Dr. Kemide Antoine is a Developmental Psychologist, counsellor, educator, and mental health advocate with a strong commitment to advancing psychological well-being and understanding human development across the lifespan. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of the Southern Caribbean, where her early academic training cultivated a deep interest in the complexities of human behavior and development.
She later earned a Master of Science in Counselling Psychology from the same institution, strengthening her clinical foundation and equipping her with practical therapeutic skills to support individuals navigating life challenges, emotional distress, and major life transitions. Driven by a passion for research and deeper understanding of human development, Dr. Antoine pursued doctoral studies at Capella University, where she completed a PhD in Developmental Psychology with a specialization in lifespan development. Her doctoral work explored the dynamic interplay between cognitive, emotional, and social factors that shape human growth and development throughout the life course.
Dr. Antoine currently serves as a Developmental Psychologist at Families in Action, where she provides psychological support and intervention for individuals and families facing a wide range of mental health and developmental challenges. Her professional background also includes service at the Ministry of Social Development and Family Services, where she worked as a Liaison Officer, gaining valuable experience in social services and community-based support systems. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Antoine contributes to higher education as an Adjunct Lecturer in Psychology at the University of the Southern Caribbean, where she teaches courses in human development and psychology while mentoring students pursuing careers in the behavioral sciences.
Dr. Antoine also serves as Managing Director and Vice President of Student Support and Administration at T&T Business Etiquette & Protocol Specialists Limited, a private training institute where she oversees student development, support services, and academic guidance. In this role, she integrates psychological insight with educational leadership to support student success and personal development.
Her clinical work is informed by continued training in evidence-based therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gestalt Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. Through these approaches, she has worked extensively with adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families experiencing issues such as trauma, abuse, behavioral difficulties, depression, developmental concerns, and autism spectrum conditions.
Committed to advancing mental health awareness and psychological education, Dr. Antoine continues to engage in professional development, training initiatives, and community-based interventions. Through her clinical practice, teaching, and leadership roles, she strives to contribute meaningfully to the growth of the mental health field while empowering individuals and communities to achieve psychological well-being.