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Never stop learning with our blog bites. Here, we'll share strategies and insights into counselling, psychotherapy, psychology and common concerns. From relaxation strategies and self-improvement tools to managing anxiety, depression or other mental health concerns, as well as introductions to different therapeutic approaches, we’ve got it all covered!
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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.
Is It Just a Phase? A Parenting Guide to Recognizing Early Signs of Autism
Is your child’s behavior just a phase — or something more? From late talking to social challenges, early signs of autism can be confusing. In this compassionate guide, psychologist Ho Shee Wai explains what to look for, when to seek help, and how an autism assessment can offer clarity, support, and a roadmap forward.
Help! My Partner Has ADHD: How to Understand, Cope, and Strengthen Your Relationship
Living with a partner who has ADHD can feel confusing, exhausting, and sometimes heartbreaking. You may find yourself wondering: is this forgetfulness, distraction, or impulsivity because of ADHD — or do they just not care? In this blog, psychologist Ho Shee Wai unpacks what ADHD really looks like in relationships, what’s reasonable to expect, and how couples can move from frustration to teamwork and connection.
Little People, Big Emotions: How to Support Your Child’s Emotional Development
Parenting is full of surprises — from joyful milestones to emotional meltdowns over the “wrong” sandwich cut. In this blog, psychologist & parenting coach, Stacey explores why children experience such big emotions, how parents can support them with empathy and calm, and why these moments are essential for raising resilient, emotionally healthy humans.
Work and Parenting Through the Storms: It Takes a Village
Balancing career, family, and identity often leaves parents feeling underwater—but you're not meant to swim alone. In this blog, Psychologist & Parenting Coach, Stacey Lee Henderson explore how building a supportive “village” transforms stress into resilience, helps you weather parenting storms, and redefines success on your own terms.
Autism in Adults: Recognising the Signs and Challenges Beyond Childhood
Autism isn’t just a childhood condition—it continues into adulthood, often unnoticed or misunderstood. Many adults live with undiagnosed autism, navigating daily challenges like social fatigue, sensory overload, emotional regulation issues, and identity confusion. In this blog, Counsellor & Parenting Coach, Lim Swee Chen helps identify common adult autism traits, debunks myths, and offers compassionate next steps for self-understanding and support.
Parenting Empathy in Children: A Guide to Raising Compassionate and Understanding Kids
Want to raise kind, emotionally intelligent kids? It starts with empathy.
In today’s fast-paced, high-pressure world, teaching children empathy is one of the most powerful gifts a parent can give. Empathy helps kids connect with others, manage their emotions, and build stronger relationships—skills that shape success in life, school, and friendships. In this guide, Psychologist & Parenting Coach, Stacey Lee Henderson, explores how to raise empathetic children using practical, science-backed parenting strategies rooted in emotional intelligence, perspective-taking, and compassionate discipline.
Empowering Teens: Essential Life Skills They Need at Every Stage of Development
Navigating adolescence is challenging, but equipping your teen with the right life skills can help them thrive. Discover the key developmental milestones and life skills your teen needs to succeed. Start building a solid foundation for your teen's future today!
Transition to Singlehood: Navigating Life After a Relationship Breakup or Divorce
Did you just experience a relationship breakup? Are you finding yourself feeling loss after being part of a couple for so long? Going through a breakup can leave you feeling lost and uncertain about the future. In this blog, we explore how to navigate the emotional transition to singlehood, rebuild your confidence, and find healing. Discover practical steps and professional counselling support to guide you through this challenging time.
Love vs Desire: Understanding the Key Differences for Healthy Relationships
Discover the key differences between love and desire and how they shape your relationships. Learn how balancing both emotions can lead to deeper connection and lasting passion. Explore expert insights and practical tips from a registered psychologist to nurture your relationship today.
The Greatest Gift You Can Give Your Child: Accompanying
Do you know what is the greatest gift you can give your child/teen? Are you spending your time and effort on the wrong things? Learn through counselling how to provide the best love for your child/teen – accompanying.
Managing Chronic Illness: How Counselling Can Help You Cope and Thrive
Are you struggling with a chronic illness? Do you question is this illness all there is to your life? Learn how counselling can be helpful in getting you the life that you want despite of your illness.
To Stay or Go? How Counselling Can Help You Make the Tough Decision in Your Relationship
Are you at a cross-road in your couple relationship or marriage? Are you questioning whether it’s time to bite the bullet and go or give it one more try and stay? Find out how counselling (couple or individual) can help you make that decision.
Cultural Differences in Parenting: Embracing Diversity in Your Family
As couple, we each comes with different family cultures. This difference is even more stark if we are a cross-cultural or Expat couple. How do we navigate the difference in our parenting? Can this difference be a strength for our family?
Mastering Life’s Challenges: A Deep Dive into Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Are you struggling with your emotions? Is this creating problems in your interpersonal relationship? Counselling with Dialectical Behaviour Therapy may be the answer.
Effective Parenting Strategies for Supporting Your Child During Exam Season
Do you find it stressful during the exam season even though it’s your child / teen who’s taking the exam? Are you wanting to support your child / teen but not sure what to do? Learn tips for creating a conducive study environment at home, strategies for effective communication with your child about their study needs and feelings, and techniques for helping children manage stress and anxiety related to exams with our Director & Registered Psychologist, Ho Shee Wai.
The Role of Gratitude in Strengthening Relationships: How Couple Counselling Can Help.
Did you know that couples who regularly express gratitude towards each other report significantly higher levels of relationship satisfaction? In a world often filled with distractions and stress, taking a moment to appreciate your partner could be the key to unlocking a deeper connection and lasting love. Find out how couple counselling can help you do that.
Transforming Lives: The Power of Intensive Outpatient Programs in Counselling
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.
The Pleasure Gap: Why Women Are Missing Out and How to Close It by Dr Martha Tara Lee
Ever felt like there’s an imbalance in how pleasure is experienced in heterosexual relationships? Dr Martha Tara Lee shares how what couple can do to help ensure everyone is having a satisfying sexual relationship.
Parenting After Adolescence: Embracing the Adult-Child Dynamic
Has your teen entered into adulthood? Learn how to navigate change in your relationship dynamic with your adult child.