CONSULTANTS

MA in Counseling Psychology

Partners may drift—not because love has disappeared, but because pain has built walls around it. Old wounds awaken protectors that push, pull, or retreat, leaving words sharp and silence heavy. Yet beneath those defenses rests a tender longing to be seen, heard, and held. Abbey warmly invites couples into a space of compassion and clarity, where each partner’s inner experience is honored. With gentle, trauma-informed guidance, she helps explore both protective and hurting parts, fostering safety and rebuilding trust. Together, couples discover how vulnerability can be met with kindness, attachment wounds soothed, and intimacy deepened. With practical tools to repair ruptures and strengthen connection, Abbey walks alongside couples who may be holding on, letting go, or seeking a way forward.

Aina works with the various concerns of young adults, adolescents and children. In her practice, she employs eclectic techniques anchoring on a person-centered approach.

Alex is a psychologist who practices from a trauma-informed and integrative perspective, drawing from psychodynamic, Rogerian, somatic, and cognitive-behavioral approaches. She strives to create a warm, collaborative space where clients feel safe exploring their emotions, experiences, and relationship patterns. Alex holds certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and substance use interventions. She works primarily with adults and young professionals navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, life transitions, relationship challenges, substance-related concerns, and the lasting impact of family trauma or narcissistic abuse. Alex values curiosity, compassion, and self-understanding in the therapeutic process, and aims to support clients in developing emotional resilience, deeper insight, and healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.

Master in Counseling Psychology

My name is Angel. I have an eclectic approach to therapy, using elements from Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and the Psychodynamic and Humanistic approaches. I mostly work with emerging adults and young adults who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflict, or may be undergoing a traumatic event. In my sessions, I focus on helping my clients foster a deeper understanding of their selves and how previous experiences can influence the present.

MA in Counseling Psychology

Angelique is a graduate of Counseling Psychology from Ateneo de Manila University, and a current PhD candidate in Clinical Psychology. She holds a certification in Mindfulness (from Centre of Mindfulness Studies) and Traumatic Stress Studies (from The Trauma Research Foundation). She is a feminist and an advocate of gender equality and inclusivity. In her therapy, she wishes to provide a safe and empowering space for people.

Ardee journeys with children, adolescents, and young adults, both neurotypical and neurodivergent, who are experiencing anxiety, mood, obsessive-compulsive, and trauma-related concerns. She handles cases undergoing: (a) relational issues such as family dynamics & friendships, (b) existential matters such as meaning-making over one’s identity & life, and (c) specific concerns such as perfectionism & childhood trauma. Guided by both Psychodynamic and Developmental Psychopathology frameworks, she approaches her practice through a mix of relational dynamics and collaborative meaning-making lens using Internal Family Systems, Emotion-Focused, Existential, & Trauma-informed modalities in hopes her clients better understand their inner emotional world that subsequently help resolve intra/interpersonal matters. Believing in the therapeutic power of play, she also conducts Child-Directed Play Therapy to her child clients.

Bianca embraces an eclectic approach to therapy, integrating a range of modalities to meet each client’s unique needs and preferences. Guided by a commitment to lifelong learning, she has pursued training in interpersonal psychotherapy, narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based practices. 

In her work with adult clients, Bianca collaboratively addresses challenges related to productivity, anxiety, grief, and relationships. She is dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive environment where clients can openly explore their concerns, cultivate resilience, and move toward meaningful growth. Her practice is grounded in the belief that therapy should alleviate distress while enhancing overall quality of life, empowering clients to live with greater clarity, balance, and fulfillment.

Chantal is a licensed psychologist who believes therapy should feel like a safe space—one where you can pause, reflect, and be understood without judgment. She takes an integrative, client-centered approach, drawing from Gestalt, psychodynamic, and person-centered therapies to meet each client where they are. She holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology and works primarily with adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship concerns. With her calm and grounded presence, Chantal gently supports people in making sense of their experiences and reconnecting with themselves. As a mother of two, she understands the demands of daily life and creates a space that feels supportive and understanding.

Master in Developmental Psychology

Chanty is dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming space in her sessions, where clients feel genuinely heard and understood. She focuses on building strong, trusting relationships, ensuring her clients feel supported as they navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, life transitions, adjustment issues, and working through past emotional wounds. Chanty works with children, adolescents, and young adults. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Humanistic approaches, with special interest in Child-Centered Play Therapy, Contemporary Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Mindfulness-Based Therapy. She also offers support to those adjusting to city life, especially individuals from outside Metro Manila.

Cha is a licensed psychologist who has worked with children, adolescent, and adult abuse and trauma survivors by providing an integrative or holistic approach to therapy. She uses client-centered approach as her foundation while drawing on psychodynamic, behavioral, and cognitive therapies to tailor-fit clients needs. She also involves and advises family members when appropriate.

Master in Counseling Psychology

Tina completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Cum Laude) with a minor in Development Management from the Ateneo de Manila University, where she also obtained her Master’s in Counseling Psychology. Currently, Tina is the Program Officer for Research and Development at Ateneo CORD and an entry-level consultant at the Ateneo Bulatao Center. She placed Top 6 in the Licensure Examinations for Psychologists last August 2024. Her research interests include workplace well-being, burnout, compassion fatigue, trauma, and anxiety, among others.

Master in Counseling Psychology

Using a Psychodynamic framework, I try to help clients make sense of themselves through past experiences as well as present relationships they are in. Drawing as well from mindfulness-based practices, trauma-informed interventions, as well as tools & techniques I continue to learn along the way, I’m interested in helping the client better navigate their present situations with a stronger understanding of themselves. I firmly believe that the better we know ourselves, the better we are able to navigate challenges and make the changes towards a more satisfying lifestyle. I lean more towards working with young adults and late teens who struggle with identity-related issues, decision-making dilemmas, relationship difficulties, and symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress. I’m eager to work together and hope to be able to guide you through a meaningful journey.

D specializes in a compassionate and insightful approach to therapy, dedicated to supporting adults as they navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, motivation, identity formation, and relational challenges. His practice is deeply rooted in examining relational dynamics and attachment patterns, understanding how these foundational experiences can contribute to ongoing stressors in a client's life. By exploring these areas, D helps clients uncover the roots of their difficulties. He is a collaborative partner in each individual's healing journey, drawing upon an eclectic therapeutic framework. This comprehensive approach thoughtfully integrates humanistic principles, psychodynamic theory, mindfulness practices, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and trauma-informed care to foster holistic well-being and lasting change.

MS in Psychology

England primarily works with young adults facing mood disorders, anxiety disorders, stress, and existential concerns. He employs a range of therapeutic techniques, including cognitive-behavioral methods, mindfulness practices, hypnotherapy, as well as humanistic, existential, dialogical, and creative approaches, tailoring his interventions to each client’s needs and readiness. England approaches clinical psychology and psychotherapy through a critical lens.

MA in Counseling Psychology

Hi, I am Gary Faustino. I am one of the older counselors in Bulatao Center. The segment of society I prefer when it comes to individual psychotherapy are adults (18 years old and above). Being a married person myself with five children and three grandchildren, I also deal with couples, marital, and family therapy. If you have spiritual needs that you want addressed in the session together with the psychological side, I can do that for you as additional input or perspective upon your request. I worked with a lay charismatic community for 20 years and I am an associate in the Center for Ignatian Spirituality. My psychotherapeutic approach in terms of techniques and frameworks is primarily ‘eclectic,’ or ‘integrated’ in present terminology.

Erika holds an MA in Developmental Psychology, which informs her integrative approach to psychotherapy with children, adolescents, and adults. She journeys with clients who are navigating life transitions, relationship and family concerns, anger management, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Drawing on her knowledge of human development and counseling psychology, Erika also tailors her therapeutic approach to each client's unique context and needs, primarily using tools from interpersonal therapy, internal family systems, trauma-informed therapy, narrative therapy, and child-led play therapy. As an advocate for systemic interventions and overall well-being, Erika also offers parent coaching and parenting sessions for the caregivers of her minor clients and proactively collaborates with schools and other health professionals to support her clients.

MA in Counseling Psychology

Gil journeys with young adults navigating emotional difficulties, existential concerns, trauma-related, and/or gender or sexuality-related concerns. Her approach is primarily client-centered, meaning she focuses on creating a safe space where clients can explore their feelings and experiences. Alongside this, she integrates narrative, dialogical, and internal family systems approaches to help clients make sense of their stories and relationships, both within themselves and with others. Gil is currently enrolled in a Certificate Program in Traumatic Stress Studies by the Trauma Research Foundation, furthering her expertise in trauma-informed care to support her clients on their healing journeys.

Hi, I am Guts, a human person who happens to be a clinical psychologist as well. I’ve spent my recent years doing counseling, psychological assessment, and learning about life in general. I love incorporating Gestalt and psychodynamic principles in my therapy sessions. I am a certified hypnotherapist, specialist in clinical psychology, assessment psychology, and counseling psychology. I am confident in dealing with adult and adolescent clients with any form of psychological conflict. I know life can be challenging sometimes, but you know what? we’ll figure it out together!

MA in Counseling Psychology

Ivy works with individuals experiencing symptoms of mood disorders as well as people with adverse childhood experiences. She uses psychodynamic framework, putting emphasis on a deeper understanding of the self, alongside trauma-informed approach.

Master in Counseling Psychology

Jecka works with adults who have issues with work or academics, relationships, and symptoms of anxiety and depression – using an eclectic approach depending on client cases. She is also trained in the Solution-Focused Therapy approach.

Clinical Psychology (Cand.)

JB has been working with adolescent and adult clients who have depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, adjustment and trauma-related concerns. He applies an integration of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, person-centred and narrative approaches. He also utilizes a trauma-informed approach in handling trauma-related cases.

Joanne specializes in helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, and trauma. She prioritizes creating a warm, safe, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard and supported. Using an integrative approach that combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, psychodynamic, and solution-focused techniques, she tailors her approach to meet each client’s unique needs. Joanne works with adolescents and adults, guiding them toward a more balanced, authentic, and joyful life. She views therapy as a collaborative journey of healing and self-discovery.

In addition to her psychotherapy practice, Joanne is trained as a Crisis Line responder, deepening her capacity to provide calm, compassionate support during her clients’ most difficult moments.

PhD in Psychology (Cand.)

Joey works with clients who have depression and anxiety, and with those who are experiencing relational and transitional challenges. She is trained in cognitive, psychodynamic, and systemic approaches and her interests are in self-compassion, personal growth, and family therapy.

Jan works with working-age adults seeking to manage stress, anxiety, depression, and life stage transitions. Jan is also working toward a certification in Animal-Assisted Psychotherapy. 

Master in Counseling Psychology

Jet is passionate about working with young individuals experiencing varied issues such as mood disorders, trauma, and LGBTQIA+ related concerns. His work aims to explore the intersection of mental health disorders and LGBTQIA+ issues.

Master in Counseling Psychology

Juju specializes in working with clients who are part of the athletic population. Although she handles concerns that are sport/athletic and performance-related in nature (including but not limited to emotion regulation, performance anxiety, loss of motivation, injury, transitioning out of sport, and wanting to improve performance), she focuses greatly on the person behind the athlete, tackling concerns that clients have outside of sport (including but not limited to overwhelm and high stress, struggling to focus, and family concerns). She does this by incorporating mental skills training into her therapy sessions, allowing a holistic approach to sport psychology. She uses an eclectic approach in her sessions, taking from Psychodynamic, Mindfulness, Emotion-Focused, Cognitive-Behavioral, Humanistic, Trauma-Informed, Somatic, Narrative, Existential, and other sport psychology modalities to teach mental and emotional skills and assist clients in understanding themselves and their inner workings better to help them resolve concerns and improve performance.

PhD in Clinical Psychology

Cara works with people with anxiety symptomatology and depression, and with those experiencing challenges in motivation and stress. She generally works with school age children, adolescents and adults. Cara is certified in Mindfulness, Trauma, and Narrative Therapy Interventions.

PhD in Clinical Psychology

Kay works with adults, couples, and families struggling with relationship issues and transitions. She is trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, family systems, cognitive and behavioral therapy approaches, and trauma-informed care.

MA in Counseling Psychology

Krisha works with children, adolescents, and young adults who are experiencing school-related difficulties, family-related concerns, trauma, anxiety, and depression. Her therapy work involves trauma-informed approaches, psychodynamically-inclined therapy, and play therapy, providing clients with a safe space to explore themselves.

Hello I’m Leslie! I generally work with young adults and adults experiencing depression, anxiety disorders, grief, trauma, gender and identity related concerns. While my approach to therapy is founded on the principles of the person-centered approach, I am generally eclectic and frequently incorporate different concepts and methods from cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavior, mindfulness, and psychodynamic theories. I am also a big believer on the importance of movement and expression in the processing of emotions – arts (visual, music, literary) and bodily movements (sports, exercise) are things that I have found to be vital in my personal life and are techniques that I aim to incorporate in my work with clients.

Ly works with a diverse range of individuals across various developmental stages, including teens, emerging adults, and older adults. She supports neurodivergent individuals—specifically those navigating ADHD and Autism—while also assisting individuals facing emotional difficulties, complex life transitions, and interpersonal challenges.

Ly prioritizes cultivating a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship, ensuring that therapy is tailored to an individual's unique needs, preferences, and long-term goals. Her eclectic practice draws from evidence-based frameworks such as neurodivergent-affirming care, Internal Family Systems (IFS), psychodynamic theory, and trauma-informed approaches. Above all, Ly operates from a strengths-based perspective, firmly believing that every individual possesses the internal resources and innate capacity necessary for profound healing and personal growth.

Laurie is a registered psychologist in the Philippines and Singapore whose work spans a range of human experiences: from the challenges of stress, emotional regulation, and life transitions, to the deeper questions of identity, meaning, and thriving.

Drawing from Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Hypnotherapy, Schema Therapy, and over a decade of practice, she supports individuals across diverse contexts including those managing anxiety or mood difficulties, parents navigating their child's adolescence, professionals pursuing peak performance, and anyone standing at crossroads wondering who they are and what matters most.

Her practice is grounded in the belief that psychology is not only a tool for healing, it is also a map for living well, offering a thoughtful, science-grounded space to do that work.

Merimee Tampus-Siena is a dedicated practitioner whose work centers on providing comprehensive support to individuals navigating documented mental health concerns. Her commitment is deeply rooted in suicide recovery advocacy, where she offers clients a critical space for profound healing, cultivating resilience, and discovering renewed purpose and meaning in their lives. Merimee distinguishes her practice by seamlessly integrating principles from positive psychology and strengths-based approaches. This methodology is designed to actively help clients reconnect with their inherent inner resources and personal strengths, empowering them as they skillfully navigate various life challenges and transitions. She believes that therapy must be a deeply personalized process, thus she meticulously tailors each therapeutic experience to the unique needs of her clients, consistently balancing rigorous, evidence-based care with essential elements of empathy, creativity, and a profound respect for the transformative human capacity to grow and adapt.

MA in Counseling Psychology

Mibo Borres adopts an eclectic approach to therapy by combining different therapeutic approaches such as Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Internal Family Systems, among many others. He works with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, suicidality, and traumatic life events. With a deep understanding of gender-related concerns, he also works with transgender individuals and those exploring their gender identity

Mika anchors her approach in creating a sense of safety and stability while working collaboratively with adult clients. She helps individuals navigate psychological challenges, emotional distress, relational difficulties, and life transitions. She also supports those coping with the impact of traumatic life experiences. Within the therapeutic space, Mika works with clients to identify and move toward realistic, meaningful goals. This may involve articulating solutions to problems, improving interpersonal connection, addressing emotional and relational patterns, or overcoming personal and sociocultural barriers. Grounded in a psychodynamic orientation and informed by an existential-humanistic perspective, Mika emphasizes a deepened self-understanding and fosters each client’s capacity for inner wholeness and growth.

Reginald Paul R. Centeno, RPsy is a psychologist who practices an integrative and trauma-informed approach to psychotherapy. His therapeutic work draws from psychodynamic and mindfulness-based perspectives, while incorporating evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT). He works with adolescents and adults experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma-related difficulties, relationship issues, identity exploration, and life transitions. Reginald is also involved in mentoring and training emerging mental health practitioners. Through his work with the Ateneo Bulatao Center for Psychological Services, he aims to create a reflective, compassionate, and collaborative therapeutic space where clients can better understand their experiences and move toward meaningful and sustainable change.

Riza, as she is commonly called, has been practicing since 1998, beginning with play therapy under the mentorship of Dr. Honey Carandang. She slowly expanded her practice to adolescents and eventually with adults. With her expanding clientele, Riza continued to learn other approaches to suit her clients' needs such as Jungian, Narrative, IFS, DBT, and CBT. However, Riza remains faithful to psychodynamic-Rogerian approach, believing that clients who are supported to be vulnerable and open can be introspective, reflective, and safe. This leads them to find their inner wisdom and self-compassion towards resolution for their healing and growth.

Riza is married and has 3 young adult children.

Sop follows an integrated approach to psychological practice, using a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and psychodynamic techniques to meet the specific needs of each individual. She supports emerging adults in finding balance during the most challenging transitions of their lives and professionals in high-pressure careers. Sop’s expertise is grounded in formal CBT training from the Beck Institute and extensive experience in mood and anxiety disorders. She is also a mental health advocate for the Chinese-Filipino community, making sure every person feels understood and empowered to face their challenges. She also facilitates community resilience programs and manages the free psychological services through the Ateneo Bulatao Center. 

 Board Member of the Philippine Association for Child and Play Therapy, a Neurolinguistic Programming Practitioner, and a CranioSacral Therapist. As a Play Therapist, he developed “BATA”, a protocol of play-based sensorimotor activities for facilitating basic communication and social skills of children with developmental delays. The method had been presented at the Philippine Psychiatric Association Annual Convention in 1991, at the Guam Association of Social Workers Annual Convention in 1992, and at the Psychological Association of the Philippines Annual Convention in 2011. As a Trauma Therapist, he designed and conducted a training program and guideline for trauma counselors/therapists to facilitate the process of recovery of victims of traumatic incidents. He has been a trainor since 1977 in Team Building Workshops and a Psychotherapist since 1984.  He helps children with developmental delays, behavioral and emotional problems as well as adolescents and adults with phobias, depression, trauma, multiple personalities, existential problems and relationship issues and concerns. He also coaches clients on stress management and clients who experience spiritual emergencies and/or psychic experiences. He served as the Clinical Services Coordinator of the Ateneo Wellness Center where he trained graduate students from the Ateneo de Manila University’s Department of Psychology in group play therapy and served as a mentor to the Junior Psychologists at the Ateneo Wellness Center as well.