When a loved one is diagnosed with a terminal illness, families often experience a wave of emotions—shock, fear, sadness, and uncertainty about the future. While the focus naturally centres on the person who is ill, family members themselves are also navigating a complex emotional journey. Counsellor Lim Swee Chen explores how understanding the psychological responses that often arise can help families move through this difficult time with greater compassion and awareness.

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.

Unhealthy thinking patterns often operate beneath the surface of mental health struggles, quietly shaping our emotions, decisions, and relationships. In psychology, these habitual errors are known as cognitive distortions—biased mental shortcuts that twist how we interpret ourselves, others, and life events. While everyone experiences them occasionally, when distortions become automatic and repetitive, they can fuel depression, intensify stress, and drain hope. The good news? These patterns are learned, meaning they can also be unlearned. With the right tools, especially Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), distorted thoughts can be challenged, reframed, and replaced with healthier perspectives that lighten emotional burdens and restore a sense of control. Learn how with Counsellor, Paula Brunning, of The Counselling Place Singapore.

Is your teen refusing therapy, and you’re not sure what to do next? You're not alone. Discover why teens resist mental health support and how you, as a parent, can gently guide them toward help—without conflict or pressure. Learn powerful strategies to foster trust, open communication, and support your teen’s emotional well-being with Counsellor & Parenting Coach, Paula Brunning of The Counselling Place Singapore.

Struggling with mental health challenges? An Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) might be the lifeline you need. Discover how IOPs blend flexibility with comprehensive support, empowering you to reclaim your life while navigating the path to recovery. Read on to see if this approach is right for you or your loved ones.

Are after-hours emails silently killing your mental health? Discover the hidden costs of 24/7 email culture and learn 5 strategies to reclaim your personal time, reduce stress, and achieve a healthier work-life balance

Up to 20% of women face debilitating mental health struggles during the perinatal period. Discover the critical importance of perinatal mental health for the well-being of mothers, babies, and families.

Discover how eating 3 servings of fruit daily can lower your risk of late-life depression. Learn more about this simple yet powerful strategy and other essential tips for healthy aging.

Are you aware of the profound benefits nature has on our mental health? Join us as we review the findings of a recent meta-analysis to find out how you can reap the benefits of being in nature.

Are you moving to a new location for work or study? Learn strategies to cope with Counsellor, Career Coach & Parenting Coach, Paula Brunning of The Counselling Place Singapore.

Are you an expatriate? Do you have anxiety, depression, ADHD, or other mental health challenges? How do you manage and maintain good mental health in a new home country like Singapore? Learn how the local professional mental health system like Psychologist, Counsellor, or Psychotherapy works.

Learn how to move on from the comparison trap and how to manage your FOMO when it comes to achieving the life milestones of getting married, having a children and purchasing your dream home.

Find out how to noticeably enhance your mental well-being and cognitive health through your diet with counsellor and fitness coach Leon Chng.

Do you know how to maintain good mental health while you are travelling? Counsellor & Coach Paula Brunning share how to make preparation before and during the trip.

If you, like 366 million other people in the world, are using dating apps like Tinder, Bumble, Hinge, Grindr, etc., you may be subjected to its psychological effects – good and bad.

Have you ever felt inadequate? Have thoughts of self-doubt, self-criticism or negative thinking swayed your confidence and ability to face a crowd or deliver a presentation? Learn how to boost your self-confidence and self-esteem with clinical & organizational psychologist Stacey Henderson.

Difficult experiences that cause childhood wounds can shape the way people feel about themselves and the world around them. Learn about the 5 types of childhood wounds we carry into adulthood today with Psychologist Kim Bartholdi of The Counselling Place Singapore

Learn more about the impacts of food - especially caffeine - on your mental and cognitive health with counsellor and fitness coach (certified in specialist nutrition & fitness nutrition) Leon Chng

Burnout affects over 75% of Singapore residents. Are you one of them? Learn how you can prevent burnout with the expert counsellors and psychologists at The Counselling Place in Singapore

We all spend a lot of time on social media every single day, but are you aware of the negative impacts social media can have on our mental health?