OUR COUNSELLORS

Wong Poh Sieng

HEAD, COUNSELLING

Master of Education (Counselling)
Bachelor of Theology
Advanced Gambling Counsellor Certification Training [Canadian Council of Professional Certification, Canada & Asian Professional Counselling Association, Hong Kong]
Certificate in Helping Problem Gamblers Using Tools and Intervention Techniques
Certificate in Circulation Model of Counselling Supervision
Certified Suicide Assessment and Intervention Counsellor
Certificate in Collaborative Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Certificate in Plurative Therapy: Applications in Deeply Narrative Empathy
Certified Facilitator of Emotional Quotient & Self-Development in "Journey to Intimacy"
Advanced Art Therapy Training

Voluntary Roles:

Committee Member, Chinese Counselling Society, Singapore
Vice Chairman and Volunteer Counsellor, Glimmer of Hope Ministry
Member, Friends in Deed Counselling Society

About Poh Sieng

Poh Sieng, affectionately known as Bao Chan Jie, has been serving as a senior counsellor at One Hope Centre since 2009. With extensive experience in counselling, particularly in supporting Chinese-speaking clients struggling with compulsive behavioural addictions, she has become a trusted and compassionate figure in the community.

Bao Chan Jie is trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches which she has integrated into holistic, client-centered styles that emphasize personal development, self-awareness, and relational healing. Her approach often blends various elements of therapy such as solution-focused therapy and narrative therapy to allow her clients to gain deeper insights into their struggles and rebuild their lives and relationships.

As the Head of Counselling at One Hope Centre, Bao Chan Jie leads a team of dedicated professionals while also personally providing one-to-one and/or group counselling sessions. Her work focuses on empowering individuals to overcome their addictions, restore family bonds, and go on to lead more fulfilling lives.

In addition to her counselling work, Bao Chan Jie is an active educator and trainer, conducting workshops and talks on gambling addiction.

Through her compassionate and multi-faceted approach, Bao Chan Jie continues to make meaningful impact on the lives of those she serves, helping individuals and families heal, recover, and thrive.

Wong Poh Sieng

Emily Foo

COUNSELLOR

Masters of Arts in Counselling (MAC)
Masters of Business Administration (MBA)
Graduate Diploma in Gerontology
Currently pursuing Masters in Gerontology
Professional Membership (Association of Christian Counsellors, Singapore)
Clinical Member & Registered Counsellor (Singapore Association for Counselling) (CMSAC)

Specialises in Behavioural Addiction, Substance Addiction, Partners and Family Affected by Addiction, Relapse Prevention and Recovery Support Groups

About Emily

Inspired to give back to society and journey with people through their addictions, Emily left her role in supply chain management and became a professional counsellor. On top of serving English-speaking clients at One Hope Centre, Emily is conversant in common dialects like Hokkien, Cantonese, and her native Hainanese. She loves meeting new people and getting to know their life stories.

During her personal time, Emily volunteers as a counsellor with a Halfway House and Singapore Prison Services. She is also a Victim Care Cadre Officer with the Police Psychological Services Department of the Singapore Police Force. She also volunteers in a nursing home and various eldercare centres.

Emily enjoys travelling and is happy to share about her travels to many countries for leisure and business over the years. Going for walks with her dog, Ole and watching movies are some of her favourite things to do to unwind.

Emily

Barry

Barry Yeo

COUNSELLOR

Masters of Arts in Counselling & Community Work (MACCW)

Specialises in Behavioural Addiction, Substance Addiction, Partners and Family Affected by Addiction, Relapse Prevention and Recovery Support Groups

About Barry

Barry began his counselling journey as a lay counsellor helping clients with issues related to personal growth, marriage, and family. He later pursued a masters in counselling and now also specialises in behavioural addiction issues.

Barry has 3 years of experience serving as a facilitator with a gambling addiction support group. He also actively participates in community projects that serve the Aljunied and Geylang areas.

In his personal time, he enjoys singing and playing racquet sports. He is also passionate about teaching and is an adjunct lecturer at the Building Construction Authority Academy (BCAA).