Dr. Diana-Lea Baranovich

Psy. D, Ed.D, MTP, M. Ed.G.C; BME

With over three decades of experience spanning across the United States, the Middle East and Asia, Dr. Diana has worn many hats, which include, teacher, professor, research supervisor, curriculum developer, school counselor and school psychologist.

These professional pursuits are underscored by a passion for higher learning that has provided rich tapestry of degrees, achievements and specializations. These diverse qualifications help enhance her holistic client-focused approach to mental health, education and psychotherapy.

In her work as a psychotherapist, Dr. Diana has guided individuals (birth to senior adults), couples, and families towards mental health and wholeness through diverse therapeutic
modalities; such as verbal therapy, play therapy, dance and movement therapy, expressive arts therapy among many others.

Dr. Diana’s knowledge as a psychologist stems from, not only years of formal education, but several years of working as a liscensed foster care and adoption specialist for children’s protective services in the united states. Dr. Diana has brought this expertise to Malaysia, and has worked as a trainer for administrators and house parents caring for abandoned children and youth through Orphan Care, JKM and Selangor Social Welfare Services.

Aside from her psychotherapy work, Dr. Diana has also developed and serves as the advisor for the music and movement curriculum for Kinderland Educare, headquartered in Singapore, and as an in-house teacher trainer for The Children’s House Montessori School in Kuala Lumpur. As of 2023, Dr. Diana is the co-founder and developmental psychologist for The Preschool in Titiwangsa.

Dr. Diana’s career reflects her passion for education and therapy, demonstrating her commitment to nurturing minds and souls. Her combination of excellence and compassion makes her not just a remarkable professional but also a cherished mentor, teacher and healer. Wherever she is, her presence is a beacon of wisdom, empathy, and inspiration.

Welcome to the transformative world of Diana Lea Baranovich, where healing is an art and education is a lifelong journey.

I believe...

To Evolve into our Authentic Self

By Divine intervention, everyone was conceived and born in order to serve a special purpose. It is the life journey of each of us through self-reflection, creativity and life experiences to embrace and evolve into our unique and authentic self.

Parents are
Paramount

It is the sacred calling of each parent to bond and establish a secure attachment with each child, honoring and respecting the child's unique personality at the same time, nurturing the child's journey in developing a healthy and authentic sense-of-self.

Life Experiences can never be Erased

It is the responsibility of each of us to process our life experience and value the growth and learning experience of each experience whether these experiences are good, bad, pretty or ugly.

Education

  • Doctorate of Psychology in Clinical Psychology
    Specializing in Filial Play Therapy for Adopted and Marginalized Children in Adolescence

    California Southern University, Irvine, California, USA. 2018

  • Doctorate of Education in School Counseling Psychology

    California Coast University, Santa Ana, California, USA. 2007

  • Expert Diploma in Sexology

    Bircham International University, Madrid, Spain. 2024

  • Post Graduate Certificate in Children’s Mental Health
    Specializing in Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Disorders

    Fleming College, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. 2022

  • Certificate of Advanced Study in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy

    Institute of Advanced Psychological Studies. 2021

  • Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Dance Movement Therapy

    New Zealand Chapter of the Australasia Dance Therapy Association. 2020

  • Post Graduate Diploma in Dance Movement Therapy

    University of Auckland, New Zealand. 2018

  • Post Graduate Certificate in Criminal Forensics

    University of Massachusetts Lowell, USA. 2017

  • Certified Clinical Play Therapy Supervisor and Filial Play Therapy Coach

    Play Therapy International, London, England. 2014

  • Advanced Post Graduate Studies in Play Therapy

    Capella University, Minneapolis Minnesota, USA. 2013

  • Masters of Transpersonal Psychology and Psychotherapy

    Graduate Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, Palo Alto, California, USA. 2010

  • M.Ed in Guidance and Counseling

    Loyola University, New Orleans Louisiana. 1986

  • BME in Music and Dance Education, Literature and the English Language.

    Loyola University, New Orleans Louisiana. 1983

Affiliations

  • Dance Therapy Association of Australasia
    Professional Member (#224-05)

  • International Psychotherapy Institute
    Appointed Associate Faculty Member,
    Department of Infant Observation

  • Jungian Life Coach Association

  • American Psychological Association

  • Jungian Society of Houston

  • International Association for the Study of Dreams

  • Trauma Therapist Project

Awards & Recognition

Cert. of Continuing Education - Introduction to Child Psychoanalysis and Child Psychotherapy International Psychotherapy Institute, 2021
Cert. of Continuing Education - Seminar On Essential Elements in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Consultation International Psychotherapy Institute, 2021
Infant Observation Seminar 2019-2020 Certificate International Psychotherapy Institute, 2020
Basic Principles of Somatic Experiencing Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute, 2020
Doc. of Continuing Education - Oedipus Wrecks: Infidelity as Manic Defense International Psychotherapy Institute Slc, 2020
Doc. of Continuing Education - Fundamentals of Psychoanalytic Couple Therapy International Psychotherapy Institute, 2020
Mentor for the Queen’s Young Leader Programme University of Cambridge, 2018
Lifetime Honorary Member Kappa Delta Pi, 2012
Cambridge Scholars Top 100 Educators of the World (No 65) International Education in Cambridge, England, 2004-2005
Cambridge Scholars Women of the Year for recognition in International Education Cambridge, England, 2004
Personal Biography Who's Who among National Educators, 2001
Personal Biography Who's Who of the World, 2000
Personal Biography Who's Who of American Women, 1999
Honorary Professor of Fine Arts Education Beijing Normal University, 1996
Honor's Distinction: Written Comprehensive Exam Master's Degree in Education Loyola University, 1986
Academic Scholarship to Graduate School of Education Loyola University, 1984
Music Performance Scholarship Loyola University, 1980 - 1983
Dean's Honor Roll Loyola University, 1981 - 1983