Meet the Team
Management
Khairul, Founder / CEO
Khairul, a devoted father of three, was inspired by his youngest son Ayden’s autism diagnosis in 2012
to make a meaningful change. Leaving his career in the oil and gas industry, he founded Headstart with
the mission to enhance the quality of life and learning opportunities for individuals with special needs.
Akma, Managing Director
With over 15 years of experience in business development and strategic partnerships across the hospitality, wellness, and healthcare sectors, she
contributes valuable insight to Headstart. She focuses on developing strategies that drive growth and ensure the organisation’s long-term sustainability.
Siew Lee, Academy Director
Siew Lee holds a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and Mental Health, with experience in hospital clinics and ABA therapy. At Headstart, she develops individualized behaviour intervention plans and provides one-on-one therapy, ensuring holistic and collaborative support for each child’s needs.
Centre Managers
Reny, Manager
(Shah Alam)
Izwain, Manager
(Kuala Lumpur)
Farah, Manager
(Ampang)
Psychologist
Dr Ellie, Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Ellie, PhD in Psychology, is a Clinical Psychologist specializing in pediatric and adolescent care. With expertise in ASD, ADHD, and social communication challenges, she integrates evidence-based and creative therapies, leading Headstart’s clinical direction with compassion and deep commitment to child development.
Sofia, Child Psychologist
Sofia, MSc in Applied Child Psychology (UK), is a Consultant Child Psychologist experienced in developmental, learning, and behavioral difficulties including ASD, ADHD, and Dyslexia. With a child-centered and family-focused
approach, she emphasizes accurate assessment and effective, compassionate support for every child’s unique needs.
Shah Alam
Mardhiyah
Principal Behavioural Therapist
Master's in Developmental Psychopathology
Durham University
Fatin
Occupational Therapist
MAHPC(OT)02754
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Rahimah
Occupational Therapist
MAHPC(OT)02638
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Aishah
Speech - Language Therapist
MAHPC(SLT)00596
Bachelor's Degree in Speech Science
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Nani
Speech - Language Therapist
MAHPC(SLT)00320
Bachelor's Degree in Speech Science
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
Mogana
Behavioural Therapist
Bachelor’s Degree in
Psychology
Troy University
Wahida
Head Teacher
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology (HONS)
Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI)
Nizam
Special Education Teacher
Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology & Sociology
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
Faizah Azuar
Special Education Teacher
Master's in Language
Studies
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Halimah
Special Education Assistant Teacher
Bachelor's in Food
Biotechnology
Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM)
Izzat
Special Education Assistant Teacher
Bachelor’s Degree in
Psychology
Wawasan Open University
Kuala Lumpur
Azatul
Occupational Therapist
MAHPC(OT)01877
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Wan
Occupational Therapist
MAHPC(OT)02658
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Athirah
Speech-Language Therapist
MAHPC(SLT)00263
Bachelor's Degree in Speech Science
Universiti Kebangsaan Malayasia (UKM)
Bernice
Head Teacher
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Psychology
Middlesex University
Fatin Aqilah
Special Education Teacher
Bachelor Degree in
Psychology
Universiti Islam Antarabangsa (UIA/IIUM)
Aafreen
Special Education Assistant Teacher
Bachelor Degree in
Physchology
Taylor's University
Eli
Special Education Assistant Teacher
Diploma in
Physchology
University of Cyberjaya
Azra
Special Education Assistant Teacher
Bachelor Degree in
Physchology
Management & Science University (MSU)
Ampang
Aida
Occupational Therapist
MAHPC(OT)01827
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Qistina
Occupational Therapist
MOTA19291196WY
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Liana
Speech - Language Therapist
MAHPC(SLT)00381
Bachelor's of Health Science (Speech and Language Pathology) Hons
Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
Ummu
Speech-Language Therapist
MAHPC(SLT)00244
Bachelor of Science, Speech
Science
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
Besanth
Behaviour Therapist
Bachelor in Physchology & Communications
Upper lowa University
Adila
Head Teacher
Bachelor’s Degree in
Psychology
HELP University
Nazirah
Special Education Teacher
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Science (Psychology)
Universiti Islam Antarabangsa (UIA/IIUM)
Ismira
Special Education Assistant Teacher
Master of Educational
Psychology
Universiti Malaya (UM)
Myra
Special Education Assistant Teacher
Master of Child and Adolescent Psychology
University of Greenwich