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Who we are

Exceptional care, anchored in expertise

B.A.R.E Child & Family Psychological Services exists to make specialist psychology more human, more precise and more accessible. Our standard of quality is anchored in local psychologists — specialised in their fields and seasoned through rigorous UK training and continuous professional development.

We believe healing begins the moment someone feels genuinely understood. That is why we look beyond isolated challenges to the broader systemic picture — the relationships, history and dynamics that shape every individual and family we support.

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Our Mission

To deliver exceptional, evidence-based psychological care that honours each person's full story — pairing clinical rigour with genuine compassion.

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Our Vision

A world where children, parents and families can open the door to healing — supported by specialists who see beyond the surface to what truly matters.

What guides us

The values behind our care

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Compassion

We meet every person with warmth, respect and a commitment to truly listen.

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Clinical Rigour

Evidence-based methods and UK-trained expertise underpin everything we do.

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Integrity

Honest, ethical and transparent practice in every assessment and report.

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Responsiveness

Rapid turnaround without ever compromising clinical accuracy.

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Systemic Insight

We understand challenges in the context of the whole family system.

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Growth

Continuous development keeps our specialists at the leading edge of practice.

Our specialists

A close-knit team of psychologists

We build close professional relationships with our psychologists — so we can match the right expert to every case with speed and precision.

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Dr. Parandaman Thechanamurthi

Consultant Forensic & Counselling Psychologist

Chartered Forensic Psychologist and Associate Fellow of the BPS, specialising in trauma-informed care and court work.

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Ms. Thivya Lakshmi Tamilvanan

Psychologist

Compassionate, evidence-based assessment and therapy for children, young people and families.

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Dr Azrin Abdul Rahim

Consultant Family Therapist

A safe, non-judgemental space for individuals, adolescents and families to explore, heal and move forward.

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Ms. Greeshma Chandran

Forensic Psychologist

Trauma-informed and forensic practice with adolescents and adults, balancing therapeutic engagement with risk awareness.

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Mr. Ivan Tan

Senior Social Worker & Family Coach

A multidisciplinary coach supporting youths and young adults with identity, emotional resilience and meaning.

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Mr. Shyon Loo

Consultant Clinical Psychologist

Singapore Registered Psychologist with international training across Singapore, the UK and USA, specialising in complex and developmental trauma, forensic and clinical psychology. Neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ friendly.

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Meet our clinical associates →

Let's start with understanding

Reach out for a confidential conversation about how we can support you, your family or your case.