Ruti Asa, MSc.
Developmental Psychologist &
Special Educational Needs Specialist
About me
My name is Ruti Asa.
I have been trained as a developmental psychologist and I am working at schools with students who need special educational needs.
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Welcome to my website.
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Qualifications
2026 - PGCert, Special and Additional Needs, University of East London & ICEP Europe
2013 - Master of Science, Development and Psychopathology - University of Reading
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UK Qualification:
British Psychological Society , graduate member
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Child and Adolescent
Psychiatry
I completed my bachelor's studies in Sociology and Psychology at Istanbul Bilgi University with a dual degree. Eager to expand my knowledge, I pursued a Master of Science in Development and Psychopathology at the University of Reading, UK.
After my training, I took on various roles in the field of child and adolescent psychiatry, and have familiarised myself with assessment tools, interview techniques and child and adolescent mental health. Passionate to learn more about Autism, I have organised social skills groups with patients who were diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
In 2014, my school counseling journey has begun and continued for the next five years. I have worked with families from different cultural backgrounds in internationally diverse schools, with students aged between 3 to 11, interviewed numerous families, applied many educational assessments, read and wrote numerous psycho-educational reports, developed many tailored education plans for different educational needs, and took proactive roles in many students’ school-based problems.
School Counselling & First Contacts with Special Educational Needs
Becoming a Learning Support Specialist
Relocating to Paris in 2019, I pursued a more focused role in the British Education System and qualified myself as a Learning Support Specialist within a standard school environment, which allowed me to work hand in hand with pupils with special educational needs and learn about inclusion in depth.
I have had many students who were diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, Learning Difficulties, and students who need socio-emotional support. I offered all sorts of support sessions including curriculum support, executive functioning support and study skills, social and life skills support, preparation for the next stage (after school phase and independency), and socio-emotional support.
After more than a decade of intense professional life, I launched my new project "SEND Superheroes". This bilingual initiative is designed to raise awareness about neurodiversity and Special Educational Needs (SEND) . My mission is to promote understanding, advocate for inclusive education, and educate as many people as possible about the unique needs and strengths of neurodiverse individuals.​
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I am currently based in the Netherlands and I continue to work inside and outside of schools with students who need special educational needs. I offer my services in English and Turkish.
Please check out "Services" page for more detail on my online sessions.
