Welcome to our mental health blog!
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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The Silent Relationship Killer: How Micro-Cheating Could Be Sabotaging Your Love Life by Dr Martha Tara Lee
Have you heard of the term Micro-Cheating? Learn how micro-cheating can impact your relationship with Sex Therapist and Relationship Counsellor Dr Martha Tara Lee.
Expat Fatigue/Expat Burnout: The Unspoken Struggle of Living Abroad
Living abroad can be a thrilling adventure, but it can also lead to expat fatigue/burnout. Learn to identify the symptoms, understand the causes, and find ways to manage stress and build resilience.
From Conflict to Connection
Are you feeling distanced and disconnected with the conflicts you are having with your partner? What can we do to move from conflict to connection? Can Counselling help?
Co-Parenting with Your Ex: Essential Elements of a Successful Parenting Plan
Are you co-parenting with your ex? Do you know what is involved in setting up a parenting plan that benefits your child / teen?
The Challenges Of Learning A New Language As An Expat
Moving to a new country is an exhilarating adventure, filled with the promise of new experiences, cultural immersion, and personal growth. For many expats in Singapore, this journey also includes the challenge of learning a new language. Singapore, a vibrant and multicultural city-state, is home to a diverse population where multiple languages are spoken. While English is the lingua franca, the local vernacular includes Mandarin, Malay, and Tamil, among others. For expatriates, adapting to this linguistic diversity can be both a fascinating and daunting task.
Getting out of Impasse as a Couple
Do you often find yourself in an impasse during your conflict as a couple? Likely one or both of your vulnerability is being triggered. Read on to learn how to get out of this vicious escalating cycle.
Dealing with Family of Origin Issues
Are you still struggling with the effects and impacts from your family of origin? Find out how counselling or psychotherapy can help you overcome these traumas and issues.
The Mental Health of Olympic Athletes: The True Weight of Gold
Learn about the mental health issues our Olympic Athletes struggle with and how you can seek help for your performance issues just like them.
Psychological Therapies: Which one do I need? by Kim Bartholdi
Learn about the different psychotherapeutic approaches and find out which is best suited for your issue.
The Toll of Financial Stress on Mental Health
The consequences of financial stress extend far beyond the individual, with ripple effects on relationships, work performance, and overall well-being. Learn how to manage your mental health while experiencing financial stress.
How to Make Friends in Singapore
Learn how to make friends in Singapore based on personal experience from our counsellor Anne Ueberbach.
Understanding Obsessive Negative Thoughts and Strategies to Overcome Them by Stacey Lee Henderson
Do you struggle with OCD, depression or anxiety disorder? Do you feel overwhelmed by your intrusive negative thoughts? Clinical Psychologist Stacey Lee Henderson speaks about what to do in managing these obsessive negative thoughts.
What is EMDR and is it for you? by Shifan Hu-Couble
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) is the gold standard for trauma treatment. Find out from Counsellor & Psychotherapist Shifan Hu-Couble what is entailed in an EMDR session and what issues it can be used for.
Your First Steps: What to Expect in a Gottman Method Assessment for Expat Couples in Singapore By Nicholas Smith
Find out the details of Gottman method assessment during a couple’s counselling session with Supervised Counsellor & Career Coach Nicholas Smith.
How To Handle Depression Triggers In Your Daily Life
Depression is a complex mental health condition that can be influenced by a variety of factors. One crucial aspect of managing depression is understanding and handling the triggers that can exacerbate symptoms. Depression triggers are events, situations, or even thoughts that can lead to a worsening of depressive symptoms. These can vary widely from person to person, making it essential to identify your specific triggers to better manage your mental health.
The Adventure of Rediscovering Each Other as Couple by Nicholas Smith
Learn how to improve your relationship map with Gottman Couple’s counselling method with Supervised Counsellor & Career Coach Nicholas Smith.
Relationship Resilience for Global Nomads: Exploring the Gottman Method for Nurturing Marriage Abroad by Nicholas Smith
Do you know what makes your relationship resilient as you travel around the globe as an expat? Supervised Counsellor Nicholas Smith discuss how to nurture your marriage while being abroad.
Cheer for Yourself: How Celebrating Success Helps By Lim Swee Chen
Do you struggle to acknowledge your success or achievement? Learn the importance of celebrating your success and how to cheer for yourself with Counsellor & Parenting Coach, Lim Swee Chen of The Counselling Place Singapore.
Self-Awareness – How it can help you?
Self-awareness is the ability to see yourself clearly and objectively through reflection and introspection. How self-aware do you feel you are? Why is it important to be self aware with your partner? Being aligned with how you approach life together is ideal. When it comes to building self-awareness, it's not merely a buzz word but represents a unique strength which has the potential to transform your relationships.
Adjusting to a New Location for Work or Study: Prioritizing Your Mental Health By Paula Brunning
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.