My work is deeply shaped by who I am and the spaces I’ve moved through.
I identify as a biracial woman and feel most connected to my Indian heritage. Much of my life has involved navigating the complexities of these intersecting identities – the quiet negotiations, the tensions, and the ways we learn to make sense of ourselves within systems that don’t always fully hold us.
I approach my work through a feminist, intersectional, and anti-oppressive lens. I’m constantly thinking about how systems – like culture, family structures, race, gender, and societal expectations – shape our experiences of ourselves and the world. At the same time, I recognise that I also hold certain privileges, and part of my work is an ongoing process of reflection, unlearning, and accountability.
Outside the therapy space, I’ve worked closely with survivors of gender-based violence, as well as with refugee and migrant communities through my work as a social worker at Women’s Aid Organisation (WAO). These experiences have shaped my understanding of both individual pain and the broader systems that hold it in place.
I became a therapist because I’ve always been drawn to people’s stories – the parts that are spoken, and the parts that are harder to put into words. What I find most meaningful about this work is being able to sit with someone in those moments, and to witness the ways they make sense of themselves, their pain, and their growth.
Much of what I’ve learned about being human has come from my clients – their resilience, their honesty, and their ability to keep showing up even when things feel difficult. I’m particularly passionate about working with individuals navigating trauma, identity, relationships, and emotional overwhelm, especially within contexts shaped by culture, family, and systemic expectations.
At the heart of it, I’m here to support you in understanding yourself more deeply, and in building a life that feels more intentional and true to you.
My Approach to Therapy
I tend to approach therapy in a way that feels very human.
For me, that means creating a space where you can show up as you are – without pressure, judgement, or the need to have everything figured out. I don’t see therapy as something rigid or overly clinical, but as a collaborative process where we work together to understand your experiences and what they mean to you.
While I was formally trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), I draw from a range of approaches in my work. I am also currently deepening my practice through training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and the ReFlex Method under the guidance of Dr Daniel Seal.
I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all model – instead, I tailor sessions depending on what feels most helpful and relevant to you. My work is grounded in relational, feminist,
trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive frameworks. This means I pay attention not just to what you’re feeling, but also to the contexts shaping those feelings – your relationships, your past experiences, your identity, and the systems around you. I take a culturally sensitive approach, and aim to create a space that feels safe and inclusive of all identities and lived experiences.
In our sessions, we’ll work together to understand what’s been shaping you – your past experiences, your relationships, and the way you’ve learned to navigate the world.
Sometimes that might mean unpacking patterns, building skills, or reconnecting with your values. Other times, it might just be about having a space where you can slow down and talk things through without feeling rushed or judged.
I tend to meet you where you’re at – I can be direct when needed, sit with you in the messiness of things, or even bring in a bit of humour when it feels appropriate. There isn’t one “right” way to do therapy, so we figure out what works best for you, together.
A big part of my work focuses on self-understanding and empowerment – supporting you in making sense of your experiences and moving towards a life that feels more intentional and aligned with who you are
At its core, I see therapy as two people coming together, each bringing their own story into the room. Your story, told in your own way, guides the work we do together. My role is to hold that space with care, curiosity, and compassion, while gently supporting you in moving towards a life that feels more aligned with who you are.
My Experience
My background spans both clinical psychology and community-based work.
I have worked extensively in social work settings with survivors of sexual and gender-based violence with refugee, migrant, and local communities. This has involved working across multiple systems and stakeholders, while supporting clients in navigating these spaces and making sense of their experiences within often complex and overwhelming contexts.
I’ve also worked within community mental health settings at HumanKind, where my work included trauma-focused therapy, expressive arts interventions, and working with diverse and marginalised populations.
Alongside my clinical work, I am currently in the process of publishing my Master’s research, which explores how Malaysian Indian women make sense of their experiences of sexual trauma. I am currently translating this work into community-based interventions and spaces that are culturally grounded and accessible.
Across all of this, my work continues to be shaped by a commitment to trauma-informed care, social justice, and supporting individuals in reclaiming their voice, agency, and sense of self. Throughout my career, community-based work has been a steady source of grounding and purpose, and continues to shape both how I understand this work and how I show up in it.
Qualifications
I completed my Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) at Taylor’s University. After gaining work experience in the field, I went on to pursue my Master’s in Clinical Psychology at HELP University.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with:
- Malaysian Allied Health Professions Council (MAHPC): MAHPC(CP)00817
- Malaysian Society of Clinical Psychology (MSCP): CP1-0615
