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 Hidden Dangers of Alcohol Misuse
Alcohol, often perceived as a harmless social lubricant, can quickly become a silent saboteur of our mental and physical health. Learn about the risks of consuming too much alcohol with counsellor Anne Ueberbach.
How To Find Calm In A Constantly Connected Digital World
Finding calm and maintaining mental well-being can be a daunting task, especially when it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant barrage of notifications, emails, and social media updates. With social media platforms, instant messaging apps, and a constant stream of notifications, our lives are perpetually tethered to our devices. While technology brings numerous benefits, such as increased access to information and enhanced communication, it also poses significant challenges to our mental health. The perpetual connectivity can lead to digital overwhelm, stress, anxiety, and even depression.
Overcoming Relationship Doubts: Finding Clarity and Strengthening Your Bond
Relationship doubts can be a heavy burden to carry, leaving you feeling uncertain, anxious, and unsure about the future of your partnership. If you're struggling with doubts about your relationship, know that you're not alone. Many couples face similar challenges, and seeking help from a relationship therapist can be a game-changer.
How to Align your Actions with your Values
As humans, we all strive to live a life that is true to who we are and what we stand for. But often, we find ourselves getting caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life and losing sight of what's truly important to us.
Step Parenting across the Ages
Are you a step parent? Do you find it challenging to parent kids/teens not your own? Find out what are the key points in step parenting with children of different ages.
Online Dating and Your Mental Health
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.
How to Increase Emotional Awareness by Lim Swee Chen
Learn the importance of emotional awareness and how to do increase your emotional awareness with Counsellor Lim Swee Chen.
Why Everyone in your Family needs Down Time
Between work, school, extracurricular activities, and social commitments, it's easy to forget the importance of down time, time to do nothing in particular. But the truth is, everyone in your family needs down time.
Prosper in Mental Health; Physical Health will Reign, by Jumh Tantri
Learn how to improve your mental health with counsellor/parenting coach/career coach Jumh Tantri
Build Yourself Up – Improving a better you! by Stacey Henderson
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.
My Partner is never there for me when it counts! by Natasha Larkin
Is your partner standing beside you when you are needing emotional support? Or are they often withdrawn and you are continually emotionally alone? Learn what you can do when you feel emotionally on your own…
Depression In Men: Challenging Stereotypes & Seeking Support
Depression affects millions worldwide, but men often face unique challenges in acknowledging and addressing their mental health. Stereotypes and societal expectations about masculinity can prevent men from seeking the help they need. It's crucial to break these stereotypes and encourage men to seek support, including professional services like depression and anxiety counselling in Singapore.
What Are Emotional Childhood Wounds and How do They Affect Us in Adulthood? by Kim Bartholdi
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
Managing Conflict in a Multi-Cultural Environment by Paula Brunning
Learn how culture can impact how we understand and approach conflict with counsellor, career coach and parenting coach Paula Brunning.
Food: Its Connection and How It Affects Our Cognitive and Mental Health (Caffeine Series)
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
How to Confront and Integrate the Shadow by Shifan Hu-Couble
Learn how to manage and integrate your shadow of hidden judgement into your conscious mind with counsellor Shifan Hu-Couble
Nurturing Your Brain Health Through Menopause: Helpful Strategies and Considerations for Women
Menopause marks a natural phase in a woman's life, bringing about hormonal changes that can impact various aspects of health, including brain function. As a Relationship Counsellor and Clinical Sexologist, Dr. Martha Tara Lee delves into the effects of perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause on the brain and shares valuable insights on how women can support their cognitive well-being during these transitions.
What is “Digital Self-Harm”?
“Digital self-harm”, although a relatively new concept, is far more common in teenagers than you might think. But what does it mean?
Late-Life Divorce - How does it Affect Men vs Women?
Divorce at any stage of life can be a challenging and emotionally draining experience. But did you know late-life divorce affects men differently than women?
Recognising the Signs of Burnout and How to Prevent it
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