Andy Leach

Andy Leach is a qualified and highly experienced addiction psychotherapist.  His initial training was in psychodynamic therapy, and the skills he now employs with his clients are person-centred.  He works with an all addictions model and has a passion for helping clients identify and achieve goals for addiction-free lives.  Therapeutic techniques that he employs are CBT, the Minnesota Model, DBT, Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-informed therapy.

Andy enjoys delivering group therapy as well as individual therapy.  He delivers Psycho-education groups as well as Yalom style process groups.  In his capacity as Director of Addiction Services for Visions by Promises, he has created & set up the Intensive Outpatient Program.  Before joining Visions by Promises, he was Clinical Lead for the Cabin Group in Asia.

Gowri Thamotharan

As an Addictions Therapist, Gowri is passionate about guiding her clients through life’s challenges and helping them transition to healthier and more fulfilling lives. Her approach is defined by warmth and empathy, providing a non-judgmental and safe space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Gowri finds deep gratification in creating a mutually beneficial therapeutic experience that fosters exploration, learning, and reflection for both therapist and client. She holds a Masters in Counselling from Monash University, Australia, and is registered with the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC).

Mara Hubana

Mara is a qualified psychotherapist who specializes in providing support to partners of individuals dealing with addiction. She strongly believes that addiction affects not only the person struggling with substance or behaviour abuse but also the family members. Mara believes that participating in partner therapy can be vital in mending and supporting relationships affected by addiction.

Mara has a Master of Counselling (Advanced Family Therapy) from Swinburne University, Australia. She uses an integrative approach to therapy, which includes the Personal-Centered Approach, Psychodynamic, Systemic, and Structural Family Therapy, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. Her goal is to help committed couples restore their relationship that has been affected by significant issues such as affairs, trauma, and addictions.

Mara is originally from Argentina and has over 20 years of experience working in international companies. Before moving to Singapore, she worked in Argentina, Brazil, the United Kingdom, and the United States. She gained diverse experience working with cross-cultural teams, managing conflict resolution, and implementing motivational programs. Mara speaks English, Spanish, and Portuguese and supports the LGBTQA+ community.

Andrew da Roza

Andrew da Roza is a qualified addictions psychotherapist who specialises in sex addiction. Andrew practices motivational interviewing, solution-focused brief therapy, and cognitive behavioural therapy to help clients identify their values, goals and strengths to enact positive change in their lives.

Currently, Andrew is Chairman of We Care Community Services, and sits on the Board of the Singapore Anti-Narcotics Association.

Varian Monteiro

Varian Monteiro is a counselling therapist with considerable experience assisting clients with addiction, trauma, and relational challenges. He also assists clients in handling some of life’s toughest decisions. With his client-centered, biopsychosocial approach, Varian continues to lend a compassionate space to his international clientele.

Gaurang Bhatia

Gaurang Bhatia is an experienced counsellor based in Singapore. He provides psychology therapy to adults and adolescents with a wide range of mental health concerns. His specialist interest is in addressing trauma and addictions. Gaurang also works with couples/partners especially in context of betrayal trauma. He also works with LGBTQ clients. As a seasoned meditator, Gaurang incorporates mindfulness in his sessions.

Joachim Lee, PBM

Joachim Lee has over 21 years of clinical experience at social services, and possesses a great many certifications in the science of psychotherapy and hypnotherapy. He treats clients with trauma, emotional distress and addictions with psychotherapy and hypnotherapy. He has been appointed in various committees on the issue of problem gambling.

Alexis Fosler

Alexis is a qualified psychotherapist with a special interest in substance use disorder. She has a Masters in Counselling and a Masters in International Addiction Studies. Alexis has substantial experience in addictions, trauma and eating disorders and is passionate about supporting clients in the early stages of recovery to lead healthy, positive and substance-free lives. She is an active member of the Asia recovery community,

Alexis has worked as a COO and CEO in the financial and wellness space in Asia and as such frequently counsels and mentors those who work in these and other high-pressure environments.

Vikram Nair

Vikram Nair is a dedicated peer support specialist known for his collaborative approach in assisting people facing a spectrum of addiction and mental health challenges. Growing up with Dyslexia and ADHD, Vikram draws wisdom from his own lived experiences with mental health and involvement with 12-step groups.

Beyond his personal journey, Vikram brings a unique perspective to his work, blending his background in medicine to foster engaging and informed conversations. His vision extends beyond sharing personal experiences, aiming to leverage his diverse expertise to meaningfully contribute to the well-being of those he supports.

Passionate about addressing addiction, shame, and trauma within the LGBTQ+ community, Vikram strives to create a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking assistance. Through his combination of personal insight and professional knowledge, Vikram embodies an empathetic, empowering, and holistic approach to peer support.