Our Belief

Registered Psychologist (Singapore), MSPS

Singapore Register of Psychologist (SRP) Approved Supervisor

Master of Psychology (Clinical), The University of Melbourne & National University of Singapore

Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons) Psychology, National University of Singapore

Darshini’s practice journey as a Clinical Psychologist has spanned over a decade. She began her practice at the Institute of Mental Health, working with clients with complex clinical presentations, in inpatient and outpatient tertiary psychiatric services. Darshini’s practice has also brought her through child protection, youth offending and residential services, community services, military services, global/regional/local corporate consultancy, and private health services. Darshini has worked with individuals and groups for psychological therapy, and conducted psychological assessments for different needs. She has also been involved with creating and implementing clinical services and programmes in public health. 

Darshini’s keen interest in clinical psychology has seen her supervise the practicum of students undertaking their postgraduate clinical psychology training, and provide clinical supervision to practising mental health professionals. Darshini also teaches psychology at the National University of Singapore, and provides mental health related training to corporate organisations. 

As a Clinical Psychologist, Darshini is trained to evaluate for different mental health needs, make clinical diagnoses, and provide appropriate non-pharmacological intervention. Darshini is trained in and uses evidence-based treatment modalities, including: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Skills, Schema Therapy, Mindfulness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, and Behaviour Modification. 

Darshini has clinical interests in the areas of mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder, dysthymia). Other key interest areas include trauma, complex mental health needs, panic attacks/disorder, behavioural change, personal growth, and wellbeing. In her clinical practice, Darshini has (and continues to) work with individuals diagnosed with anxiety disorders, somatic complaints, intellectual disability, personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, schizophrenia, adjustment disorder, grief and gender identity issues. 

Darshini believes that each individual’s unique life experiences shape them and that an understanding of this empowers, connects to inherent strengths, and creates a space in which learning and forward movement can take place. Accordingly, Darshini’s approach is personalised to the needs of each individual client, within a respectful and safe space.

Darshini speaks both English and Tamil. She is available on Tuesday afternoons and Friday afternoons, as well as Saturday mornings.

Master of Counselling – Monash university 

Master of Science in Psychology (RMIT University)

Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology (James Cook University)

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Monash University)

Provisional Clinical Member of Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC) – Registration in progress.

MAPS, MSPS

Teerousha's professional experience spans across the school setting, public healthcare, and social service. Her experiences include working with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidal thoughts, relationship issues. grief and loss, gambling, substance and other behavioural addictions. Most recently, Teerousha was working at Samaritans of Singapore (SOS) as a Counsellor, providing individual counselling to adolescents and adults struggling with suicidal thoughts and behaviours and suicide grief (individuals who have lost someone to suicide). She was the Team Lead for Caremail, an email platform to support people in suicide crisis, and suicide survivors. She also had the opportunity to facilitate the Light in the Dark Support Group (for suicide attempters).

Teerousha is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Schema Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She is also trained in CAMS, an evidence-based therapeutic assessment and treatment of suicide risk, as well as Assisting Individuals in Crisis and Group Crisis Intervention under the ICISF. She is currently undertaking training in Somatic Trauma Therapy. Teerousha’s therapeutic approach is rooted in Schema Therapy principles, employing evidence-based techniques to address deep-seated patterns and beliefs. In her work, Teerousha integrates cognitive-behavioural strategies, experiential methods, and mindfulness-based interventions. She strongly emphasizes the significance of understanding early life experiences and core beliefs to facilitate lasting change.

Her key clinical interests are in the areas of suicidality, mood (e.g. depression, anxiety) and personality disorders (e.g. Borderline, Narcissistic, avoidance, dependence). Her other interests include relational trauma, cultural adjustment & transition challenges, grief & loss, emotion regulation, burnout, and relationship issues. 

Teerousha holds the belief that every person possesses the potential for growth and positive transformation. Her philosophy centers around cultivating a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship with her clients, aiming to aid them in discovering their inner strengths and resources to overcome life's obstacles. Creating a safe, non-judgmental space, she guides individuals towards greater self-awareness and emotional healing; she is honoured to be part of their journey towards a more fulfilling life.

Growing up on the beautiful island of Mauritius with rich culture & diversity, Teerousha moved to Singapore four years ago in her curious & passionate quest to meet people of different cultural backgrounds and learn from them. She has studied and worked in Mauritius, Malaysia, Singapore and Australia. During her time in Singapore, she gained insights into the unique challenges faced by both the local and expat communities. Her hobbies include baking, swimming, reading and café hopping. 

Fluent in both English and French, Teerousha is available for appointments on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

Certified Coach - International Association of Coaches

Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder-Centered Coach

World Institute of Action Learning Certified Coach

Trained Teacher in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) - Oxford Mindfulness Foundation (OMF-UK)

Certified to teach Mindfulness: Teaching in the Workplace – OMF-UK

.b mindfulness for youth – MISP-UK

Ming Hui is a leadership trainer, corporate coach and mindfulness facilitator with over twenty years of corporate experience leading regional high-performing teams in supply chain, market development, finance and Human Resources (HR). Harnessing extensive business experience and her own transformative mindfulness journey, Ming Hui is committed to empowering individuals and teams to flourish by accessing their inner strengths and expanding their core capacity. 

Ming Hui has been trained in various mindfulness methods that enable her to guide sessions with different types of clients. She promotes meaningful dialogues with a broad spectrum of clients across Asia Pacific, in various industries including energy, IT, finance, telecommunications, pharmaceutical, education, and civil services. Clients describe her as an empathetic listener with a keen ability to ask questions they ought to ask themselves but don’t.

Ming Hui is an authentic and culturally sensitive individual who is fluent in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Malay.