Sharifah Taibah Binte Mohamed Alhabshie
Singapore
Summary
Experienced counsellor skilled in multiple therapeutic modalities, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Artistic Therapies. Demonstrates strong leadership by successfully leading a school's counselling team and enhancing the performance of a cluster of school counsellors. Proficient in data collection and analysis to evaluate intervention programmes and their impact within educational settings. Committed to advancing mental health support through innovative approaches and collaborative efforts.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior School Counsellor
Ministry of Education
Singapore
2024.04 - Current
- Managed crisis intervention cases to ensure timely support for students.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of school-wide programmes to enhance mental health support.
- Coordinated and conducted training sessions and workshops for staff to improve their capability in student mental health support.
- Provided guidance to school staff and senior management on handling complex cases.
- Supported beginning school counsellors and contributed to the effectiveness of the cluster counsellors.
- Co-led the peer support programme for the cluster.
- Aided the lead school counsellor in executing professional development initiatives within the cluster.
School Counsellor
Ministry of Education
Singapore
2013.04 - 2024.03
- Led the identification of at-risk students through systematic observation, facilitating timely interventions.
- Coordinated with external agencies to deliver supplementary support services.
- Fostered partnerships with professional and social service organisations to address students' and families' needs.
- Oversaw data collection and management of the school counselling case database.
- Executed follow-up studies to assess the effectiveness of interventions on students and staff.
- Promoted understanding of mental health challenges and their implications for students in the school setting.
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Psychology
Nanyang Institute of Education
Singapore 2026.01 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Geography
National University of Singapore
Singapore 2001.07 - 2004.08
Skills
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy proficiency
- Integrated and innovative approach to counselling interventions
- Team leadership skills
- Feedback and program evaluation
Languages
English
Fluent
Malay
Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner
Affiliations
- Nature walks and hikes.
- Exploring new places and trying new things.
- Passionate in early identification and intervention of children's mental health.
Accomplishments
Ministry of Education Postgraduate Scholarship Award (Full)
Ministry of Education Service Excellence Award (Platinum)
Timeline
Master of Arts - Applied Psychology
Nanyang Institute of Education
2026.01 -
Senior School Counsellor
Ministry of Education
2024.04 - Current
School Counsellor
Ministry of Education
2013.04 - 2024.03
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Geography
National University of Singapore
2001.07 - 2004.08