Meet Our Team
Roohi Azhar
Lead Speech & Language Therapist, Clinic Director
AHPC Full Registration
MSc. Speech and Language Pathology (NUS)
Master of Education (Early Childhood Education) (Monash University, Australia)
Roohi is fully licensed by the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) with more than 10 years of experience under her belt. She completed her Master of Science in Speech and Language Pathology from the National University of Singapore in 2012. She has worked in public and private paediatric settings - starting at the Child Development Unit in KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital, followed by Thomson Paediatric Centre (now SBCC Child Development Centre) and Treetop Therapy Centre. She has also provided speech-language therapy services in Early Intervention Programs (at Thomson Paediatric Centre) and in mainstream schools (Dover Court International School - contracted through Treetop Therapy). She is certified in Hanen (It Takes Two to Talk & More Than Words), DIR Floortime (201), PROMPT, PECS I, Visualizing and Verbalizing and the Lidcombe program for Stuttering.
Roohi works with children (age 6 months to 18 years) with a range of developmental conditions including Autism, Down’s syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Global Developmental Delay, Specific Language Impairment, developmental language delays and disorders, speech and phonological delays and disorders, ADHD/ADD, stuttering/stammering and social pragmatic difficulties. She also provides parent training for families who wish to support their children at home. She is fluent in English, Urdu and Hindi, and can provide therapy and parent training in all three languages.
Roohi loves working with children and their families. Her primary motivation for becoming a therapist was to explore and invest in her passion for working with children. She believes that each child is unique and presents a new puzzle - possessing a novel mix of strengths that need to be realized, nurtured and actualized. Understanding each child’s strengths and preferences, emotions, building a trustworthy relationship and gradually helping them to become better communicators is incredibly fulfilling and she is always grateful for the opportunity to meet such amazing children!
Certifications and Trainings
DIR Floortime 201 (ICDL)
More Than Words (The Hanen Center)
It Takes Two to Talk (The Hanen Center)
Visualizing and Verbalizing for Language Comprehension (Lindamood-Bell)
Picture Exchange Communication System I (PECS I)
The Lidcombe Program for Stuttering (Australian Stuttering Research Center – University of Sydney)
Social Thinking
PROMPT (Prompts for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets)
Fidelia Yang
Principal Speech & Language Therapist
AHPC Full Registration
MSc. Speech & Language Pathology (NUS)
Fidelia is a Speech-Language Therapist who is experienced in providing individual and group intervention, through both face-to-face sessions and teletherapy. She has extensive experience with a wide range of ages and needs – from premature infants in a major paediatric hospital to young adults in a private centre. Fidelia was one of the clinic leads and was a key member in several multidisciplinary project teams. She was also involved in mentoring and supervising student and junior Speech-Language Therapists.
Fidelia values the importance of recognising evolving needs through an individual’s lifespan, and journeys purposefully with them towards their meaningful goals. She strongly believes that the focus in therapy should be to discover, value and build on what individuals can do. She is motivated to connect with those she works with in an attuned, empathetic, and respectful manner. She also seeks to foster a collaborative effort with families and other involved professionals.
Fidelia believes that people are wired to connect, and she has special interest in supporting individuals to relate to others more effectively. She treasures, and creatively uses, a holistic and developmental approach. She intentionally creates a safe therapeutic environment for her clients to explore, integrate, and thrive.
Certifications and Trainings
DIR Floortime®
Social Thinking®
Hanen® Certified, It Takes Two to Talk
Hanen® 4 “I”s to Socialize
The Orton-Gillingham Approach
Maximising Functional Outcomes: Applying Language Models in Aphasia Rehabilitation
Language HMDP on School-Aged Children by Dr Suze Leitao
Foundation of Breastfeeding and Lactation
Three-Part Treatment Plan for Oral Placement Therapy
TalkTools Feeding Workshop by Lori Overland
Gin Chua Wen Hui
Principal Speech & Language Therapist
AHPC Full Registration
MSc. Speech & Language Pathology (NUS)
Gin started her professional career seeing adults in the public and community hospital. She has since worked across a variety of other settings including special education school, preschool centres, voluntary welfare organization as well as private centre. Her growing interest in working with children has led her to accumulate valuable experience over the years in seeing children with varying medical conditions who may display difficulties in speech, language, literacy, communication or feeding.
Gin has worked with children on individual basis as well as in group session, through face-to-face in the comfort of client’s home, preschool, centre or via teletherapy. As a mother herself, she is very much attuned to the multitude of challenges and stress faced by her clients and their families. She strives to always maintain a respectful and collaborative relationship with them. In therapy, it is important for her to engage the individual’s interests to build cooperation and rapport as well as to empower the caregiver to deliver the best therapy outcomes. Having worked with many little superheroes in her course of work, Gin is truly inspired and always ready to celebrate little successes in the progress journey with them!
Gin is fluent and conversant in both English and Mandarin.
Certifications and Trainings
The Meaningful Speech™
Hanen: It Takes Two to Talk
Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Approach to Feeding
Talktools: Three-Part Treatment Plan for Oral Placement Therapy
Paediatric Dysphagia Workshop (by Prof Sharon Greis)
Visualizing and Verbalizing® for Language Comprehension and Thinking
PECS: Picture Exchange Communication System
Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC)
Prompts for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets (PROMPT)
DIR Floortime 101
Alicia De Souza
Principal Speech & Language Therapist
AHPC Full Registration
MSc. Speech & Language Pathology (NUS)
Alicia completed her Master of Science in Speech and Language Pathology from the National University of Singapore in 2012. She has worked with children across a spectrum of developmental differences, from toddlers in early intervention to young adults transitioning out of school.
Having supported children through various stages of growth, Alicia believes that family is crucial to a child’s learning, serving as both a key communication partner and advocate. She adopts a collaborative approach, working closely with families and caregivers, and fosters client relationships through child-led play and attention to their interests.
In her practice, Alicia has taken on the role of lead therapist within a multidisciplinary team and values working with other allied health professionals, educators, and job coaches. Alicia has conducted workshops and coaching sessions for caregivers and teachers to enhance their skills, mentored junior therapists, and served as a clinical educator for student clinicians.
Outside of work, Alicia spends her time chasing after her two energetic boys and convincing herself that she’s got hidden sporting talent.
Certifications and Trainings
Allied Health Professional Council (AHPC) Supervisor
Neuro-Developmental Treatment/Bobath Course in Management and Treatment of Children with Cerebral Palsy and other Neuromotor Disorders
Hanen It Takes Two to Talk
Allied Health Professional Council (AHPC), Full Registration
Advanced Intervention for Ideational Praxis – Affordances to Executive Functions
Attended the International Society of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ISAAC) Conference in Gold Coast, Australia
Pragmatic Organization Dynamic Display (PODD) Introductory Workshop
Multi-Modal Communication and Learning Strategies for Children Who Face Significant Challenges
Introduction to PROMPT
Paediatric Feeding Seminar by Dr Joan Arvedson
Sequential Oral Sensory (S.O.S) Approach to Feeding
M.O.R.E Integrating the Mouth with Sensory and Postural Functions
Frances Tang
Principal Speech & Language Therapist
AHPC Full Registration
MSc. Speech & Language Pathology (NUS)
Frances graduated from the National University of Singapore (NUS) with a Master of Science (Speech & Language Pathology). She is registered with the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) in Singapore. Frances has worked with infants and children from 4 months to 18 years of age who have developmental needs; she has extensive experience providing intervention for a range of speech and language delays and complex communication, feeding and swallowing disorders.
Frances finds great delight in supporting each child and family in their unique situations and strengths. She believes that parents and caregivers are essential to each child achieving their utmost, and enjoys looking for ways to help a child progress within their own natural routines and preferences. She is experienced with working with parents/caregivers/other professionals in educational as well as home settings. Frances is licensed under AHPC to clinically support other speech therapists and has provided training and coaching for parents and teaching professionals in a variety of areas. A parent to 4 children herself, Frances is committed to helping each child and family to thrive.
Certifications and Trainings
TalkTools: 3-Part Treatment Plan
TalkTools: Taking your client with ASD from Non-Vocal to Verbal
TalkTools: A Sensory Motor Approach to Apraxia of Speech
PROMPT
Pragmatic Organization Dynamic Display (PODD)
Multi-Modal Communication and Learning Strategies
Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Approach to Feeding
Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) Course’
Hanen ©, It Takes Two To Talk
Lynnette Lam
Principal Speech & Language Therapist
AHPC Full Registration
MSc. Speech & Language Pathology (NUS)
Lynnette graduated with a Master of Science (Speech and Language Pathology) from the National University of Singapore in 2012 and was a recipient of the Singapore General Hospital (SGH) Scholarship. Lynnette spent her first years as a Speech Therapist in the treatment of adult speech, language and swallowing disorders in SGH.
She went on to hone her skills in the Special Education (SPED) setting, working with children and teenagers with developmental conditions including Intellectual Disability, Autism, Down’s Syndrome, language disorders, speech sound disorders, social communication difficulties, amongst others.
Lynnette is adept at customising students’ goals and facilitating generalisation of skills in the classroom. She prioritises multidisciplinary teamwork, as well as, Teacher-SLT collaboration to further the support for students in SPED schools. She is an active SLT representative on teams that drive school-wide implementation of evidence-based communication strategies and curriculum development.
Lynnette sees the potential in every child, and every milestone is celebrated. Lynnette believes in having a warm and fun approach in therapy, where children can enjoy the process of learning. Lynnette speaks English and Mandarin, and works closely with families to set realistic goals for home practice and to optimise generalisation of skills.
Certifications and Trainings
Hanen It Takes Two to Talk
Hanen More Than Words
DIR 101: Introduction to DIR® and DIRFloortime®
Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) Level
Introduction to PROMPT (Prompts for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets)
TalkTools® 3-Part Treatment Plan for OPT™ (Oral Placement Therapy)
Supporting Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum
Social Thinking
AAC Team Training (by SATC, SPD)
Ashley Tong
Senior Speech & Language Therapist
AHPC Full Registration
MSc. Speech & Language Pathology (NUS), BSc. Psychology (NUS)
Ashley is a paediatric speech therapist who is deeply committed to helping children unlock their communication potential. While pursuing a Bachelor’s in Psychology with a minor in Linguistics, she discovered her fascination for language development which led her to complete a Master of Science (Speech-Language Pathology) from NUS.
Ashley has 8 years of experience working with preschool and school-aged children with ASD, GDD, speech and language disorders, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and selective mutism across various settings, including early intervention centres, kindergartens, and Special Education (SPED) schools.
Being a mother to two young children has given her unique, firsthand perspective on the beauty (and the challenges!) of child and language development. This fuels her empathy and dedication to every family she serves. She believes that communication is the heartbeat of our daily lives and there is nothing more rewarding than helping a child discover the joy of socializing and the empowerment that comes with being understood.
Certifications and Trainings
Hanen: More Than Words®️
Social Thinking: Superflex®️ Curriculum
PROMPT (Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets)
DTTC (Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing)
PECS®️ (Picture Exchange Communication System
Daphlyn Goh
Senior Speech & Language Therapist
AHPC Full Registration
MSc Speech Pathology,Curtin University
Daphlyn is a Speech-Language Therapist who strongly believes that connection is the key to communication. Her professional journey began in a special education school and expanded to include experience in early intervention, clinic and home-based settings. She has worked with children spanning a broad age range (from 6 months to 18 years) and children with a range of developmental differences who have needs related to speech, language, feeding, and communication.
Daphlyn is committed to creating a nurturing and safe environment where children can connect, grow, and reach their fullest potential. Believing in the power of partnership, she strives to collaborate closely with caregivers and fellow educators to provide holistic and strength-based intervention. In her practice, Daphlyn has also conducted numerous coaching sessions and workshops for caregivers and teachers, empowering them with strategies to support their child’s development.
Continuously inspired by the creativity, strengths and unique personalities of each child, Daphlyn places great value on celebrating every step of progress with them and their families.
Certifications and Trainings
More Than Words® (The Hanen Centre)
The Meaningful Speech TM Course - Gestalt Language Processing
Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC)
Prompts for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets (PROMPT©)
Talkies Visualizing and Verbalizing for Language Comprehension and Expression (Lindamood-Bell)
Social Thinking Across the Home and School Day
Picture Exchange Communication System 1 (PECS 1)
Pragmatic Organization Dynamic Display (PODD) Introductory Workshop
Singapore Sign Language (SgSL) Level 1
Multi-Modal Communication and Learning Strategies for Children Who Face
Significant Challenges by Linda Burkhart
Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Approach to Feeding
3-Part Treatment Plan for Oral Placement Therapy (TalkTools®)
The Lidcombe Program for Stuttering
Jocelyn Tan
Senior Speech & Language Therapist
AHPC Full Registration
MSc Speech Pathology, Curtin University
Jocelyn is a warm, family‑centred speech therapist who loves connecting with children and individuals who are differently abled. Her journey began through volunteering in reading programmes, outings and camps, which led her to complete a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Nanyang Technological University (Singapore) in 2014 and a Master of Speech Pathology at Curtin University (Australia) in 2017, focusing on child development and communication needs.
She has worked with both adults and children in a wide range of settings, including hospitals, early intervention programmes, SPED schools, outpatient clinics and home‑based therapy. Jocelyn supports children aged 2–18 with speech, language, feeding and communication, and she loves making sessions playful, functional and tailored to each child. She also enjoys coaching parents, teachers and other professionals so that therapy strategies fit naturally into everyday life.
Jocelyn believes that the best progress happens when everyone is on the same team. She values close partnerships with families and is continually inspired by her clients’ strength and resilience. Passionate about Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Assistive Technology, she works alongside children to help them find their “voice” and feel confident communicating in their own way.
Certifications and Trainings
AT Specialist, with certification from CSUN Assistive Technology Applications Certificate Program
Hanen® It Takes Two To Talk
Hanen® More Than Words
Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS®)
LSVT Loud®
PROMPT® — Prompts for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets (Introduction to PROMPT: Technique)
DIRFloortime® (DIR 101: Introduction to DIR® and DIRFloortime®)
Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Approach to Feeding
Singapore Sign Language (SgSL) Level 1
Key Word Sign Basic
Grace Koh
Senior Speech & Language Therapist
AHPC Full Registration
Bachelor of Speech Pathology (First Class Hons), Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia
Grace holds a Bachelor of Speech Pathology with First Class Honours from Flinders University in Adelaide, South Australia, where she was awarded a Chancellor’s Letter of Recommendation and contributed to national conference presentations and published research.
Now based in Singapore, Grace is a dedicated paediatric speech therapist who believes that communication is the foundation for connection, confidence, and joy. She is passionate about working alongside families to support each child’s unique journey—whether that’s saying their first words, becoming more confident communicators, or developing safe and joyful feeding experiences.
Grace brings years of experience from KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital, where she has supported children with early language delays, fluency disorders, feeding challenges, and complex neurorehabilitation needs. She provides therapy across outpatient clinics, hospital wards, and telehealth, always with a focus on creating engaging, play-based sessions that centre the child and empower their caregivers.
She is familiar with a range of evidence-based approaches that inform her practice, including the Hanen Programs (It Takes Two to Talk and More Than Words), the Lidcombe Program, the Nancibell® V/V program, SOFFI, and MDTP. Grace thoughtfully integrates strategies from these approaches to best support each child’s individual needs in a way that feels natural and meaningful for families.
Warm, collaborative, and family-focused, Grace is committed to walking alongside families every step of the way—celebrating progress, building skills, and helping children flourish.
Certifications and Trainings
Sensory Processing Disorders for Speech Therapists
Supporting Oral Feeding in Fragile Infants
Meaningful Speech Gestalt Learning Processing (Ongoing)
Queensland Paediatric Feeding and Swallowing Education (PFASE)
Hanen It Takes Two to Talk
Hanen More Than Words
Lidcombe Program
Nancibell® V/V program
Freda Lee
Senior Speech and Language Therapist
AHPC Full Registration
Masters of Speech and Language Pathology, National University of Singapore (NUS)
Freda Lee brings extensive experience supporting children and teenagers with special needs across public institutions like Rainbow Centre and AWWA Ltd, as well as private paediatric settings. Her work spans individual and group therapy for clients aged 6 months to 18 years.
She specialises in developmental conditions including Global Developmental Delay (GDD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and multiple disabilities. Freda addresses communication, speech, language delays, and complex feeding/swallowing challenges with skill and care.
With a compassionate, child-centred approach, Freda emphasises meaningful engagement and strong family collaboration to build caregiver confidence. She also delivers parent workshops and professional training, including outreach projects in Vietnam for special needs educators.
Certifications and Trainings
Singapore Sign Language (SgSL) Level 1
Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) System 1 (PECS 1) ICT Beginners and
Advanced workshop (Assistive Technology) by Amanda Hartmann
Pragmatically Organized Dynamic Display (PODD) Introductory Workshop More Than Words (The Hanen Center)
Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Approach to Feeding Multi Modal Communication and Learning Strategies for Children Who Face
Significant Challenges (Linda Burkhart)
Routine Based Interview (RBI)
DIR 101: An Introduction to DIR and DIRFloortime
Bjorem Speech: Assessment, Diagnosis, Treatment of Childhood Apraxia of Speech
AHPC Supervisor Training I am a Clinical Educator (ICE) Training
Entrustable Professional Activities (EPA) Training
Megan Wallace
Early Intervention Teacher
Diploma in Early Childhood Studies
Advanced Diploma in Inclusive Education
Currently getting Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Education Studies
Megan is a passionate and dedicated Early Intervention Teacher who is committed to helping young learners achieve their full potential. With a deep understanding of child development and a warm, compassionate approach, Megan works closely with students who may require extra support during their early educational journey. Megan prides herself on developing personalised learning strategies that focus on each child's unique needs, helping to build foundational skills in areas such as literacy, numeracy, communication, and social-emotional development. Megan is skilled in creating a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where every child feels supported and empowered.
Megan is currently studying to receive her Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Education Studies and is continually and has extensive experience with working with children in a variety of settings. Her goal is to foster a love for learning in each of her students, helping them build the confidence and skills that will serve as the foundation for their future success.
Calista Ng
Senior Occupational Therapist (Locum)
AHPC Full Registration
Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Occupational Therapy Practice (La Trobe University)
Calista is a gentle and warm practitioner who specialises in Paediatric Occupational Therapy. She was trained as an Occupational Therapist in Melbourne, Australia where she spent 2 years working in Glenroy Specialist School before moving to Singapore. Since then, Calista has accrued experience working with clients of varying ages in the home, in schools, and within therapy centres.
Calista is experienced in providing intervention for clients of various developmental disorders such as Cerebral Palsy, ASD, Sensory Processing Disorders, ADHD, GDD, Down syndrome, as well as complex genetic conditions such as Angelman Syndrome and Rett syndrome. She is also experienced in assessment and recommendation/prescription of assistive devices such as complex wheelchair prescription and switches.
Calista is passionate about neurodiversity affirming care, and adopts a collaborative approach in her practice. Calista believes that children do well if they can, and her role as an OT is to help bridge the gap between the child's current skills and the expectations they have to meet.
Certifications and Trainings
USC Sensory Integration Continuing Education Certificate Program
Collaborative and Proactive Solutions by Dr Ross Greene
Co-Regulation & Sensory Safety: The Foundation of Successful Participation by Kelly Mahler