Daranee Junla

Daranee Junla (Joy), PhD, is a lecturer in Psychology specializing in parenting interventions, child development, and family well-being, with a strong background in working with children with special needs. As a DIR/Floortime practitioner, she applies a developmental, relationship-based approach to support children with autism and other developmental challenges, fostering emotional connections and social engagement. She collaborates with the RICD Parenting Center and other organizations to develop evidence-based programs that empower caregivers and enhance child-rearing practices. Her work emphasizes community-based interventions, psychological support for parents, and early childhood development, particularly for children with developmental and learning challenges.