THE EXECUTIVE


Below are the names of the current governing force behind TTAP - The Executive. 

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For the Psychological Advancement of Trinidad & Tobago

President


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Kelly McFarlane

Kelly Mc Farlane is a mental health practitioner, educator, and corporate consultant with qualifications in Clinical Psychology, Organisational Psychiatry & Psychology, Coaching, and Occupational Testing. She achieved her specialised training at universities in the USA, Trinidad and England, and recently received Chartered membership to the British Psychological Society. She holds additional certification from the Beck Institute, Gottman Institute, US embassy, International Psychotherapy Institute, Franciscan Institute and other accredited bodies in the treatment of trauma and other psychological afflictions. As a psychologist, EMCC (European Mentoring and Coaching Council) certified Organisational Coach, and a licensed Occupational Test Administrator, her vast experience ranges from behind prison walls, to psychiatric hospitals, universities, children’s homes, medical facilities, the corporate landscape and private practice. Ms. Mc Farlane currently treats persons with mental health-related challenges at Human Insights Company Limited and conducts numerous training programs for organisations and small teams. A passionate advocate, Ms. Mc Farlane has, and continues to lecture at universities in and out of Trinidad and Tobago, and continues to spread awareness about mental health through various media platforms.


Immediate Past President


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Charles JP Collier
M.A. Clinical and Community Psychology
Position held from: 2023

Mr. Collier is a clinical and community psychologist who has worked with adolescents and adults for over 20 years, both as a direct provider and as a creator and coordinator of community-based programs. His principal focus is domestic violence prevention and intervention, which has led to his engagement with such related issues as men’s development, addiction and recovery, and trauma. Mr. Collier earned his degrees in Atlanta, Georgia – his Bachelor’s at Morehouse College and his Master's at Georgia State University. He currently operates a private therapy practice and consults as a counsellor with Families in Action. He is deeply committed to improving the quality and accessibility of mental health care in Trinidad and Tobago, and to ending the cycle of domestic violence in our nation.


President Elect


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Victoria Siewnarine-Geelalsingh
M.Sc. Clinical Psychology
Position held from: 2024

Victoria Siewnarine-Geelalsingh, M.Sc. is a practicing Clinical Psychologist. In addition to her Bachelor's and Master's Degrees which she attained from the University of the West Indies, she has earned certificates by Accredited Universities in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom in the areas of Child Psychology, Resilience, Psychological First Aide and Child Nutrition. She specializes in treating anxiety, mood and behavioural disorders, adjustment disorders, relationship challenges, suicidality, victims of domestic and sexual abuse and psychosis. She also does work in crisis management, trauma treatment, secondary trauma treatment, parenting skills training, parenting workshops, leadership workshops, psychoeducational seminars and stress management skills. She has been delivering these services both in person and virtually. Victoria Siewnarine-Geelalsingh has been a member of the Trinidad and Tobago Association of Psychologists (TTAP) since 2013 and is currently the President Elect of The Association which she has represented on several occasion on various media platforms. This is her third term of service on TTAP’s Executive Board. In addition, Victoria Siewnarine-Geelalsingh avidly partners professionally with other Organizations, NGOs, and media houses to further the work of Mental Health Awareness and Treatment throughout Trinidad and Tobago.


Secretary


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Asha Langdon
MSc. Counselling Psychology
Position held from: 2024
Email: [email protected]

With over a decade of experience in both Trinidad and Jamaica, I am a Counselling Psychologist dedicated to the transformative impact of psychotherapy. I work with a diverse clientele, including children, teens, families, young adults, and adults, tailoring therapeutic approaches to meet each client’s unique needs.
I am passionate about the power of continuous professional learning and standards-informed practice in radically enhancing the quality of clinical care. A significant focus of my work is supporting educators, school leaders, parents, and students as they navigate the demands of their respective roles.
Currently, I provide counselling and assessment services in various educational institutions and through private practice. My academic background and training include: Postgraduate Training in Counselling Psychology, Clinical Assessments for both children and adults, Crisis Intervention strategies, Traumatology techniques, and Play Therapy approaches. I believe in the capacity of psychotherapy to positively reshape lives and am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to each individual I serve.


Assistant Secretary


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Lara Baden-Semper
M.Sc. Clinical Psychology / BCN
Position held from: 2024
Email: [email protected]

Lara has a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of the West Indies, and has been practising neurofeedback and psychotherapy in private practice from Trinidad and Tobago for past fourteen years. As a certified IFS therapist, Lara provides individual, couples and group therapy for clients around the world. Lara is passionate about the benefits of using the IFS model for therapists as well as our clients and is dedicated to providing consultation and training in the IFS model.
Born in Trinidad and Tobago, Lara has Afro Trinidadian and white English heritage, and has lived in both countries. Her life experiences include childhood trauma, neurodivergence, and chronic health issues which inform her work where she specializes in working with people who have experienced childhood and relational trauma, those who identify as neurodivergent and those who are living with health challenges. Lara is passionate about creating a therapeutic space where clients can unburden and heal from wounds caused by systemic oppressions such as ableism, racism, sexism, classism, hetero-normativity, colonialism and imperialism.


Treasurer


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Idrees Hosein
MSc. Psychology / PGDIP. Psychology of Childhood Adversity
Position held from: 2024
Email: [email protected]

Idrees Hosein is a practicing psychologist both in the public and private sectors. His field of work includes the treatment of children as well as adults. He began his initial training at the University of the West Indies, Trinidad, where he received his Bachelor’s Degree. Following this, Mr Hosein sought further training abroad, firstly in England and then Northern Ireland, where he obtained his Master’s Degree and specialized in children’s mental health. His passion for helping others led him to pursue a career in the field of psychology, and his ongoing commitment to the field is reflected by his volunteer work with special needs adults. His main areas of focus include anxiety, depression, stress management and neurodivergence, with a particular focus on ASD. Mr Hosein has also participated in and led many discussions, panels and presentations on mental health awareness throughout the country


Public Relations Officer


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Greisy Gonzalez
M.Sc. Psychology
Position held from: 2023
Email: [email protected]

Greisy Gonzalez is a bilingual (Spanish English) psychologist with 15 years of experience on the field. She has worked with populations in vulnerable situations such as prisoners, underprivileged communities, migrants and refugees, victims of trafficking and gender-based violence. In the past, she was a lecture in the psychology faculty at Rafael Urdaneta University in Maracaibo Venezuela and she owned her firm that offered mental health services and trainings in Venezuela. She worked with UNICEF Panama as a Child Protection Expert providing support in the border with Costa Rica. During her past five years of practice in Trinidad and Tobago, she has been working with NGOs and international organizations such as United Nations and PanAmerican Development Foundation providing Protection, Education and Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Services to migrants and refugees. She is a volunteer at the Trinidad and Tobago Red Crossed Society, and she is part of the Association of Female Executives of Trinidad and Tobago. She is also currently doing private practice offering counselling, interpretation and translation.

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