About Us

Chatrine is a mother of two young children whose personal journey navigating learning environments inspired the founding of Atelier of Minds. Having experienced firsthand the challenge of finding spaces that truly understand and support diverse learning needs, she is deeply passionate about creating accessible, inclusive environments where every child can thrive.

With a professional background spanning technology, entertainment, and social media platforms, Chatrine brings a modern, creative, and systems-driven perspective to education. She holds a degree in International Relations from Arcadia University, Pennsylvania.

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Sherly’s journey of parenthood profoundly reshaped her understanding of learning, resilience, and possibility. Walking alongside her child, she witnessed how traditional expectations can hinder learning—and how empathy, flexibility, and understanding can unlock remarkable creativity, intelligence, and growth. 

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Sherly co-founded Atelier of Minds to create an environment where differences are celebrated, and learning is personalized—while families feel supported. She holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Oregon, with a double major in Finance and Accounting, bringing both compassion and analytical rigor to the center’s foundation.

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Donny is a father of two young children who understands the difficulty many families face in finding qualified, reliable, and enriching learning environments in Jakarta. He believes that beyond academics, children need inclusive, high-quality experiences to prepare them for an increasingly complex future—and that inclusive settings benefit all learners. This conviction led him to co-found Atelier of Minds.

Donny currently works in the technology sector and previously spent years in international development. He holds a Master’s degree in Economic Development from Harvard University and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Indonesia.

Ries is a pediatric occupational therapist with clinical experience supporting children across clinic-, school-, and home-based settings. She has worked with established centers including CMC Learning Tree (Meruya & PIK), Potentia Center, and Brawijaya Clinic. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Indonesia and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Paramadina University.
 

Trained in Sensory Integration (SI) and DIR® Floortime, Ries brings a thoughtful, child-centered approach to her work. She is experienced in standardized assessments such as Beery VMI, TVPS, WeeFIM, and ACLS, and is known for her warm collaboration with families and educators to support meaningful, consistent progress.

Merizza has a background in financial administration. A graduate of Bina Sarana Informatika in Administrative Management, she oversees admin and marketing at Atelier of Minds.

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Merizza believes that well-organized administration and effective communication are key to creating a supportive environment and ensuring the success of every program.

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Sahla has a background in psychology at Paramadina University. During her studies, she worked in an inclusive school as a shadow teacher and counseling teacher. She believes that children with special needs have the same rights as other children to develop their best potential and grow into independent individuals.

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She hopes to contribute to creating a safe, comfortable, and adaptive learning environment where children feel supported in their development.

Budiman is a friendly person who loves to smile. Mas Bud—his nickname—ensures the Center remains clean and comfortable while the children attend various classes at Atelier of Minds.