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Our Experts in the Media

Contributing professional perspectives to conversations about children, families and development

At Little Marvels Therapy, we believe in contributing to conversations that help families better understand and support children.

Our educational psychologists, counsellors, occupational therapists and other clinicians have contributed their professional perspectives to national conversations on resilience, mental health, bullying, child development, therapy standards, inclusive play and childhood development.

Here are some of the conversations our team has been privileged to be part of.

Danielle Seah

Danielle Seah

Principal Educational Psychologist, Little Marvels Therapy

Danielle is an Educational Psychologist who works with children and families across learning, development, emotional wellbeing and resilience. Her work has contributed to wider conversations around how parents can nurture children's emotional regulation, coping skills and resilience.

Danielle Seah recording The Straits Times' Health Check Podcast, holding a copy of Raising A Resilient Child
The Straits Times — Health Check Podcast

Raising a Resilient Child

What actually helps a child become resilient? Danielle joined The Straits Times' Health Check Podcast to discuss practical, evidence-based ways parents can support children in developing resilience — including the importance of a stable parent-child relationship, emotional regulation, and common mistakes adults can make. The discussion draws on Raising A Resilient Child, a parent resource co-written by Danielle and senior psychologist Kelly Lee as part of the Youth Epidemiology and Resilience study conducted by the NUS Mind Science Centre.

Featuring Danielle Seah · 3 May 2023 · Listen →
A father flying a kite with two children on a grass field
The Straits Times

Building Resilience in Children: 10 Ways for Parents to Support Children

A feature on Raising A Resilient Child, the parent resource co-written by Danielle and senior psychologist Kelly Lee as part of the Youth Epidemiology and Resilience project — exploring different aspects of children's resilience and practical ways adults can support them.

Featuring Danielle Seah · 18 June 2023 · Read →
Lim Shan Shan

Lim Shan Shan

Counsellor, Little Marvels Therapy

Shan Shan supports children and young people with their emotional and social wellbeing, including navigating difficult peer relationships and experiences — drawing on family therapy, sandplay and art-based approaches to help children and their families connect and heal.

CNA

Bullying in Schools

Shan Shan speaks with CNA about bullying in schools, sharing a counsellor's perspective on children's experiences of bullying and how parents, educators and other adults can better understand and respond to these situations.

Featuring Lim Shan Shan, Counsellor
Jewel Yi

Jewel Yi

Senior Occupational Therapist & Director, Little Marvels Therapy

Jewel is a registered occupational therapist who works with children and families across areas including sensory processing, motor development, executive functioning, social participation and play. She has contributed to public conversations around standards in paediatric therapy, choosing appropriate therapists, children's development and the importance of meaningful and developmentally appropriate play environments.

A shaded playground with a spiral slide beneath large trees near HDB flats
The Straits Times

Parents' Playground Wish List: Shade, Nature and Room to Roam

What makes a good playground for children? Jewel contributed an occupational therapist's perspective on how playground design can support children's development, including the importance of opportunities for movement, exploration, creativity and meaningful play.

Featuring Jewel Yi · May 2026 · Read →
Children playing on a sand playground with a row of swings
The Straits Times

Why Singapore Wants Children to Play With Sand and Swings Again

As conversations grow around bringing traditional play experiences back into Singapore's playgrounds, Jewel shares an occupational therapy perspective on why movement experiences such as swinging matter — and how movement supports children's development.

Featuring Jewel Yi · 2026 · Read →
A boy on a swing beside the tilting train playground in Tiong Bahru Park
The Straits Times

No More Swinging Good Times: The Changing Face of the Singapore Playground

Where have all the swings gone? Jewel discusses the importance of climbing, swinging, spinning, hanging, sensory-rich movement, appropriate challenge and manageable risk in play — and how playgrounds can better accommodate different needs.

Featuring Jewel Yi · 8 November 2025 · Read →
A boy on a swing beside the tilting train playground in Tiong Bahru Park
Singapore Association of Occupational Therapists

Remember When Play Was Real?

SAOT highlighted the Straits Times playground feature, identifying Jewel as Senior Occupational Therapist at Little Marvels — exploring how thoughtfully designed playgrounds support movement skills, body awareness, confidence and resilience.

Featuring Jewel Yi · November 2025 · Read →
A child's hands playing with a pop-it fidget toy on a notebook
The Straits Times

Choosing the Right Therapist for Your Child With Developmental Needs

How can parents tell whether a therapist is appropriately qualified — and whether therapy is right for their child? Jewel discusses open communication and involving parents so strategies carry over into everyday life.

Featuring Jewel Yi · 14 April 2024 · Read →
A parent and child together
The Straits Times

'Clutching at Straws': Parents of Children With Special Needs Navigate Uneven Therapy Practices

An investigation into uneven standards families may encounter seeking developmental and therapy services. Jewel shares concerns about practitioners working beyond their qualifications, and the importance of transparency and safeguards.

Featuring Jewel Yi · 14 April 2024 · Read →
Our voice beyond the therapy room

Why we contribute to public conversations

Our work with children does not stop at the therapy-room door. We believe allied health and mental health professionals have a role to play in helping the wider community understand how children develop, learn, play, build relationships and navigate challenges.

By contributing to public conversations, we hope to make evidence-informed perspectives on child development more accessible to parents, educators and the wider community.

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