About Us
October 20, 2020 2025-02-25 22:39About Us
Knowhub empowers children with diverse abilities for success in mainstream education through specialized support programs.
Knowhub is a multidisciplinary therapy center providing individualized support, group therapies, and special education classes to prepare kids with developmental disorders to attend mainstream schools and to help them engage in everyday activities that are meaningful and purposeful, which will improve their quality of life and independence.
We also offer all psychological services, from assessments to therapies and counseling. Our clients range from kids, and adolescents, to adults and we have a dedicated team of professionals with vast experience and knowledge.
Our Mission
To foster everyone in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment through education, therapeutic intervention, and community acceptance.
Our Vision
“To be the leading multidisciplinary intervention center and the trusted mental healthcare partner to create a society where everyone recognizes their abilities, and learn together in a high-quality, inclusive environment”.
Meet the Team
Knowhub consists of highly qualified professionals who will actualize our diverse and sustainable special education approach. Our team is specifically trained to provide holistic education that ensures the learning process of each child with special needs.
Dimuthu Pasqual
Head Psychologist
PhD. Psychology (Reading), MSc. Applied Psychology (Clinical),
BA. Psychology, MAHC/BSP/2021/3370, SLMC-28
Ms. Dimuthu Pasqual is a dedicated and aspiring Licensed Psychologist, currently in pursuit of her PhD in Psychology at the University of Cyberjaya, Malaysia. She is a trainer and Education Methods Specialist in both Sri Lanka and the Maldives. Specializing in pediatric and adolescent care, Ms. Dimuthu brings a wealth of expertise in psychological assessments, formulation, and evaluation of various psychological conditions, providing counselling/psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults, and conducting workshops and training.
She has experience working as a Psychotherapist at the National Council for Mental Health (Sahanaya), a Civil Clinical Counsellor at the Military Hospital in Colombo, and a Counselling Officer (Lieutenant) in the Sri Lanka Navy. Following her service in the SL Navy, she became the Chief Psychologist and lecturer at the Colombo Institute of Research and Psychology (CIRP), affiliated with Coventry University in England, UK. Later, she took on roles as an Educational Methods Specialist at CYRYX College in the Maldives and as a Licensed Psychologist at the Institute for Counselling and Psychotherapy (ICP) in the Maldives.
Mohamed Musthafa Faarooq
Licensed Counsellor, Head Psychotherapist
Mr. Musthafa is a Licensed Counsellor and a psychotherapist with over 15 years of working experience in the field of mental health. He acquired his Master’s degree of clinical practice in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Adelaide (Australia) and Bachelor’s degree in majoring Psychology with Sociology and English Literature from the University of Bangalore.
He is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and other Mindfulness-based Therapies along with Emotion-Focused Therapy(EFT), Narrative Therapy, Hypnotherapy and Family andRelationship Therapy for couples and individuals. He is well-versed in providing mental health interventions for both adults and children who are affected by difficulties such as depression, anxiety, phobias, psychosis and other behavioral problems.
His personal interest areas include research and intervention using Neuropsychotherapy models forPsychosis, Suicide, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and human Attachment Disruption Disorders. Mr. Musthafa is also a mental health professional advocating on the importance of mental health through trainings and workshop.
Antonette Benosa
Special Educator
Ms. Antonette Benosa, is a Certified Special Educator with 6 years of experience specializing in developing individualized education plans, behavior intervention plans, and program management.
She is a Behavior Therapist and a Registered Psychometrician. She completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Psychology in the Philippines and has completed her 40-hour training in Behavior Analysis and got a certification in Behavior Analysis in Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) in the United States.
Reenalyn Austria
Special Educator
Ms. Reenalyn Austria is a Certified Special Educator with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and is a Registered Psychometrician (RPm), with additional units in special education.
With nearly two years of experience as a behavioral therapist in the Philippines, she specializes in one-on-one sessions with children from early childhood to adolescence. Her compassionate approach fosters trust and creates a supportive environment, while she collaborates closely with families to promote holistic development and continually seeks to enhance her skills.
Mariyam Arshad
Licensed Occupational Therapist
Ms. Mariyam Arshad brings over 7 years of invaluable expertise working with children facing various neurological problems and developmental delays. As an Occupational Therapist with a diverse range of experience, she has diligently worked with children diagnosed with ASD, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome, and Stroke. She strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters growth, independence, and self-expression through therapeutic intervention.
Anna Gabrielle Juta
Licensed Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist
With over five years of experience. Ms. Anna Gabrielle A. Juta is a PROMPT Level 1-trained clinician. Prompts for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets (PROMPT) is an evidence-based approach that provides a framework to assess a child’s Physical-Sensory, Cognitive-Linguistic, and Social-Emotional Domains.
She works with children with autism spectrum disorder, global developmental delay, intellectual disability, social communication disorder, attention-deficit / hyperactivity disorder, fluency disorders, and other speech-language conditions.
Fathmath Zuha Abdul Rauf
Associate Psychologist
Fathmath Zuha Abdul Rauf is an Associate Psychologist performing as a Behavioural Therapist and Psychotherapy Assistant under supervision. She holds a degree in Bachelors of Science Psychology and has gained hands on experience providing therapy sessions to children aged 2-12 years and their families to overcome challenges, build healthier habits, and improve emotional well-being.
Ms. Zuha is passionate about assisting and supporting children and adolescents with strategies to manage behaviors, develop coping skills, or support your loved one through a difficult times. She is committed to continually improve her knowledge and skill set to further assist children, through evidence based practices.
Aminath Iasha
Dietitian (APD)
Ms. Aminath Iasha is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) with a Master of Dietetics degree from Deakin University, Australia, and a Bachelor of Honours degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from Punjab Agricultural University, India. She has further enhanced her expertise in Paediatric Dietetics through professional development with the Royal Children’s Hospital.
With over five years of experience in both clinical and public health nutrition, Iasha is dedicated to supporting families in overcoming eating and feeding difficulties while creating stress-free, positive mealtime experiences. She adopts a family-centred approach, collaborating closely with parents and caregivers to develop achievable goals that optimize the child’s nutritional intake and support overall growth and development.
Aishath Nafha Nazeer
Support Executive
We are thrilled to introduce Ms. Aishath Nafha Nazeer as part of our dynamic team. She has over 2 years of experience in office management in a clinical setting, where she has developed a passion for creating effective workflow and fostering a positive work environment.
Nafha who is currently completing her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology is overseeing the day to day functioning of the center. Her dedication to both her academic and professional development is truly inspiring. Ms. Nafha is a valuable member of Knowhub Team!
