Child Psychologist Singapore & Play Therapy | Nightingale Pediatrics
Child & Family Therapy • Novena

Healing Through Connection.

We don't just treat "symptoms." We support the whole child and the family system. From Play Therapy for the little ones to counseling for teens facing exam stress.

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Our Therapy Services

Evidence-based interventions tailored to your child's developmental stage.

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Child Play Therapy

Ages 3 - 11

Children communicate through play, not words. We use Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) to help them process big emotions, trauma, and anxiety in a safe space.

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Adolescent Counseling

Ages 12 - 18

Teens need a neutral, non-judgmental adult. We support adolescents navigating school refusal, PSLE/IB stress, body image, and peer conflict.

Parenting Support

Parents & Couples

Parenting a neurodivergent child is exhausting. We offer sessions to help you manage your own stress, decode your child's behavior, and restore calm at home.

Meet Our Therapists

Senior Psychologists and Psychotherapists with deep expertise in family systems and bonding.

Dr Amy Reale

Dr. Amy Reale

Clinical Psychologist

Specialist in Parent-Child Attachment and Peri-natal Mental Health. Helps families rebuild connection after diagnosis.

Dr Clare Ong

Dr. Clare Ong

Senior Consultant

Expert in school-related anxiety and learning motivation. Certified in Choice Theory Reality Therapy (CTRT).

Dr Alicia Pon

Dr. Alicia Pon

Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist

PhD in Social Work. Registered Play Therapist & Supervisor (RPT-S). Expert in Somatic Experiencing™.

Therapy FAQ

Common questions from Singapore parents.

Do you help with school refusal and exam anxiety?

Yes. School refusal and exam stress (PSLE/O-Levels/IB) are among the most common issues we treat. We use a combination of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and family systems work to help the child return to school confidently and manage performance pressure.

Do I sit in on my child's therapy session?

For young children (under 6) or specific attachment work, parents are often involved in the room. For adolescents, we prioritize their privacy to build trust, but we always schedule separate feedback sessions with parents to keep you informed and equipped.

How long does therapy take?

Psychotherapy is not a quick fix. While some specific issues (like simple phobias) may resolve in 8-12 sessions, deep-seated anxiety, neurodivergent burnout, or behavioral challenges often require ongoing support over 6 months or more to create lasting neural change.

Do you offer online therapy?

Yes. While Play Therapy is best done in-person at our Novena clinic, Adolescent Counseling and Parenting Support sessions are highly effective via secure video calls, offering flexibility for busy families.