About NACC Malaysia

A national association of Christian counsellors which serves to promote and equip their Christian community in Christian counselling.

Our Beginning

The National Association of Christian Counsellors Malaysia (NACC Malaysia) was registered as a national association on 9th May 2011, and was officially launched by the Chairman of NECF Malaysia on 29th Oct 2011 in conjunction with our first National Counselling Conference.

NACC is registered as an independent body by the Registrar of Societies on 9 May 2011 (ROS number: 2291-11-SEL). We are a member of the International Network for Christian Counselling (INCC).

The Association

Christians advocating Christian counselling are usually represented by a national association of Christian counsellors which serves to promote and equip their Christian community in Christian counselling.

In Malaysia, the National Association of Christian Counsellors (NACC) is established with the support and encouragement of the National Evangelical Christian Fellowship of Malaysia.

Vision & Mission

To promote and equip the body of Christ in Malaysia with Christian Counselling knowledge and skills through networking, events, seminars, conferences and publications.

Our Mission

Promoting the development of Christian counselling as a publicly-recognised discipline
Equipping lay Christian counsellors in churches
Encouraging NACC members to research and write in areas unique to Christian counselling
Promoting high standards in the theory and practices of Christian counselling through the
NACC Code of Ethics
Initiating and promoting care and counsel as mission of Christ
Fostering co-operation and unity through sharing of information among Christians of different biblical counselling approaches

Board Members (2026-2028)

Dr. Yeo Pei Li

President

Dr Yeo has more than 20 years of experience helping individuals find breakthrough in their lives so that they can be a better version of themselves and live life to their full potential. She specializes in trauma healing and restoration of emotional injury.

Dr Yeo is also a trained clinical supervisor providing supervision to counselors and counseling interns. Besides being a counselor and a supervisor, she is also an educator and trainer. Believing that prevention is better than cure she has been actively giving lectures, running workshops and giving talks on mental health issues in many varied settings.

Senaida Anak Gira

Vice President

Senaida graduated with Bachelor of Theology from Philippines Baptist Theological Seminary (PBTS) and Master in Christian Counselling from STT Jaffray, Jakarta.

Since 2002, she has been actively involved in church ministry (BM) in various capacities and currently serves as Secretary (Setiausaha, 2026 - 2028) in SIB Semenanjung. Apart from counselling she also conducts workshop, provides training and teaching among various Christian groups.

Senaida strongly believes that every individual needs a chance to be heard and loved in order to experience emotional healing. She is passionate about shifting the Christian community's perspective on counselling.

Darren Yeoh

Secretary

Darren has spent more than 2 decades in corporate IT. Today as a licensed counsellor he provides therapeutic support to individuals, couples and families. He divides his time between independent practice, volunteer counsellor at FGA Family Life, and a school counsellor. He has a passion for young people with over 3 decades of youth development work, one of which involves the use of performing arts as an approach for personal development.

His believes in empowering people to make informed decisions that significantly improve their quality of life. His therapeutic approach is characterised by viewing client issues through a systemic lens in areas of self-understanding, core beliefs, relationship skills and family connection.

Darren holds a Bachelor in Computing Science (UK), a Masters in Counselling (HELP University) and a certificate in Wellness Planning (Open University). He is a registered counsellor with Lembaga counsellor Malaysia.

Hannie Cheong

Assistant Secretary

Yoke Han, fondly known as Hannie (pronounced as “HAN-nee”) graduated with a Masters in Pastoral Counseling with Alpha Omega International College (AOIC). She also won the James Allen award for academic excellence and exemplary Christian character.

Before embarking on a career switch into mental healthcare, Hannie was a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) and holds a Master in Business Administration (MBA). She had worked in various banks and financial institutions. Her last corporate position was the regional accounts head for an international bank, managing the portfolio of 7 countries.

Hannie is passionate about transforming lives and helping people see the best of themselves and others. She believes that everyone has their inherent positive asset and deserves a second chance (and third, etc) no matter how they started. In line with this philosophy, besides counseling, Hannie co-founded a ministry that reaches out to sex workers and their community.

Stephanie Chang Siew Hung

Treasurer

Stephanie Chang currently serves as the Treasurer of the National Association of Christian Counsellors. She brings with her more than two decades of experience in education, leadership, and administration.

Since 2021, she has been the Principal of Glow Resource Centre in Rawang, having previously served as Principal of Premfield International School (2020) and Tadika Young Achievers Academy (2016–2017). She also has extensive teaching experience, including IGCSE Business Studies and Economics (2018–2022), as well as early childhood education roles at Tadika Sri Nobel and Tadika Juara Cerdik.

Stephanie holds a Certificate in Lay Christian Counselling from NACC (2023–2024), a Diploma in Educational Administration and Management from the Asian College of Teachers, Thailand (2019–2020), and a Bachelor of Business in Retail Management from Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia (1991–1994).

Her passion for Christian counselling, combined with her strong foundation in education and administration, enables her to serve faithfully as Treasurer—ensuring integrity, stewardship, and accountability in managing the Association’s financial responsibilities.

S.P. Tan

Board Member

Insurance Professional | Director | Community Servant | HEAL & Men’s Ministry Facilitator

SP serves with a steady and compassionate heart through professional leadership and hands-on community service. With nearly 30 years in the insurance industry, he currently serves as Director of a 24/7 Call Center and Telemarketing Call Center.

For over a decade, he has faithfully walked alongside individuals and communities through hospital and home care, crisis support, flood relief efforts, and monthly food distributions. Alongside his compassionate outreach, he leads HEAL and Men's Ministry and serves as board member of Grace Home, Grace Social Works, and NACC.

Through his own journey of loss, forgiveness, and restoration, SP shares his story openly so that other men may learn, heal, and grow.

“Lord, send me again.”

Yvonne Lee

Board Member

A registered and licensed counsellor with over 20 years of experience in counselling, consultation, and training. She holds a Master of Science in Guidance & Counselling from Universiti Putra Malaysia and a Bachelor of Communications from Universiti Sains Malaysia.

Yvonne provides counselling and consultation services to adolescents, working adults, couples, families, and elderly. Her focus areas include emotional wellbeing, stress management, relationships, parenting, career development, personal growth, and workplace well-being. She also provides clinical supervision to practising counsellors, supporting their professional competencies, reflective practice, and ongoing professional development.

She is the founder of Enrich Counselling & Therapy Centre, through which she continues to service the different communities which also includes training, and consultation services to schools, corporate organisations, churches. She is an HRD Corp Certified Trainer, a Certified Trainer with the Department of Skills Development, Ministry of Human Resources, and a Vistage Resource Speaker. Yvonne hopes to contribute to the psychological well-being of the wider community, including pastors and their families.

Council of Reference

Dr John Court

Dr Eric Scalise

Dr Evelyn Biles

Dr T. Maniam

Dr Goh Chee Leong

Dr Johnben Loy

Ps Dr Daniel Ho

Ps Dr Chew Weng Chee

Dr Edmund Ng