About Us
We meet the child where they are, connect through what they love, and build from there.
Our Approach
Every Child Has Their Own Way of Learning, Connecting & Growing
At WHOA, we take a child-centred approach to early intervention, guided by the principles of DIRFloortime®. We believe meaningful growth begins with connection, relationships, and understanding each child as an individual.
We meet children where they are, follow their interests, and build on their strengths—creating meaningful opportunities for them to connect, communicate, learn, and grow at their own pace.
We See the Possibilities. We believe that every child has something wonderful within them waiting to be discovered. With connection, trust, opportunity, and the right support, children can surprise us with what they are capable of. We follow their lead. We nurture their strengths. We celebrate their uniqueness.
And when they surprise us, we say, “WHOA!”
Child-Centred at Heart
We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Every child is different, with their own interests, strengths, challenges, and way of experiencing the world.
We start by getting to know who they are, meeting them where they are, and building from their strengths.
Connect - We build trust through meaningful relationships.
Understand - We listen to each child’s needs, interests, and communication.
Grow - We create opportunities for each child to develop at their own pace.
Our approach is mainly guided by DIRFloortime®, a relationship-based approach that focuses on building emotional connections, communication, and meaningful engagement through interactions with the child.
D — Development
Understanding where the child is in their individual development.
Floortime means joining the child in their world—following their interests, connecting through play, and creating opportunities for them to communicate, think, problem-solve, and grow.
I — Individual Differences
Respecting how each child uniquely processes and experiences the world.
R — Relationship-Based
Using meaningful relationships and interactions as the foundation for learning.
Our Team
Winnie Chong
Child Psychologist
Registered Therapeutic Play Practitioner (PTUK & PTI)
Certified DIRFloortime® Practitioner
Bachelor of Education (specialised in SPEd) - SEGi University
Master of Child Psychology (M.CH.PSY) - UCSI University
Postgraduate Certificate of Therapeutic Play Skills (PGDCTPS) - Leeds Beckett University
DIRFloortime® Practitioner (DIR-Basic)
Winnie began her journey in 2016 as a volunteer with an NGO, where she developed her passion for supporting children with diverse learning needs. She has experience working with children with ASD, learning disabilities, GDD, speech delays, behavioural challenges, and more. Over the years, she has worked across one-to-one, group, home-based, and inclusive settings, supporting children, teenagers, and young adults aged 2 to 23. She believes that every child is unique, with their own strengths, abilities, and potential. Winnie is passionate about creating meaningful opportunities for children to discover their strengths, build confidence, and thrive in their own way.
Pui Pui
Early Interventionist
Diploma in Counseling
Advanced diploma in Special Education
Dual Diploma Programme: Learning Disorder Management & Child Psychology, Early Childcare Management
SKM Level 3 in Special Need Care
IGlobal Academy
Master in Special Education (Ongoing)
Early Interventionist
Anna
Registered Therapeutic Play Practitioner
Diploma in Psychology
Bachelor of Psychology
Postgraduate Certificate of Therapeutic Play Skills
Early Interventionist
Jie Ni
Lynaa
Early Interventionist
Diploma in Early Childhood
Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology
Early Interventionist
Hwee Shin
Diploma in Psychology
Early Interventionist
Saudah
Venus
Diploma of Occupational Therapy UiTM
Occupational Therapist
Xiao Ping
Speech Therapist
Bachelor of Speech Science with Honour
In collabaration with:
Diploma of Occupational Therapy UiTM