The Therapist

Hi, I'm Lela, an Art Therapist in Singapore with 18 years of experience supporting neurodiverse infants, children, adolescents, and adults. My passion is helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges through creative, evidence-informed, and relationship-based therapeutic approaches.

I specialise in working with children and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Global Developmental Delay (GDD), Intellectual Disability (ID), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Down Syndrome (DS), Sensory Processing Differences (SPD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Kabuki syndrome, multiple disabilities, and children who are considered at risk. I also have extensive experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviours, emotional regulation difficulties, non-functional communication, developmental delays, and social-emotional needs.

Throughout my career, I have been trained by internationally recognised leaders in child development, developmental play, early intervention, special education, and art therapy. My therapeutic approach combines developmental play, early intervention principles, and art therapy to create engaging, individualised sessions that nurture communication, emotional regulation, confidence, creativity, and meaningful participation in everyday life.

While much of my work focuses on children with special needs, I also support adolescents, adults, seniors, parents, caregivers, educators, and healthcare professionals. Together, we work through challenges such as stress, burnout, compassion fatigue, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, identity, life transitions, and emotional well-being.

I believe every person has unique strengths, and therapy should build upon these strengths while providing a safe, compassionate space for healing, growth, and self-expression. Whether your child needs additional developmental support, or you are seeking therapy for yourself or your family, I am committed to walking alongside you with empathy, creativity, and evidence-informed practice.

It is my calling to support you on your journey towards healing, resilience, and living a brighter life.

Growing up in a multi-cultural society has given me the opportunity to experience various cultures. Moreover, as an avid traveller who’s passionate about experiencing and understanding cultures, I'm more accepting of others. I practice cultural sensitivity; I respect, understand, and value varied opinions, perspectives, and principles.

With extensive experience in working with persons of all ages, from various walks of life, and a vast history of client success, my holistic approach will help you and your loved ones attain healthier well-being through cultivating an empowered sense of identity, alignment, and self-regulation. Let my knowledge and lived experiences help you heal, grow, create the life you imagine, and get a renewed sense of self. Allow me to embark on this journey with you.