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Ms. Sofia specializes in working with individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health challenges, particularly those navigating significant life transitions and interpersonal complexities. She is skilled in supporting young adults—including those on the autistic spectrum—who may face difficulties related to work, peer, and family relationships, as well as issues concerning emotional well-being and self-esteem. Through talk therapy or Sandplay Therapy, Ms. Sofia helps clients enhance their self-confidence, refine their communication skills, and ultimately improve their personal relationships, emotional regulation, and professional performance.In addition to her work with young adults, Ms. Sofia is adept at guiding students through critical junctures in their academic and professional journeys. Recognizing that career choices and successful transitions into college or university can greatly influence one’s long-term academic trajectory, she integrates career assessments and career counseling into her practice. By doing so, Ms. Sofia ensures that students receive the support and clarity they need during these pivotal life stages.Ms. Sofia’s expertise also extends to working with young children who may struggle to express themselves verbally, particularly those grappling with complex emotional issues. For these clients, she employs Jungian Sandplay Therapy, a nonverbal, symbolic approach that allows children to externalize and process their feelings in a safe and nurturing environment. This technique is instrumental in helping younger clients develop the emotional tools, self-awareness, and resilience necessary for healthy psychological growth.

Ms. Sofia’s approach is grounded in talk therapy guided by family and systemic perspectives. She also incorporates expressive art therapy, including the use of OH Cards, to help clients access emotions that may be hard to express verbally. In addition, Ms. Sofia has been trained in Jungian Sandplay Therapy in Hong Kong, a nonverbal method that helps clients delve into deeper psychological layers. This integrative style enables her to meet clients where they are, foster meaningful self-exploration, and support lasting emotional growth.

Senior Counseling Psychologist, Life and Career Coach

Ms. Sofia is a licensed counselor with extensive experience helping diverse clients manage mental health concerns, improve relationships, and navigate life transitions. Her early work in NGO settings, colleges, and corporate environments exposed her to a wide range of cultural and social contexts. As a result, she’s skilled at meeting clients where they are and tailoring her approach to their unique needs. Trained in family and systemic theories, expressive art therapy techniques (including OH Cards), and Jungian Sandplay Therapy, Ms. Sofia integrates these methods to foster self-awareness, strengthen communication skills, and support overall personal growth.

Master in Counselling (Universiti Malaya), Master in Divinity (Singapore), Certificate In Counselling (Singapore), MBTI Step I & Step II Accredited Administrator