Dr. Tin Mar San

Dr. Tin Mar San is a distinguished psychologist and psychotherapist with more than two decades of experience across academia, research, and clinical mental health practice. She holds a Ph.D. in Psychology, along with an M.Res, M.A. (Credit), and B.A. (Hons) from Yangon University, and further advanced her expertise as a research scholar in prosocial behaviour at the Department of Social Psychology, Ruhr University Bochum in Germany. She is also a registered psychologist with the American Psychological Association (APA). Currently, Dr. Tin Mar San serves as the CEO and Founder of Passionate Heart Mental Health Services and Academy, where she leads with a vision to strengthen mental health care through professional training, trauma-focused therapy, and community outreach. She also serves as a consultant for international organizations such as AJWS, and partners with local organizations. In addition, she contributes her expertise to the BEAM Education Foundation, where she is recognized for her specialization in trauma treatment and her commitment to building stronger mental health systems. As a trained and certified EMDR therapist and supervisor, Dr. Tin Mar San plays an active role in the EMDR Myanmar Association, serving as a trainer and mentor to practitioners in trauma-informed care. Her clinical practice includes work with more than 700 individuals, addressing trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment challenges, personality-related difficulties, developmental concerns, and overall emotional well-being. Beyond her clinical and supervisory roles, Dr. Tin Mar San is a dynamic trainer, facilitator, and mental health advocate. She has made significant contributions to psychoeducation, psychosocial support, and mental health awareness across Myanmar and beyond. Her leadership is defined by strategic vision, deep empathy, and a lifelong dedication to improving lives through psychological care, education, and community empowerment.

Dr. Paing

Dr. Paing Soe is a highly skilled and compassionate psychiatrist dedicated to improving the mental health and well-being of indivituals, specializing in psychiatry . He earned his M.B.,B.S(YGN) and M.Med.Sc(Mental Health) from Univisity of Medicine (2). With over 10 years of clinical experience, Dr. Paing has worked in various clinical settings, including outpatient clinics, inpatient psychiatric units, and drugs and alcohol detozification centers. He has a proven track record of effectively treating diverse patient populations, including adults and adolescents, with a focus on mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders and suicide prevention. His collabrative approach extends to working with manyclinical psychologists, fostering a supportive and inclusive treatment enviroment. Known for his empathetic communication skills and patient centered approach, Dr. Paing establishes strong therapeutic alliances with his patients. Dr. Paing has also contributed to many psychiatric training programs focusing on mental health awareness and suicide prevention. His dedication to continunous learning and improvement underscores his passion to enhance the mental health landscape in the communities he serves.

Snow

Snow is a Part Time Trauma Counsellor from Passionate Heart. She graduated with a Bachelor Degree of Business Administration from Myanmar Institute of Theology (MIT) in Yangon. She already received the certification of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy by EMDR Europe. She became an accredited EMDR therapist as well as trauma counsellor, and has been serving trauma affected individuals in Karen State with the close supervision of the Senior Psychiatrist Consultant from 2016 till 2019. She is now doing both trauma counselling support and awareness service mainly on psychoeducation, positive parenting, stress management, positive thinking for mindful living or meaningful lifestyles. Her professional interest and passion is prevention and early intervention in mental health.

Thaw Zin Min Thant

Thaw Zin Min Thant majored in Psychology at Yangon University. He has completed Psychological First Aid Training(PFA), Lay Counselling Training, Basic Counselling Training, Intensive Mental Health Training, and Trauma Awareness Training. He has finished 1-year internship at Mental Heal, participating as an organizer in various projects. He is a founding member of Passionate Heart, where he currently works as an Operation and Social Media Officer. He is also active as a Psychosocial Support Trainer at Confide Psychological Services. He has taken part in various mental health-related workshops and programs both as a speaker and facilitator. He also engages in awareness sharing activities and non-profit psychological services, and provides lay counselling services.