional services to support return-to-school or return-to-work efforts.
Dr Farah enjoys sharing her knowledge and experience. She is currently lecturing at a public university in Singapore. While at SKH, she was the lead clinical neuropsychologist and she provided clinical supervision to staff and students for assessment and therapy. She also developed and delivered mental health training workshops to Singhealth staff, and for members of the public.
EXPERIENCE
- Member, Australian Psychological Society (APS) | Registered Psychologist, Singapore Psychological Society (SPS)
- Senior Psychologist, Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore
- Clinical Neuropsychologist, Changi General Hospital & KK Hospital, Singapore
- Provisional Psychologist, Queensland Health, Australia (Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital & Princess Alexandra Hospital)
EDUCATION /AWARDS
- Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology and Clinical Neuropsychology, University of Queensland, Australia
- Joseph Sleight Bursary Award for Postgraduate Research in Psychological Medicine
- Healthcare Graduate Study Award by Ministry of Health, Singapore
- Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in Psychology, National University of Singapore
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
- English, Bahasa Melayu
PUBLIC OUTREACH
Talk: “What is ADHD?” for voluntary welfare organisation “Unlocking ADHD” (2022)
Talk: “Strategies for Effective Memory” at Sengkang Library in (2019)
EXPERIENCE
- Member, Australian Psychological Society (APS) | Registered Psychologist, Singapore Psychological Society (SPS)
- Senior Psychologist, Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore
- Clinical Neuropsychologist, Changi General Hospital & KK Hospital, Singapore
- Provisional Psychologist, Queensland Health, Australia (Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital & Princess Alexandra Hospital)
EDUCATION & AWARDS
- Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology and Clinical Neuropsychology, University of Queensland, Australia
- Joseph Sleight Bursary Award for Postgraduate Research in Psychological Medicine