Transactional Analysis Conference Singapore 2026 : TA Lens to Mental Health

Transactional Analysis (TA) Association Singapore’s inaugural event of the year!

2026 TAA Singapore Conference: “TA Lens to Mental Health – Embracing Diversity and Inclusivity.”

Explore mental health, diversity, and inclusivity through the lens of TA at this 2-day event - 9 & 10 January 2026.

Conference day will be held on 10 January 2026 (Saturday), 9am to 5:30pm. The full day program will include a keynote address, a panel discussion, and 5 concurrent workshops to select from focusing on clinical, educational, and organizational applications of TA.

A pre-conference clinic will be held on 9 January 2026 (Friday), 2:00pm to 5:30pm, with 4 concurrent workshops to select from.

This event will host both local and international speakers, as well as approximately 200-250 attendees. Read on for more details or visit www.staa.org.sg.

See you there!

2- DAY PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS- 9 JAN 2026 | 2:00PM to 5:30PM

Ticket will include a bento lunch, and afternoon tea-break.

Select one of the following workshops:

“From Rackets to Pacifier” with Anisha Pandya,

“Educational TA and Being at Home in the World” with Dr Giles Barrow,

“Exploring Self-Expression and Emotional Growth: Journey of Self-discovery to Self-recovery” with Vandana Khanna,

“Coaching Through TA Lens” with Jason Woolley.

CONFERENCE DAY - 10 JAN 2026 | 9AM to 5:30PM
Program

(8:00am: Registration / 9:00am: Guests to-be-seated)

9:10am : Arrival of Guest-of-Honour (G.O.H)

9:15am : Address by G.O.H

9:25am : Launch of "Transactional Analysis Unlocked: Exploring Mental Health in Human Relationships" book

9:35am : Keynote Address by Anisha Pandya: “Who Gets to be OK?” TA: Mental Health and the Weight of Social Context.

10:45am : Coffee-break

11:15am : Panel Discussion with 4 Speakers representing, counselling, organisational and

educational settings.

12:45pm : Lunch

2pm to 5:30pm : 5 Concurrent workshops (include tea-break at 3:30pm)

Panel Discussion:

with Panelists -

1. Dr Jessica Leong (TSTA – Clinical, PTSTA – Organization)

2. Ms Anisha Pandya (TSTA – Clinical, University of Mumbai)

3. Dr Giles Barrow (TSTA- Education)

4. Mr Andy Lam (President, Singapore Association for Counselling)

Moderated by Professor Timothy Sim

10 January Workshops:

Select one of the following workshops:

"System Imago – A New Perspective on Group Behaviour and Mental Health" by Anisha Pandya,

"A Brief Introduction to Ecological Transactional Analysis (Eco-TA)" by Dr. Giles Barrow,

"Relationship Analysis in Couple Counselling with TA: Exploring the Space Between" by Reena Goenka,

"Updating your Learning Scripts for Mental Wellness in Learning" by Jr-Earn Karen Lam,

"Interparental Conflict & Child Mental Health Issues" by Prof. Timothy Sim.

Synopses for the workshops can be found in the indidvidual "agenda" below. For full information including learning outcomes and presenters' profiles please visit TAA Singapore website's conference event page.

TICKET PRICES

Pre-Conference : 9 January 2026 | 2.30pm-5.30pm (Workshops)

TAAS Members/ Students: SGD100.00

Standard: SGD130.00

Conference Day : 10 January 2026 | 9.00am-5.30pm

TAAS Members/ Students: SGD260.00

Standard: SGD290.00

2-Day Pre-Conference & Conference : 9 & 10 January 2026

TAAS Members/ Students: SGD330.00

Standard: SGD370.00

PROMO CODES

Early Birds (ALL)- Get your tickets before 1st September 2025 for SGD30.00 off! Use promo code "EARLY" before checking-out.

TAA Singapore Members/Students - Enjoy an additional SGD30.00 off, select a STANDARD ticket and use promo code "TAAS" (TAASingapore Member) or "STU" (Student) before checking out. This will include the early bird discount.

From 1st September (after early-bird sale), continue to enjoy SGD30.00 off by using promo codes "TAAS-SEP" for members or "STU-SEP" for students.

Note: Code does not apply to already discounted ticket "2-Day Conference (STU/TAAS)". Only "EARLY" promo apply for tickets purchased before 1st September.

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About TA

Transactional Analysis (TA) is a psychological, educational and organizational framework that explores how individuals communicate and how their behaviors are shaped by psychological, social, and environmental influences. TA provides deep insights into personality dynamics; behavioral patterns; foster emotional intelligence and facilitate to navigate challenging situations resulting in effective personal leadership and conflict resolution. (View the TA feature video below)

To find out more about TA and TA Association Singapore, please visit TAA Singapore website at www.staa.org.sg

Video courtesy of Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC) for its feature on TA, presented by Dr. Jessica Leong.
"The last 3-mins talk about I am OK, you are OK and the planet is OK. Ok-ness is about equity and inclusiveness" - JL
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Dr. Jessica Leong TSTA CLINICAL, PTSTA ORGANISATIONAL, MSC TA PSYCHOTHERPY

Dr Leong holds the distinction of being Singapore’s first certified Transactional Analyst, and the only certified Clinical Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst, and the first Asian Transactional Analyst to receive the Goulding Award for Excellence in Transactional Analysis Theory and Practice.

She was awarded a scholarship to undertake a Master’s in Counselling with Keele University, UK, and was accorded the Gold Award at the Excellence in Teaching Convention. In 1993, Dr Leong was accredited by the Training Certifying Council (Minneapolis) to undertake the teaching and supervision of tertiary Transactional Analysis trainees. She was the President of the Transactional Analysis Association in Singapore for 20 years, while providing clinical support across government and private sectors which span from academic and finance to health. A founding member, her involvement remains steadfast and invaluable to the Association serving as the current President .

Today, Dr Jessica Leong is the Clinical and Academic Director of the Executive Counselling and Training Academy, the CEO of JC Integra (TA), and the Berne TA Center.