Yonie’s daughter, now 19 years old, was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in 2003. Her unwavering efforts to help her child brought her to USA where she was eventually certified as Associate 2 Masgutova Method MNRI USA. She also worked at the Neurosensory Camp for Children with Challenges in Canada, USA and Poland. She continued to study at the Institute for Neuro Physiological Psychology (INPP) in the United Kingdom to be certified as a Neuro Developmental Therapist.

Yonie’s experiences with special needs children inspired her to learn more and she pursued a diploma in Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy (BCST). Her passion in healing through touch led her to find her own practice, Therapies R Us. She actively teaches sensory integration – tactile system and sensorial motor orofacial workshop for parents in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei and India. Her expertise is extremely valued in the region and she was featured in the Malaysian and Brunei media to share her views and knowledge on helping special needs children and essential oils.