ABOUT BLUBRIDGE
BluBridge Center is established in 2019, to provide space for children to learn how to learn, improve communication skills, reduce problem behavior, and acquire adaptive skills. Our vision is to be a safe crossroad for children with developmental disabilities as they learn how to effectively participate in the community.
At BluBridge Center, we provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) / Verbal Behavior Therapy; which have been widely researched and proven scientifically to be effective in helping children reach their full potential.
Our objective is to enhance the quality of life for each and every child so everyone can reach their full potential. Our behavior therapists are not just equipped with qualified training to foster a fun learning environment for the children, but also to generate data-taking effectively. In order to maintain positive change, BluBridge Center also provides parents training as an essential part of the therapy.
why choose us
SUPERVISED BY A CERTIFIED BCBA
All of the therapy procedures in our center are designed and supervised by a certified Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). This establishes BluBridge as a certified center and thus, we guarantee that the children only receive the best treatments.
EVIDENCE BASED METHOD
In completing the therapy procedures, we only use evidence-based methods that have been researched objectively and proven scientifically. ABA Therapy is widely acknowledged as a secure and valid treatment to bring meaningful and positive changes in an individual’s behavior, especially for children with autism.
INTENSIVE ON GOING TRAINING
Each of our Behavior Therapists has a minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or related fields, thus making them well equipped with the knowledge of life span development for the special needs. Additionally, our therapists go through intensive and ongoing training in order to be up to date with the latest scientific methods.
OUR STAFFS
Christy Prawira, MBA, M.A, BCBA
Chief Clinical Director
Since 11 y.o, she has been wanting to help special needs children in Indonesia but had no idea how.
She then flied to California and took Communication Sciences and Disorders at BIOLA University. She continued her study at Baylor University and received a master degree in ABA.
Her experiences include working with children with disability in clinical, home, and school settings. She is passionate about doing teachers and parents training.
Today, she is one of the few Board Certified Behavioral Analysts (BCBA)s in Indonesia.
Monica Sutanto, S. Psi., M.Psi., Psikolog
Clinical Director & Psychologist (East Branch)
She graduated summa cum laude with a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at Surabaya University. She has 6 years working with children and spend the last few years with special needs children. She loves working with children because for her every children have their uniqueness. She believes that every children always have potential to grow up optimally and adjust well to the environment, especially children with special needs. For her, every child deserves the opportunity to learn and be treated fairly. Why do kids love her? Because she is friendly, patient, and a caring person!
Audrey Faine, S. Psi., M.Sc.
Special Projects and People Development Manager
As a People and Culture professional with more than 3 years of experience, Audrey is passionate about people and their experiences at work.
Audrey was also a recipient of the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree program in Work, Organizational and Personnel Psychology scholarship, which provided her with a global perspective of HR practices through studying in multiple countries. Audrey is committed to leveraging her expertise and knowledge to support Blubridge in creating productive work environments that enable employees to thrive.
Maria Resi Prajna Pramudita, S.Pd.
Admin (East Branch)
She is known as a cheerful and disciplined person who likes new challenges. She enjoys reading, discussing, and traveling. As an educator, she is accustomed to being responsible to students of various levels. She's grateful for the opportunity to help children with special needs.
Vincentia Gladys Djunaidy, M.Psi.
Psychologist (East Branch)
Being a psychologist has been her dream since she was 13. Back then while she was attaining her Bachelor's Degree in Universitas Surabaya, she took a part-time job in a daycare center and found so much joy in working with children.
She attained her Master's Degree in Clinical Child Psychology from Universitas Indonesia. She's passionate about helping children/adolescents with developmental problems, ADHD, emotional and behavioral problems, and also anxiety-related cases
Jelite Prenggo Putri, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
Since graduated from Brawijaya University then continue master degree as clinical psychologist at Surabaya University (UBAYA), also after taking cases of children with intellectual disabilities in her master degree she felt that was something fun because she can help children to develop their abilities and see changes or developments in children.
Ivan Koerniawan, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
He graduated from Widya Mandala Surabaya's Psychology and have been working with kids since he's still in college.
He believes that kids should be treated with tender love and that kids are like a fertile soil and it is our job to plant good seeds and nurture it properly so that one day they can bloom gracefully and be a good member of the community.
He's known as being playful, patient, eager to learn, and he also tries to understand what's going on in people's mind which helps him greatly in his line of work.
Cindy Veronica, S.Psi
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
She received her bachelor's degree at Ubaya.
Working together with kids makes the heart feel comfortable and happy. She believes that every kid has unique and different abilities. She knows that kids can learn by playing and communicating everything with us. There is no word for bored and tired when together with kids. Friendly, cheerful, and patient are the reasons the kids love her.
Gracelyne Hartanto, S.Psi
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
She graduated with a bachelor's degree in Psychology from University of Surabaya.
She loves children very much and dedicates herself to work for children. She has learned that each child is unique and that is their special power.
Working to help kids achieve their optimal potential and to help them feel happier and better about themselves, brings a huge smile to her face.
Daniella Audrey, S. Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
She’s known as cheerful and loving person. Working and engaging with children has been her life's purpose since high school. She graduated from Widya Mandala Catholic University Surabaya with Cum Laude in Psychology.
With her various experiences with children, she deeply embraces the belief in every child's distinct potential for growth and development. Her work with children continually educates her, offering invaluable insights into their world, fueling her commitment to creating spaces where each child can blossom in their own unique way.
Amanda Lorenza, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
She graduated with a major in psychology from Universitas Surabaya.
She likes spending time and playing with children while making them learn. She enjoys to see children grow and progress.
Eunike Kristea Soegianto S.Psi
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
Her passion for helping people is the main reason she took and completed her psychology education in UBAYA. She is known as someone who is patient, caring and loves children. She want to be part of special needs children discovering their potential and growing with that.
Christian Raja Kaltu Manik, S. Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
Michelle Gloria Effendi, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
With a degree in Psychology from Brawijaya University, she is dedicated to assisting individuals, particularly children with special needs, in realizing their full potential. Believing that every child is uniquely special, she approaches her work with compassion and heart. Embracing challenges with determination, her purpose is clear: to find fulfillment and endless inspiration in aiding every child in unlocking their full potential, one step at a time
Jessalyn Alethea Joley, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
Elvina Febriyani, S.Psi, M.Psi., Psikolog
Clinical Director & Psychologist (West Branch)
She successfully achieved her master's degree in Psychology and presently working towards becoming a qualified behavior analyst. Her 9 years of experience working with kids helps her identify psychological, emotional, behavioral issue and diagnose disorders. She believes that every child needs more connection before correction. She exude empathy and genuine concern in her work.
Kids love her because she is a friendly, patient, calm and caring person. Her calmness can blow over the storm!
Steven Salim, S.Psi
Program Director (East Branch)
He attained his bachelor degree of psychology in UBAYA. He has been a teacher for children with special needs for almost five years. He is also a licensed Registered Behavior Technician from Autism Partnership Foundation.
He has always been interested in working clinical psychology problem, to the outcast especially children. He believes that everyone can be part of the community, especially children with special needs, it’s just that people need to learn to understand and to communicate with them.
Isabella Devichi Wibowo, S.T., M. Ling.
Projects Manager
Bimo Eka Kristanto, S.KM.
Admin (Citraland Branch)
Angeline Quincy, S.Psi., M.Psi., Psikolog
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
Becoming a psychologist has been her dream since middle school. She really enjoys playing with children.
She held a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Surabaya. As a licensed psychologist, her clinical experience is with individuals, children, and families.
She is a compassionate psychologist with expertise in early childhood learning, development, and feeding issues.
She really loves supporting kids, and being there for them, knowing that she is making a difference for the kids and their family.
Michelle Angela Prawira, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
Her passion for kids, parenting, and family leads her way here!
She graduated summa cum laude with a psychology degree from Surabaya University (UBAYA). During her study, she focused on developmental psychology. She has 3 years of experience working as a private tutor for elementary school students and also as a Sunday school teacher. She loves to teach and see kids learning something new!
She believes that every kid is unique and they deserve the best start in life. She's eager to help kids, especially ones with special needs, to grow to their best potential.
Kids know her as a cheerful, patient, and caring person!
Catherine Stephanie, S.Si.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
She obtained her Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Biotechnology at UBAYA. She has 10 years experience as a sunday school teacher. At the moment, she also studies a Master of Psychology Science specializing in Family and Education at the UBAYA while working. Her passion and love for children drive her to pursue a career focusing on child education and development.
It’s a privilege to work with special needs child. She believes that every child deserves a bright future. Her mission is giving each child the opportunity to flourish, developing talents of child and helping them to reach their full potential. She hopes that she can contribute a great impact on every child that she teaches from now and hence witness their success in the future.
She always smile and so she adores seeing kids smile too. She is known as a lovely, sweet and kind-hearted person. That's why kids love to learn and play together with her.
Isabela Putri Abhista, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
She aims to help children grow and become the best version of themselves. Working with children allows her to learn, as well as appreciate the little things that matter most.
She graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from UBAYA.
She is currently focusing her career goals in developmental and clinical psychology. In the future, she aims to make a bigger impact in the community.
Ellen Oktaviani Raharjo, S.Sos., M.M.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
After graduating from Petra Christian University with Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Science, she worked as preschool teacher for 3 years. Then she was given the responsibility of being a school principal for 7 years. She graduated cum laude with a Master’s Degree in School Management at Ukrida Jakarta in 2016. Then she discovered her passion in working with special needs children after she had a son of her own.
Alfred Limantara, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
He got bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Widya Mandala Catholic University. For Him, working with kids makes he happy and want give a lot of love to them! He believes that children with special needs are brilliant, wonderful, and lovely kids. Any children deserves happy and a bright future, so He dedicates His life helping children to learn and give more time to play together.
Ni Made Dwita Ratri Rahayu, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
She graduated with bachelor's degree of psychology from University of Surabaya and is passionate about working with children, particularly those with special needs, to support their optimal development.
Victoria Marchella Darmanto S.Psi
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
She is known as a warm, passionate, and emphatetic person. Throughout her academic journey at the Psychology Faculty in UBAYA, she actively participated in various volunteer activities dedicated to children, including serving as a kindergarten teacher and a student volunteer, providing support to children in need. Her experiences working with children made her realize that helping kids learning new things is what she wants to do the most. Her genuine connection with children consistently brings her joy and a sense of fulfillment, as she sees these connections as key to creating positive and meaningful experiences for both the children and herself.
Valencia Lo, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
Loves playing with children in creative ways and is always grateful to see the positive growth that occurs in each child.
Note: God has given talents to everyone
Hario Bimo Sakti, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
Irvan Chaiterson, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (Citraland Branch)
Sophie Stephani Tang, S.Psi
Program Director (West Branch)
She graduates Cum Laude with a Psychology degree from UBAYA. Seeing children play happily is one of her joy!
She believes that the journey of a child's growth begins with a small step.
She is known as a friendly, joyful, patience, and empathetic.
Chindra Hemayanti Kuncoro, S.Psi
Clinical Director (Citraland Branch)
Interacting with children has always been a point of interest for her. She believes that every interaction between an adult and a child is always a learning process for both.
She received her bachelor's degree at UBAYA. As she works with children with special needs, she realized that she is passionate in helping children learn & play
Tiara Rosyanti Mahardika
Admin (West Branch)
For her, working with watching children grow and learn with enthusiasm is like positive energy that fills her day. She believes that working in this field is not just about tasks and responsibilities, but also about creating a joyful and loving environment for children.
Renata S. Suprayogi, S.H.
Financial Admin
Renata graduated from Universitas Surabaya with a Bachelor in Law. She is responsible for Blubridge's finances.
She is passionate about teaching and volunteers to help underprivileged children in her spare time. Her favorite part of working with Blubridge is celebrating the progress our clients make.
Kezia Jeni Hindrawan, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
Graduated as Psychology Bachelor at Universitas Surabaya, She's dedicated to help kids and families in need since Secondary High. For her, sometimes we as adults got to learn from little kids. She believes that children's growth and development is affected by family support. Therefore, parents and sibling involvement is needed, thus family needs to grow together as unit to achieve their goals.
This person is an energetic, passionate, resilient, and warm-hearted. She likes to learn new things. Helping families is such a vitamin for her.
Petronella Theodora Labina, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
She just graduated with a bachelor's degree of psychology at Ubaya. She is very interested and enjoys being involved in interaction and other activities with kids. Various experiences accompanying the children especially at church events made her realize that activities with children always give joy, warmth and happiness. She believes that helping children with special needs with love can make them get what they need so that they can grow and develop optimally like other kids.
Patience, caring, empathic, and friendly are the reasons that kids love her.
Gracia Tiffany Sutrisno, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
Being involved in children’s learning process has become her dream. She got a degree from Universitas Surabaya with a bachelor of Psychology.
Various experiences with kids made her realize that everyone has special learning needs. So she is determined to help children so they can develop optimally and learn with a joyful heart.
Theresia Porong, S.Psi
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
She graduated with a bachelor degree in Psychology at University of Surabaya. She believed that kids are not just a kid itself, for they're full with tons of potential. She also believed that work with special need kids will teach her important lesson to life and allow her to see growth in amazing and measurable ways. Compassionate and craving for meaningful life are the terms that describe her!
Meidy Christianty Soesanto, M.Psi., Psikolog
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
She graduated summa cum laude with a master's degree in Educational Psychology at the University of Surabaya. The 8 years of experience as a music teacher for children with special needs motivated her to conduct several researches that focused on the cognitive and language development of children with special needs.
she believes that children with special needs can transform into their best versions with the right approach and suitable stimulation.
Kartika Ratri Andini, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
She has graduated with a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Diponegoro University, Semarang.
She has a strong passion for helping children with special needs reach their highest potential and integrate into society.
Her interest lies in observing the growth and development process in children, and she is eager to apply her knowledge and skills to make a positive impact in this field.
Metta Devi Terang, S.Psi
Verbal Behavior Therapist (East Branch)
She graduated with a bachelor's degree of psychology from Sanata Dharma University, Yogyakarta.
Since long time ago, she always enjoyed playing with children and wanted to help children grow to reach their fullest potential.
She's known as a friendly, patient, and loving person. And she's currently pursuing her dreams in clinical psychology setting.
Anastasia Patrilia Giacinta Runtu, S.Psi
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
She is graduated as Bachelor of Psychology with cum laude from Widya Mandala Surabaya Catholic University. Interacting and playing with children recharge her energy. She believed that each children are wonderful and worth to be celebrate for every milestone especially the one with special needs.
Etheldreda Videntes Stellam Hermawan, S. Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
She got her bachelor’s degree of Psychology from Atma Jaya Catholic University Jakarta. She’s been passionate in teaching children since college years, by actively joining an education based organization.
Teaching children with special needs has helped her found her life’s purpose. Helping them to reach their own potential is her goal. She also believes that studying should be followed by fun too. Making sure that they’re also happy while learning is her pleasure.
Nora Silvana, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (West Branch)
Kania Angela Efendy, S.Psi.
Verbal Behavior Therapist (Citraland Branch)
OUR SERVICES
CENTER-BASED THERAPY
At our center, we provide a 1-on-1 intensive ABA therapy to learn a wide array of essential skills in a structured environment. The therapy emphasizes on language, behavior and social skills. We can help your child adapt to a new routine, such as preparation before going to school.
TeleTHERAPY
Our BCBA and/or Behavior Therapist will implement treatments to teach the children a range of skills that are used in their daily lives. For instance, mastering toilet training or dressing up. Also working on skill acquisition and problem behavior reduction at home.
PARENTS TRAINING
Our BCBA and/or Behavior Therapist will implement treatments to teach the children a range of skills that are used in their daily lives. For instance, mastering toilet training or dressing up. Also working on skill acquisition and problem behavior reduction at home.
Consultation
Consultation with BCBA or psychologist to see what is happening with your child. In the consultation session, BCBA or psychologist will talk more with the parents (as the representative of the child), especially for children under seven years old, and/or having trouble with communication. If the child is seven years old or above and do not have any communication problem, the consultation session will be divided into 50% with parents, and 50% with the child.
Social skill program
Behavior therapy, that helps children to adapt in their social environment, that includes increasing communication skill, cooperation skill (i.e. taking turns playing with friends), listening skill, staying on topic, and using non-verbal languages appropriately.
OTHER SERVICES
- BluBridge Center provides consultation for your child’s behavioral problems and emotional needs
- Comprehensive assessment: BluBridge, M-Chat-R, VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R
- Teachers/Professional Training: BluBridge provide trainings for special education support for school teachers, parents, and other professionals.