fb

About Us

welcome to the Centre for Human Development

We are a full-service, Trauma Based, Psychological, Counselling, Mental Health, private practice based in Trinidad and Tobago and the Caribbean. We help clients make true, meaningful, and mindful choices about their lives. We believe that therapy can provide a great platform to nurture personal growth and development. In a comfortable atmosphere, our therapists provide a highly person-centred approach designed to your individual needs.


The individuals, families and companies (EAP) we serve have complex needs. The clinical team is well-trained and qualified in various, effective evidence-based techniques to ensure the best is given to all our clients. They are passionate about their profession and always improve their skills. Our clinicians provide high-quality professional and compassionate service.

 With three locations in Trinidad (South, East and West) and one in Tobago and now with our full ONLINE PLATFORM, we can provide safe and private therapeutic services to you whether in Trinidad and Tobago, the Caribbean or anywhere in the world. The therapeutic bond is critical to us. If at any time you feel you would like to consult with another therapist within our practice, this can be arranged.

Call us, we are ready to answer all your questions.

Hanif E. A. Benjamin, LMSW, BSC., C.C.T., C.F.T

President & Chief Executive Officer,
The Centre For Human Development Limited

1 +

Clients trust us

When Do I Know It Is Time to Seek Therapy?

If there are issues that may be causing distress or interferes with daily life, it may be time to seek therapy. This can mean negative thoughts, feelings, behaviours, or even a bodily feeling such as pain or fatigue. Critical, you may not want to wait until symptoms become severe before seeking therapy. If you often feel unhappy or feel overwhelmed and hopeless about your life, you may also want to seek therapy if you are. Therapy can also help if you cannot focus on work or school, experience addiction, or feel like hurting yourself or someone else.

Avoidant is real for some people, and some of the major reasons might be:

Long Term Benefits of Therapy:

Over time, a therapist can help you:

How Therapy Works

Therapy is where the client is treated on a one-on-one, family, group, and couple’s basis with a therapist. The client is allowed to confidentially talk through problems or situations with a trained professional. It does not necessarily make problems disappear, but it equips individuals with the tools needed to cope with them more appropriately.

Vision

The Centre for Human Development Limited will become the premier Social Service Agency in Trinidad and Tobago, serving Children, Families, and the Community, determined to develop human capacity through continuous training and development.

Mission

Our mission is to facilitate continuity of care by strengthening families, building communities, and developing minds in an environment that fosters healing through solution-focused, person-centered practices.

Who We Work With

Our team work with Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Families, Groups & Employee Assistance Programme. We help you develop understanding and acquire tools that will enable you to lead more fulfilled, balanced and rewarding lives.

Our Commitment

The Centre for Human Development Limited is committed to delivering social, psychological, and counselling services locally, regionally, and internationally. It is our distinct belief that those we serve are in the greatest position to chart their course and take control of their lives. Our commitment to you is to utilize our most skilled practitioners to deliver services to you utilizing best practices, person-centered, and solution-focused modalities.

Core Values

➢ EVERY PERSON WILL BE TREATED WITH DIGNITY AND RESPECT
No person will be made to feel inadequate or “less than”, in any way. Every issue or situation will be treated with the level of dignity and respect it deserved.

➢ CONFIDENTIALLY ABOVE ALL
Every person, every case, and every situation will be treated with the utmost level of confidentiality afforded by law and with the level of ethics that govern our profession.

➢ ADVOCACY
No, is not an option, we will use our influence and knowledge to improve social conditions, expand community outreach, and develop resources for our families and communities.

➢ HIGH STANDARDS SET
We will set, meet, and surpass the highest standards for all of those whom we serve, along with the highest levels of business ethics, morals, and responsibility.

➢ SOLUTION FOCUSED
The Centre is committed to Solution-Focused Services, utilizing proven evidence-based competencies and abilities to move the individual and the family or community forward.

Meet Our Clinical Director

Clinical Therapist & Clinical Traumatologist

The Centre for Human Development

Strengthening Families, Building Communities, Developing Minds

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Testimonials

FAQs

Popular Questions

We have answers to common questions people ask,
Therapy can be helpful when you want to make changes in your life. When you feel stuck in old patterns, a therapist can help you to explore different perspectives and discover new solutions. Many people feel like they should be able to tackle problems on their own. Deciding to consult a therapist is not a sign of weakness. On the contrary, a commitment to making positive changes in your life is a sign of strength. Therapy isn’t easy. But individuals willing to work in close partnership with their Therapist or psychologist often find relief from their emotional distress and begin to lead more productive and fulfilling lives. Going to therapy is an investment in yourself.
A therapist doesn’t solve your problems for you. Rather, he or she helps you clarify issues, so you can solve problems on your own with a therapist’s guidance, support, and expertise. The goal of therapy is to make you more self-sufficient, not more dependent.

During the initial session, your therapist would like to know more about what has brought you to therapy. In the case of couple and family sessions, each person will be asked to share their perspectives. The therapist will ask questions about the problem to develop a deeper understanding and may also ask questions about solutions attempted, other issues, and individual histories. Within the first few sessions, your therapist will ask you about your goals for therapy. Subsequent sessions will focus on reaching your goals along with addressing obstacles and conflicts which may arise along the way.

Within our general framework, we usually meet with clients weekly. Weekly sessions allow for addressing important issues and maintain a sense of continuity through the process. However, the frequency of sessions is flexible and is based on your needs.

Please arrive at least 20 minutes before the scheduled appointment to complete information forms. This will help the therapist know the reason(s) you are seeking services and how s/he can assist you. The therapist will meet with you for approximately 60 minutes. At this first session, you will be asked questions to clarify your current situation and history. The therapist will discuss treatment options with you.

Whatever you say in therapy, stays in therapy. However, there are times when a therapist is legally obligated to break confidentiality:

  1. Harm to self or others. If a therapist believes that you are in imminent danger of hurting yourself or someone else, a family member, police, or ambulance will be called to ensure safety.
  2. A child under the age of 18 or an older adult in care is in danger. In these cases, Family and Children’s Services or the police will be called.
  3. Your files are subpoenaed by the court
  4. A client experienced a health emergency during a session. In this case, medical staff would be provided only with the necessary information. No information about why a client is in therapy will be shared.

Some therapists carry confidentiality into the community. We inform clients that if we see them in the community we will not say hello. We don’t want to put anyone in a situation where they have to explain how they know me. We are open to speaking to clients outside of the office, but they get to make the first contact

Since each of these professionals can provide mental health services, it can be confusing to figure out which one is right for you. The best way to explain it is by breaking down the services they provide.

  1. Psychiatrist: A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD) who has done extra training in psychiatry. Psychiatrists can diagnose a mental health issue, such as schizophrenia, and prescribe any necessary medication. Some psychiatrists provide therapy to their patients, but due to the shortage of psychiatrists, in my experience, they usually provide diagnosis and medication management. Psychiatrists may refer their patients to therapists/psychologists for therapy.
  2. Psychologist: Psychologists hold at least a master’s degree in psychology and also go as far as obtaining a Doctorate. They are qualified to diagnose mental health issues, but not prescribe medication. They provide counseling.
Since the health crisis, we’ve made our online counseling program more robust. In addition to the flexibility of meeting online, we’ve also made video sessions available to new and existing clients who want to meet remotely.
We currently accept all forms except (links) payments and bank transfers. For bank transfers, fees are expected to be paid 24hr before the appointment takes place. Please contact our admin team at thecentre@tchdltd.com for bank transfer payment instructions.

TCHD accepts all insurance forms. Please walk with your form and a referral.

Get in Touch