Dr. Saniel is a Certified Forensic Psychology Expert and Certified Specialist in Counseling Psychology, with nearly ten years of practice as a Registered Psychologist and Registered Psychometrician.

She completed her Ph.D. in Psychology (Clinical Psychology) at Ateneo de Davao University, earned her Master of Science in Psychology (Cum Laude) from Saint Louis University, and Top 2 in the Postgraduate Certificate in Forensic Psychology at the Philippine Investigation and Forensic Science Academy.

She is a psychologist at Ateneo de Manila University, where she provides counseling, assessment, and mental health support for Higher Education students. Her consultancies include drug and behavioral rehabilitation center, psychological clinic, corporate groups, and training institutions. Her practice focuses on forensic assessment, behavioral rehabilitation, student mental health, and workplace well-being, guided by her advocacy for women empowerment and trauma-informed care.

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