2024
graduates' reflections
SCHOOL OF COUNSELING
Master of Arts in Counseling
ANG CAI JUAN I Singapore
Hope Singapore
I enjoyed the company of like-minded people at TCA and we spurred each other on this journey. I have gained a deeper level of self-awareness as well.
EDWIN TEY KWANG GHEE I Singapore
City Harvest Church
I am thankful for the community support from my classmates and guidance from lecturers, who took the time to address and facilitate my learning process. TCA has provided a grounded biblical foundation in the courses and has also taught me to acknowledge the spiritual aspect in providing care for clients.
GOH PHECK GUAT BELINDA I Singapore
Charis Methodist Church
I am thankful to God for His grace and provision to enable me to complete the program. God has provided lecturers, classmates, and friends to encourage me to press on when I almost wanted to give up halfway. I enjoyed learning new insights, developing practical core clinical skills, and increasing my self-awareness. I look forward to applying what I have learned in my ministry.
JONATHAN KOH ENG TIONG I Singapore
Lighthouse Evangelism
The sense of community has been one of the best things I have found here. Both my lecturers and classmates have made an impact on my learning and personal life. My experience at TCA College has deepened my understanding of myself and in turn, has deepened my walk with God who has shaped me so that I can journey effectively with my clients.
KONG PUI SAN JOANNA I Singapore
Every Nation Church Singapore
I enjoyed the rigorous and comprehensive curriculum, which gave me the confidence to practice as a counselor. My journey at TCA has helped me to grow emotionally, and I learned how to better bridge my faith with serving people in the community through the skills acquired.
KWOK JIA-YAN I Singapore
Shekinah Assembly of God
TCA College has a Spirit-filled faculty, and I had classmates who supported me in completing this challenging program. I am armed with renewed knowledge of God and myself and am equipped as a competent counselor.
LEE HUI FANG I Singapore
Covenant Evangelical Free Church
I enjoyed the sense of community and support that I found at TCA College. I feel like I am part of a larger community of people who are committed to following Christ and making a difference in the world. I have learned how to live out my faith in my counseling practice, and I am excited to use my newfound knowledge and skills to help others and make a difference in the world.
LEE LORLING I Singapore
Life Bible Presbyterian
As I reflect on my journey as a counseling student, I am overwhelmed by a deep sense of awe and gratitude for the faithfulness, grace and provision of God. I am forever grateful for His unwavering love and the precious angels He placed in my life. These angels included my loving family, caring friends, supportive teachers and fellow students who lifted me up with their wisdom and encouragement every step of the way. Truly, with God by my side, all things are possible. To Him be all the glory, for He is good, and His love endures forever.
LEE YING YING FLORENCE I Singapore
Heart of God Church
My classmates in TCA College have made going back to school as a working adult less daunting and even made it enjoyable. The MAC program has deepened my knowledge of myself and God. The rigors of my master’s program have profoundly shaped my adulthood and professional development.
QUEK LI CHING PAMELA I Singapore
New Creation Church
The support of faculty and friends traversing along the same journey of learning and healing is a reminder that our Lord the Maker’s intention for His creation is a relational one.
RAMONA MICHELLE XAVIER I Singapore
Covenant Evangelical Free Church
I enjoyed and appreciated my time and learning in TCA with very understanding and supportive lecturers and classmates. It has been a very inclusive and heartwarming atmosphere, and I always felt at home at TCA. TCA has deepened my understanding of my spiritual journey and has added insight and wisdom in needful areas. I am very thankful for this edifying faith-based learning journey!!
SHEREEN NG I Singapore
Bukit Batok Presbyterian Church
The TCA MAC program was rigorous and gave me a strong foundation in my clinical skills. Every assignment also provided an opportunity for reflection, increased self-awareness, and faith development. I am also very grateful for the friendships formed during this time.
SU AI YUEN JENNY I Singapore
Elim Church Assembly of God
As a returning student, I truly enjoyed my learning journey at TCA. The lecturers are not only knowledgeable in their respective fields, but they are also experienced practitioners who teach theory and theology with practical application. I had the freedom to explore difficult ideologies and engage in non-judgemental discussions within a safe environment. The integration of my faith with clinical knowledge and practices was the best gift I have received at TCA. Thank you, SOC!
TAM PENG KWAN I Singapore
St Hilda’s Church
The counseling vocation is a noble one. It was this motivation that led me to study at TCA and to graduate as a counselor who operates under the influence of the Christian faith. TCA’s integration of the Christian worldview into the syllabus provided me with an excellent foundation to achieve just that.
TAN SEOK YONG I Singapore
St Paul's Church
I enjoyed the time that I spent with my course mates as we learned together. Especially when we embarked on group projects; those were my most beneficial periods. But I also appreciate all my lecturers, especially Dr Angeline Teoh, Rev Sam Kuna, Rev Anita Chia, Rev Lim Poh Cheng, and Esther Tzer Wong.
TAN YONG KIANG I Singapore
Geylang Chinese Methodist Church
This faith-based post-graduate counseling program has equipped me with professional counseling skills, so I am better able to journey with those in distress; to lift and aid them in this trying stage of their lives.
TANG SUET LING SHARON I Singapore
Grace Assembly of God
It has been a journey of self-discovery where I enjoyed the cohesiveness of my coursemates and the steadfast support from faculty. I have learned that Jesus loves us as we are, no matter what our past may be. This truth has impacted my faith in viewing people through the lens of God. This requires prayer and walking closely with Him.
TEO PEI TZE I Singapore
Trinity Christian Centre
It has been a challenging yet rewarding journey of faith and I thank God for seeing me through. I am glad to be doing this program with like-minded course mates who spur one another on. I am also grateful for dedicated lecturers who have selflessly imparted their knowledge and life experiences. I have been greatly enriched by what I have learned about counseling and integrating my faith into practice. I am excited about the journey ahead and I pray that God will continue to lead and guide me as I offer my five loaves and two fishes.