Meet the Team

  • Yvonne Yap

    Founder
    Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
    Masters in Child and Adolescent Psychology

    Yvonne Yap works with children, adolescent and adults with autism, intellectual disability, behavioral disorder and related disorders. She began working in 2006 with individuals diagnosed with the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

    She graduated with her Master's Degree in Arts in Child and Adolescent Psychology with an emphasis in Family Systems at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2012. Prior to this she completed her bachelors studies at Bemidji State University (Minnesota) in Psychology in 2008.

    Yvonne also completed the Applied Behavior Analysis Advanced Series with Florida Institute of Technology along with 1500 clinical supervised hours followed by gaining the BCBA certification in 2015.

    She has worked effectively with individuals in clinics, schools, adult day programs and in-home based settings.

  • Hina Meghani

    Qualified Behavior Analyst (QBA)
    Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis

    Hina is a Qualified Behavior Analyst (QBA) and holds a master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). She has 8 years of experience working with children aged 2 to 5 years old with ASD, ADHD and other developmental delays. She has worked in variety of settings like clinic, schools, nurseries and home based.

    Her area of expertise is applying skill acquisition plans and behavior reduction plans. She is really passionate about working with children of different abilities and exploring various learning opportunities. She loves to celebrate children’s individuality and works towards acceptance and inclusion.

  • Ranna Ali

    Speech and Language Pathologist

    Ranna Ali is a licensed Speech Therapist specializing in childhood speech and language development. She earned her degree from the National Institute of Speech and Hearing, India. She has extensive experience in both clinic and special school settings, Ranna has developed her skills in diagnosing and treating a range of conditions, including communication skills, speech sound issues, language delays, stuttering, and voice disorders. Her certificate in Oral Placement Therapy technique helps her to improve oral sensory and feeding issues in her students.

    Ranna is passionate about making therapy fun and engaging for her students, using a variety of games and interactive activities to keep them motivated and excited about learning.

    In her practice, Ranna creates personalized therapy plans tailored to each child's unique needs and abilities. She works closely with families and teachers to provide guidance on supporting their child's development at home and school, ensuring continuity of care and progress outside of therapy sessions. Ranna also values open communication with parents, providing regular updates and discussing any concerns they may have.

  • Anna Praveen

    Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
    Master's in Clinical Psychology

    Anna has more than 5 years of Professional experience in the field of Applied Behavioral Analysis as well as Clinical Psychology.

    A strong background in both individual and group therapy has made her adept at assessments, interventions, evaluation, and ABA techniques. She has experience supporting individuals and their families across the age group of 2- 18 years old. Anna specializes in early intervention and child development.

    She has also worked in autism centers, clinics, homes and schools which broadened her clinical knowledge in a variety of settings for generalisation.

  • Sania Muhammad

    Behavior Therapist
    Bachelors in Psychology with Counseling Skills

    Sania has 5 years of experience working with neurodivergent children. She has experience in ABA sessions in different schools with transition classrooms, and centers with children aged 02 – 16 years old with Autism and other related disorders. She has worked with children with intellectual disabilities, ADHD, OCD, and other behavioral challenges in American School of Creative Science Nad Al Sheba and Al Ittihad Private School, and was also the Inclusivity Champion at Mawaheb.

    Sania graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Middlesex University Dubai. She is well-versed in Behavior Analytic Skills and Psychology and has won several accolades, including the first prize in the Student Research Conference at her university. She is also certified from John Hopkins University in providing Psychological First Aid.

  • Zahra Jamal

    Registered Behavior Therapist (RBT)

    Zahra graduated with a BDS from the University of Karachi with a certificate as a Special Education Needs Coordinator. She then worked in a nursery assisting with students of determination and completed her ABA training.

    Zahra has been an educator since 2015 and continues to be passionate and committed in teaching her students to reach their full potential. She helped children develop learning skills (verbal, written, numeric) through fun lessons and interesting activities, encouraging creativity, independent thoughts, and expression. Zahra uses her skills in understanding the curriculum and Behavior Analytic skills to assist students in learning using efficient strategies.

  • Mia Hayek

    Behavior Therapist

    Mia is a Psychology graduate with a strong foundation in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and behavioral skills, built through intensive research and hands-on experience gained during her internships. She has actively worked with children on programs focused on improving communication, social skills, and daily living tasks, using evidence-based ABA techniques. 

    Throughout her academic journey, she has developed a deep understanding of how to support and enhance the development of children with diverse needs.Mia is particularly passionate about working with children and their families, striving to improve their quality of life through scientifically proven approaches. She applies her expertise to promote measurable improvements in children's developmental outcomes.

    Mia is driven by a dedication to fostering positive change, helping children achieve their full potential through interventions tailored to each child's unique needs in a structured, supportive environment.