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We deliver a holistic and personalised therapy program for every child at TenderMinds Academy. Our licensed therapists are well equipped to bring about lifelong improvements to value add to your families’ lives.
At TenderMinds Academy, we understand the unique challenges faced by families with children on the autism spectrum. We offer home-based therapy services designed to meet the specific needs of these kids in a comfortable and familiar environment. Our experienced therapists work closely with families to create individualized treatment plans that address each child’s strengths and weaknesses. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, and we are dedicated to providing the support and resources necessary to make that happen. Whether your child is just starting their journey or looking to build on the progress they’ve already made, our team is here to help.
No child learns alike. We design special, tailored programmes to suit every learning style.
We help children transition into mainstream education and prepare them for society.
Above all, we strive to educate children holistically, promoting multiple facets of their development.
Our programmes are crafted to develop the full potential of every child.
This value emphasizes the importance of treating clients with kindness, empathy, and understanding. By putting the well-being of your clients first, you can create a supportive and positive environment for growth and change.
This value emphasizes the importance of using the latest research and evidence-based practices to inform your work. By staying up-to-date with the latest developments in the field, you can provide your clients with the best possible care.
This value emphasizes the importance of working closely with clients, families, and other professionals to develop effective treatment plans and support networks. By fostering open communication and teamwork, you can ensure that everyone is working together towards common goals.
This value emphasizes the importance of ongoing learning, reflection, and growth. By setting goals, tracking progress, and making adjustments as needed, you can continuously improve your services and the outcomes for your clients.
Ernest Bernades, has over 22 years of experience as a senior behaviour and drama therapist, Ernest has dedicated his career
With over 8 years of experience, Manpreet has dedicated herself to helping and teaching children with autism and special needs. Her journey began after earning a degree in Psychology, where she gained valuable experience working as a special needs educator in a classroom setting. She then transitioned into a career in behavioural intervention, where she has since provided support for children with varying learning needs.
Throughout her career, Manpreet has worked with children from a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds, as young as 18 months to as old as 18 years of age, with a wide range of functioning abilities. She is skilled in both Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), enabling her to provide effective and comprehensive care for her clients.
Manpreet's passion and commitment to working closely with children and their families has been instrumental in helping her clients develop and reach their fullest potential. She strives to provide personalized support and encouragement, ensuring that each child receives the care and attention they need to thrive.
Fun Fact – Manpreet has passion for music which she incorporates into her therapy sessions sometimes. She loves animals, particularly giraffes and she even has a pet hamster named Tesla, as he runs like one.
Throughout her junior college and university life, Maureen has been interested in psychology and education, and she started volunteering at various hospitals, institutions and special ed schools in Singapore. Those early experiences ignited her passion for working with children, particularly students with special needs. Upon graduation with a degree in Psychology, she started her professional journey as a special education classroom teacher.
Today, Maureen has over 5 years of professional experience both as a teacher and as an ABA Behavioural Therapist. She has worked with children from 18 months old to adulthood with a wide range of functional abilities. Her experiences have shaped her firm believe that with support from their families, every child has the potential to succeed in life. As a therapist and an educator, she guides each child towards success by breaking down difficult skills into smaller and more manageable steps based on the child’s abilities.
As Dr. O Ivar Lovaas says, “if they can’t learn the way we teach, we teach the way they learn.” Maureen strives to create an engaging and personalised learning environment for every child, with success at every small step as the foundation for teaching.
Fun Fact – Maureen must have chilli with every meal. Spice is life.
With more than 8 years of experience, Tejal is a seasoned Professional Counsellor. Having lived in many different countries, experiencing and immersing in rich cultures has shaped her into being a sensitive and compassionate individual. Her journey began with a Master of Social Science in Professional Counseling in Singapore, where she delved into empowering women to achieve a better work-life balance and provided family therapy and children coaching. Her dedication led her to work in a hospice, specializing in grief and bereavement counseling, before transitioning into a thriving private practice.
Driven by her passion for helping others, Tejal found her niche in supporting special needs children. Her understanding of their unique challenges and triumphs, coupled with her expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy (PCT), Positive Psychology, and Neuro Linguistic Practioner (Licensed) allows her to provide effective and integrative interventions. She tailors her approache to suit each client's needs, ensuring the most impactful outcomes.
Tejal’s commitment to collaboration with children and their families is unwavering. She creates a supportive environment where every child receives personalized care and attention, enabling them to flourish and reach their full potential.
Fun Fact Outside of her professional life, Tejal finds joy in Art, Mindfulness, and movement, which she seamlessly incorporates into her therapy work. Her love for the outdoors reflects her adventurous spirit, as she embraces the challenges and serenity nature offers.
Close to 4 years of formal experience with children, she started in the education industry and developed a passion working with special needs children as a behavioural therapist. She draws principles from Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA), Lindamood Bell and Co-regulation techniques and has worked with children & youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disabilities, Developmental Delays, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder. Since then, she has developed a sensitive understanding of a child’s strength, their behavioural and learning challenges which eventually helps children to feel understood and open to learning again.
Ursula also works concurrently with National Institute of Education as a research assistant, to develop tools to analyse the level of support amongst children with disabilities. Apart from that, she has expanded her knowledge into bereavement care and providing psychological first aid for victims of crime.
Fun Fact – Ursula has dabbled in many art hobbies such as professional photography, sculpture and water color.
Simran is a passionate individual who shares a deep interest in the field of Psychology. With a strong dedication towards working with children for 5 years , Simran firmly believes that every child is unique and possesses the potential to achieve greatness.
Simran understands the importance of empowering children with the necessary skills to help them reach their highest potential. She strongly advocates for the power of early intervention and believes that with care and patience, a child's potential can be unleashed
Simran is committed to bringing out the best in each child and making a positive impact in their lives. Her passion for Psychology and working with children enables her to contribute positively to their growth and development
Fun Fact She enjoys traveling and embracing the different cultures! She loves sports and play football in her free time
Fitri is a seasoned professional with over seven years of dedicated experience in catering to the unique needs of children with special requirements. With a deep-rooted passion for making a positive impact in the lives of these children, Fitri has honed a plethora of skills and amassed extensive knowledge in the field.
Specializing in behavior management and interventions, Fitri possesses the remarkable ability to maintain composure and exhibit patience even in the face of challenging behaviours. Through a combination of empathy, understanding, and adherence to proven procedures, Fitri ensures a supportive and conducive environment where students can thrive and reach their fullest potential.
Fitri's unwavering dedication, coupled with his genuine care and expertise, makes him an invaluable asset in the realm of special needs education.
Fun Fact – Fitri finds solace and joy in spending quality time outdoors with his cherished family and friends. He cherishes moments of adventure and exploration, often embarking on road trips that allow him to unwind and rejuvenate amidst nature's beauty.
With a strong passion for working with children with special needs, Madeline has worked towards that goal with experience in a classroom setting for special needs students. Obtaining a degree in Psychology, she focus majority of her studies in this field to expand her knowledge and skills for effective behavioural interventions. With experience working with a range of students of different ages, backgrounds and functioning abilities, she has trained in Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) to provide effective interventions for her clients. Madeline strives to help her client achieve their fullest potential and hopes to provide a safe and welcoming space for all her clients to do so.
Fun Fact Madeline enjoys dancing in her free time and loves music! She often incorporates music and songs in her sessions as well.
No child learns alike. We design special, tailored programmes to suit every learning style.
We help children transition into mainstream education and prepare them for society.
Above all, we strive to educate children holistically, promoting multiple facets of their development.
Our programmes are crafted to develop the full potential of every child.
No child learns alike. We design special, tailored programmes to suit every learning style.
We help children transition into mainstream education and prepare them for society.
Above all, we strive to educate children holistically, promoting multiple facets of their development.
Our programmes are crafted to develop the full potential of every child.
We are a leading provider of behavioural therapy for children on the autism spectrum / ADHD / behavioural disorders. Our highly trained therapists are passionate about guiding your child on their path to growth and success. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, they strive to bring out the very best in each and every child they work with.