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When Anger Controls You: Understanding the Roots of Uncontrollable Rage
When anger takes the wheel, it can feel faster than your logic and bigger than the moment. This guide explains why rage can hijack your body and mind—and the practical steps that help you slow it down, repair connection, and regain control. Learn how with Counsellor, Soolin Choi.
How Do I Motivate My Child or Teen? A Practical Guide
Every child wants to do well—when they feel they can. If your child or teen seems “unmotivated,” it’s usually not laziness. It’s a signal: I’m overwhelmed, unsure, or exhausted. Psychologist, Ho Shee Wai offers calm, practical steps to rebuild motivation at a pace that actually works—without shouting matches or endless nagging.
Love on the Spectrum: Building Neurodiverse Relationships in Singapore
Love can look and feel different on the spectrum—and that difference can be a strength. Counsellor, Lim Swee Chen offers clear, compassionate tools for autistic and neurotypical partners to communicate better, honour sensory needs, and rebuild connection. If you’re seeking neurodiverse couples therapy in Singapore or simply clearer ways to connect, this guide offers practical, judgment-free steps.
How Men Can Show Up Emotionally for Their Partners
Being emotionally available isn’t about saying more—it’s about showing up with presence. Counsellor Nicholas Smith gives busy, expat-life men simple, research-informed habits (evening check-ins, “turning toward” bids, and self-awareness) that strengthen connection fast.
Grief After Divorce: Heal, Reclaim, and Rebuild
Divorce isn’t just a legal event—it’s a profound emotional rupture. Counsellor Paula Brunning offers a compassionate, evidence-informed path to feel, heal, and steadily rebuild your life after loss, including when the relationship involved manipulation or control.
Welcoming a New Baby and Preparing Your Toddler for Change
Welcoming a new baby is a joyful milestone, but it can stir a whirlwind of emotions for your toddler and for you. Jealousy, confusion, and regression are common as your child adjusts to sharing your attention. This blog offers practical tips for both the parents and your toddler, to feel seen and secure during this big change.
Navigating Dating After Divorce: Rebounds, Readiness, and Real Connections
Dating after divorce can feel like stepping into another world. Some jump in quickly and end up in rebounds, while others avoid dating altogether, worried about getting hurt again. The truth? There’s no single “right time” to start. What matters is understanding your readiness, learning from the past, and approaching dating as a chance for growth and authentic connection. This guide by sex therapist & relationship counsellor, Dr Martha Tara Lee will help you navigate dating after divorce with confidence—whether you’re seeking companionship, fun, or a long-term partner.
Establishing Self-Care that is trauma-informed
Trauma leaves more than memories—it leaves imprints on the body, nervous system, and sense of self. While self-care is often promoted as bubble baths and productivity hacks, true trauma-informed self-care goes deeper. It’s about creating safety, restoring regulation, and practicing compassion in ways that honor your lived experiences. Counsellor, Paula Brunning, explores practical strategies—grounding, movement, boundaries, and daily nourishment—that can help you move from survival toward healing.
How to turn sibling rivalry into opportunities for growth
There they go again — shouting, crying, wrestling over toys or snacks. You feel like a full-time referee, worried constant fighting will damage their relationship forever. The good news? Sibling rivalry doesn’t have to be destructive. With the right tools, it can become a pathway for growth, teaching kids resilience, empathy, and communication. In this guide, counsellor & parenting coach, Shifan Hu-Couble, unpacks the causes of sibling rivalry and share strategies to transform tension into connection.
When Silence Isn’t Peace: Navigating Emotional Withdrawal in Relationships
In the middle of an argument, one partner shuts down—arms folded, eyes downcast, words cut off. Silence fills the room, but it’s not the peaceful kind. It’s a heavy pause that leaves both partners feeling hurt, rejected, and unheard. This is emotional withdrawal, also known as stonewalling, and while it may feel protective in the moment, it can erode trust and intimacy over time. Here’s what emotional withdrawal looks like, why it happens, and how couples can break the cycle together.
Doing It All—At What Cost?
In today’s fast-paced, hyper-connected world, busyness often masquerades as success. We cram our calendars, juggle endless responsibilities, and convince ourselves that overwhelm is proof we’re managing life well. Yet many clients in therapy share the same story: exhaustion, anxiety, and disconnection—despite staying “busy.” Beneath this constant overdrive lie patterns that may sabotage wellbeing: avoidant coping, inefficient multitasking, and overscheduling. Let’s unpack how these habits affect mental health with Counsellor, Lim Swee Chen, and how small mindful shifts can bring clarity and balance.
Helping Your Son Build His Identity in a World of Modern Masculinity
Toxic masculinity, rigid stereotypes, and online influencers—raising a son today can feel overwhelming. Many parents worry about how their boys will build confidence, handle emotions, and shape identity in a culture that pushes extremes. Yet research shows that parents can play a powerful role in guiding boys toward resilience, authenticity, and empathy. In this article, Counsellor Nicholas Smith explores modern masculinity, why the “Man Box” matters, and practical ways you can help your son grow into a balanced and confident man.
The Unspoken Truths About Long-Term Relationships Nobody Warns You About
Long-term love isn’t always butterflies and fireworks—and that’s not a bad thing. From the quiet routines that hold couples together to the unglamorous admin of life, discover the unspoken truths about relationships that Hollywood never tells you with Sex Therapist & Relationship Counsellor, Dr Martha Tara Lee.
Embracing Ikigai, Embracing Present as a Gift
In a world filled with stress and uncertainty, the Japanese philosophy of Ikigai offers a simple compass: live fully in the present. Discover how embracing Ikigai can transform anxiety into clarity, and ordinary routines into sources of joy and meaning with Counsellor, Jumh Tantri.
Healing from Parental Heartache
Parental heartache is one of the most hidden forms of grief. While society speaks openly about break-ups or romantic heartbreak, few acknowledge the deep pain parents feel when their child rejects them, cuts off contact, or is tragically lost. This silence can leave parents carrying invisible wounds, wondering where to turn for healing. In this article, psychologist Ho Shee Wai explores the realities of parental grief, why it hurts so deeply, and how parents can begin the journey of healing from rejection, estrangement, or loss.
The Father Effect: How Working Towards Being a Great Dad Makes You a Better Partner
Fatherhood isn’t just about raising children—it’s about transforming yourself. Discover how everyday parenting moments build the relationship skills that make men better partners with Counsellor, Nicholas Smith.
What Ageing Gracefully Really Looks Like
Ageing isn’t a flaw — it’s a privilege. From your 30s to your 50s and beyond, here’s how to embrace every shift with self-awareness, humour, and grace with Counsellor, Lim Swee Chen.
The Impact of Screen Time on Childhood Development: What Parents Need to Know
Are screens shaping your child's future? Discover the surprising truth about the impact of screen time on childhood development and physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being. Learn how to strike a balance to promote healthy habits and a positive relationship with technology for a brighter future.
Parents’ Love Translates into Present Love
The way you love today is no accident — it’s rooted in the love you received yesterday. From affection and presence to boundaries and conflict, our earliest experiences with parents shape the blueprint for our romantic relationships. The good news? You can keep what works, let go of what hurts, and write a new love story for yourself. Find out how with Counsellor, Jumh Tantri.
Building Your R.A.F.T.: A Proven Goodbye Ritual for Smooth Life Transitions
Change, whether planned or unexpected, can stir up a storm of emotions. The R.A.F.T. method—rooted in psychological research—offers a structured way to say goodbye, heal, and move forward with clarity. Learn the four steps with Counsellor, Paula Brunning, to end well and start your next chapter with strength and grace.