Darwin

Dr Darwin Macalanda

Registered Psychologist

“An experienced, competent and compassionate Psychologist working predominantly in assessment and counseling of all ages.”

About Me

This experienced and compassionate psychologist offers thoughtful assessment and supportive Counseling for individuals of all ages. They create a welcoming space where concerns can be explored with care and competence. Whether seeking clarity through assessment or support in navigating life's challenges, clients find grounded guidance here. This dedicated professional is ready to listen and work collaboratively towards greater understanding and well-being.

Approach

Sessions begin with clear, focused goals and steady collaboration so each visit has direction and purpose. In Pasig City and online, in English or Tagalog, I balance paced assessment with practical conversation, sharing observations between meetings and offering simple, doable strategies. I tailor the pace and prompts to attention, learning style and developmental stage, using concrete examples and brief experiments to test what helps. Those looking for clearer understanding and manageable next steps often find this way of working useful.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

  • Disability Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    A formal psychological evaluation to determine the nature and extent of a disability, often used for support planning or service access.

  • Assessment

    A structured evaluation of mental health, cognitive functioning, or emotional well-being used to guide diagnosis and treatment planning.

  • Consultation

    An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.

  • Occupational Therapy

    A therapy that helps people develop or recover the practical skills needed for daily life activities, from self-care to work and social participation.

  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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  • Child / Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.

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  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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Works With:

  • All ages

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • ADHD / Attention

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Autism (ASD)

    A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.

  • Learning or Development Difficulties

    Conditions that affect a person's ability to acquire, process, or apply information, such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, or intellectual disability, impacting education and daily life.

  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

Professional Title:

  • Registered Psychologist

    A psychologist registered with a regulatory body to provide psychological assessment and treatment.

Credentials

Registrations

Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)

Psychologist

Qualifications

St. Linus University

Service Areas

PSY Systems and Innovations, OPC

In-person & Online

Pasig City, National Capital Region

Philippines

Pasig City, Philippines