Victoria Siewnarine-Geelalsingh
M.Sc. Clinical Psychology
Position held from: 2025
Email: president@psychologytt.org

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 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.

Kelly McFarlane
M.Sc. Clinical Psychology, M.Sc. Organisational Psychiatry & Psychology (Merit)
Position held from: 2025

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 HICOL Change Management Consultants 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.

Shivana Hosein
MSc. Counselling Psychology
Position held from: 2025
Email: [email protected]

Shivana is a Counseling Psychologist committed to supporting individuals, couples and families through transformative change. She works primarily with anxiety and mood-related concerns, offering personalized, evidence-based treatment plans grounded in both informed practice and compassionate care. As a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, she integrates emerging therapeutic approaches and maintains a strong commitment to ongoing learning. She designs and facilitates mental health workshops on stress management, coping skills, anger, grief and relationship dynamics. Her holistic approach is informed by a diverse research background - spanning market research, academic administration and applied social research. She has contributed to initiatives addressing sensitive community issues, including Domestic Violence and Alternative Dispute Resolution. She brings analytical insight and evidence-informed strategies to her work with clients, helping them build awareness, develop practical skills and make empowered choices that support long-term well-being. Her academic foundation includes a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology, a BSc in Psychology with a minor in Social Policy and an MBA, reflecting a multidisciplinary perspective that informs her practice.

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.

Shani Friday
M.Sc. Counselling Psychology
Position held from: 2025
Email: [email protected]

Shani Friday is a Counseling Psychologist with a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology, focused on supporting healing, emotional resilience, and self-leadership. Trained in EMDR and a Certified Cognitive Coach, she integrates mindfulness-based techniques and solution-focused strategies to help clients process trauma, regulate emotions, and restore inner steadiness.
She leads with grit and grace, mentoring young professionals to cultivate both competence and character in how they show up in the world. With over fourteen years of experience advancing people development and wellbeing in organisational settings, Shani remains guided by a human-centered belief that healing empowers individuals to live with clarity, purpose, and presence.

Currently Vacant
TBA October 2026
Position held from: October 2026

The President-Elect serves as the incoming leader of the Association, supporting the President and Executive Committee while preparing to assume the presidency in the next term. This role ensures continuity, collaboration, and the advancement of the Association’s mission and goals. The President-Elect position is currently vacant. The selection of the President-Elect will take place during the upcoming nomination period. Details about the appointed individual and their biography will be posted here once the process is complete.