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Grief, Death, Pets, Child and/or Adolescent Issues, Child Development, Child Mental Health The Counselling Place Grief, Death, Pets, Child and/or Adolescent Issues, Child Development, Child Mental Health The Counselling Place

When a Child Loses a Pet: How to Support Grief That Adults Often Overlook

When a child loses a pet, adults often underestimate the depth of the grief. But for many children, this is their first experience of loss — and it can shape how they understand love, attachment, and death. In Singapore, where pets often become emotional anchors in busy or expatriate families, this loss can feel even more significant than adults realize. Psychologist & Supervised Counsellor, Ewelina Sawicka, explains why.

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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Trauma & Recovery, Trauma, Post Traumatic Growth The Counselling Place Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Trauma & Recovery, Trauma, Post Traumatic Growth The Counselling Place

Can Trauma Make You Stronger? The Truth About Post-Traumatic Growth

Can something positive emerge from deeply painful experiences?
While trauma can be overwhelming, many people discover unexpected strength, clarity, and growth in the process of healing. This is known as post-traumatic growth. Psychologist & Supervised Counsellor, explains how understanding it can change how we see recovery.

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