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About Cheers Learning

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About CHEERS Learning and Assessment Services

CHEERS began its journey in 2013. We started home therapy for our clients. Through words of mouths, our good work spreads.

We currently run back to back sessions and also serve individuals at their homes. With a unique and tailored curriculum, we empower children to reach their full potential, setting them on a path to success.

What truly sets us apart is the satisfaction of our clients, whose lives we’ve touched and transformed. We have a 13 years track record of creating positive and lasting change for individuals and their families.

Our Team

Ms Ming Ying
Educational Psychologist and
Fellow Therapist

Ms. Ming Ying is a Registered Educational Psychologist (SPS), SRP Approved Supervisor and Educational Therapist, holding an NTU Master of Arts (Applied Psychology). Leveraging over 10 years of experience from institutions like MOE, Pathlight, and SOTA, she offers a wealth of knowledge and expertise in Special Needs Assessment, Educational Therapy, EF, Social Skills, SFBT, and CBT.

Ms Kayce
Counselling Psychologist cum
Chinese Therapist

Ms. Kayce, Counsellor (BA Psychology, MA Applied Psychology), has 6+ years of experience helping children in MOE and private settings with emotional, behavioural, and literacy challenges. She specializes in ASD, ADHD, GDD, and Dyslexia. Kayce is a strong advocate for early diagnosis and timely intervention. Modalities: CBT, Motivational, Client-Centered. She also supports animal-assisted therapy.

Ms Emily
Counsellor cum Play Therapist
 

Emily is a counselor with six years of experience supporting youths and adults. She holds an MA in Counselling Psychology (Monash University, Australia). She creates a safe space for client growth and healing. Emily treats distress, anger, anxiety, depression, trauma, insomnia, grief, and attachment issues. Services include Play Therapy, CBT, and therapeutic piano teaching.

Ms Jan
Educational and Behavioral Therapist

Ms. Jan is an educational therapist and counsellor passionate about student academic and emotional growth. She holds a BA in Psychology (SUSS) and is a trained SEN Officer (NIE) in teaching and school counselling, bringing a strong understanding of child development. Ms. Jan combines therapeutic strategies with academic support to build student confidence, resilience, and good, lifelong learning habits in a warm, encouraging space.

Ms Patricia
Senior Counsellor

Ms. Patricia holds a BA (NUS) and Diplomas in Education/School Counselling (NIE). With 17 years of experience as an MOE Secondary Teacher and Senior School Counsellor, she possesses deep knowledge of teen issues. Her kind and friendly approach ensures she builds strong rapport with youths, offering Counselling, EF training, and CBT to support young people.

Ms Hazirah
Fellow Educational Therapist

Hazirah, a Senior Educational Therapist, supports diverse learners. She holds an MEd in Special Education, PGDip in Education (Early Childhood), and Diplomas in Allied Teaching/Educational Therapy. Previously a Special Needs Officer/Educational Therapist at DAS, she uses multisensory strategies (Linguistics, Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic) to unlock student potential.

Ms Mardhiah
Educational and Behavioral Therapist
 

Ms Mardhiah (BA Psychology, Dip Special Needs) is a certified Autism Specialist and has served as a Senior Teacher at a special needs school for 9 years. She is trained in phonics and has extensive experience supporting children/youths with GDD, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Autism. She is a dedicated, compassionate educator committed to going the extra mile.

Ms Ellie
Educational and Social Skills Therapist

Teacher Ellie, former School Allied Educator (4 years), holds an MA in Applied Psychology (NIE) and a Dip. in Special Education. She aids students (7-15) with ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, and CP. Trained in MOE Dyslexia Remediation (phonics), Ellie specializes in literacy/behavior issues, offering educational therapy and social skills. She believes every child can learn with the right support.

Ms Kaylie
Educational and Behavioral Therapist
 

Ms Kaylie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She had previously served as an associate psychologist at a local hospital. For the past 9 years, she has been closely supporting students at CHEERS. She teaches English and Math from preschool to Secondary Four levels and is trained in the Orton-Gillingham (OG) approach. She is also experienced in supporting children with ADHD and ASD. Ms Kaylie is a very patient and dedicated teacher who builds strong rapport with her students.

Mr Leon
Counsellor

Mr. Leon (MA Professional Counselling) has 6+ years’ experience as an educator, social worker, and school counsellor, specializing in emotional, behavioural, and literacy challenges. As a Family Therapy/TA Specialist, he guides parents/children and advocates for psychoeducation (time management, mental health literacy, resilience). Modalities: CBT, Client-Centered, TA, Child-Centered EMDR, Play & Art Therapy.

Ms Lindy
Educational and Behavioral Therapist

Ms. Lindy (BA Psychology) began her career in 2013 as a childcare teacher. She has extensive experience as an educator at an international special needs school. As a behavioural therapist, she provided 1-1 home-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy combined with naturalistic methods to enhance self-help, social, and functional communication skills. She has provided therapy for clients aged 13 months to 22 years.

Ms Celeste
Educational cum Art Therapist

Ms. Celeste is an art educator and special needs therapist who began her specialised work in 2013. She is trained in Play Therapy, Brain Gym, TEACCH, and ABA-VB. Ms. Celeste uses sensory art and mixed mediums to create an inclusive and enriching learning space for all children. Her expertise is available through special needs educational and art education (art instructing) promoting inclusion.

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