Understanding Autism in Adulthood

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects communication, social interaction, and behaviour. While often associated with childhood, autism is a lifelong condition that can significantly impact adults. Many adults with autism remain undiagnosed, particularly women, due to factors like masking (camouflaging autistic traits) and gender biases in diagnostic criteria.

Dr. Munidasa Winslow

Dr Munidasa Winslow specialises in addiction and impulse control disorders such as alcohol, substance dependence, gambling, gaming and sexual compulsivity amongst others. He is a pioneer in addiction and impulse control disorders in the Asia-Pacific region.

Before founding Promises, Dr Winslow served as chief of the Addiction Medicine Department at IMH. He played a pioneering role in the setting up of the National Addictions Management Service (NAMS).

Dr. Adrian Loh

Dr Adrian Loh is an experienced psychiatrist with a subspecialty focus in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. He has a special interest in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders and Neurodiversity, expertise in military, occupational and aviation psychiatry and a strong appreciation for the cross-cultural aspects of mental well-being.

Dr. Terry Spokes

Dr Terry Spokes is a highly-experienced clinical psychologist who has worked as a director of a number of addiction treatment services in Europe and Asia. He provides psychological therapy to adults who present with a range of mental health concerns, and has specialist interest in the psychological treatment of addiction, trauma and neuropsychological concerns.

Tan Su-Lynn

Tan Su-Lynn is an educational psychologist with over a decade of experience working with children with special needs during her time at the MOE. Su-Lynn has done much work helping schools to identify and support children with special needs, and consults for schools and parents on learning and behavioural intervention strategies.

Sharmini Winslow

Sharmini’s distinctive background in both the performing arts and counselling has ignited a profound interest in psychodrama. She adeptly leads Personal Growth Groups, skillfully integrating elements of bodywork, role play, and creative arts. Additionally, she maintains a consistent schedule of psychodrama workshops. Notably, her dedication is underscored by her extensive training, comprising over 1000 hours of instruction and practice with the Hudson Valley Psychodrama Institute and AANZPA (Aotearoa Australian and New Zealand Psychodrama Association). Her expertise earned her the recognition of the American Board of Examiners, certifying her as a proficient practitioner of Psychodrama, Sociometry, and Group Psychotherapy. She is also an esteemed member of the American Society of Psychodrama and Group Psychotherapy (ASGPP).

Sharmini’s impactful contributions have left a positive imprint across diverse institutions, ranging from healthcare establishments to correctional centres. Employing a holistic approach, she prioritizes stress alleviation and the cultivation of self-awareness within her clientele. Her workshops and mentorship endeavours stand as testaments to her unwavering commitment to professional development, characterized by her distinctive amalgamation of methodologies. Through her innovative integration of AF-EMDR with Psychodrama, she amplifies her capacity for facilitating profound healing. All in all, Sharmini’s fervent dedication to transformation and healing resonates deeply within her impactful body of work.

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Dr. P. Buvanaswari

Dr Buvana believes in taking a holistic approach to every patient. She is trained in psychodynamic therapy and is experienced in women’s mental health, including perinatal and menopause-related psychiatry. She has also treated teenagers and young adults with emotion regulation difficulties, and has a special interest in helping girls and women with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

Dr. Terence Leong

Dr Terence Leong is a Senior Consultant Psychiatrist who specialises in general adult psychiatry and medical psychiatry, and is respected in the field of forensic psychiatry.

Dr Leong has occupied multiple key roles at the National University Health System, which oversees several hospitals, national speciality centres, and polyclinics. In addition, he was also appointed to be a senior lecturer at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.

Dr. Jacob Rajesh

Dr Jacob Rajesh is a Senior Consultant Psychiatrist experienced in general adult psychiatry and forensic psychiatry.

Dr Rajesh’s professional experience spans three countries. Early in his career, in India, he lectured in the Department of Psychiatry at the Christian Medical College. In the UK, he was largely a consultant psychiatrist while carrying out forensic work at mental health trusts. Finally, in Singapore, he was appointed assistant adjunct professor at the Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School and Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.