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.
Looking for a particular topic? Use the search bar and hit enter!
Are you shy? It might be social anxiety, by Kim Bartholdi
Are you just shy or could you be struggling with social anxiety? Clinical psychologist Kim Bartholdi shares the difference between shyness and social anxiety, and what steps you can take to overcome it.
Understanding How Childhood Experiences Shape Adult Intimacy Issues by Lim Swee Chen
Do you struggle to let others become close and intimate to you? Find our how childhood experiences may have an impact and how counselling with a Psychologist, counsellor, or psychotherapist can help you get to the root of your intimacy issues.
A Counselling Perspective on Diet for Mental Well-being and Optimal Cognitive Health, by Leon Chng
Find out how to noticeably enhance your mental well-being and cognitive health through your diet with counsellor and fitness coach Leon Chng.
Are you Checked Out? by Stacey Lee Henderson
Do you feel like you have emotionally checked out from your relationship? Learn what next steps you can take to address this shift in your relationship with Psychologist Stacey Lee Henderson of The Counselling Place Singapore.
What is a Healthy Relationship? by Natasha Larkin
Find out whether your relationship is healthy or unhealthy with couples counsellor Natasha Larkin.
Prepare For Good Mental Health During Travel by Paula Brunning
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.
The Crucial Role Of Sleep In Mental Health And Depression
Unlock the secrets to better mental health by understanding the crucial role of sleep in fighting depression. Learn how rest can transform your mind and mood.
Detach and externalise from a toxic relationship. Pain is inevitable but acceptance and moving on is a choice. by Jumh Tantri
Are you in a toxic relationship or struggling to get out of one? Counsellor Jumh Tantri share some strategies for you to be able to be detached and exit from a toxic relationship.
How to be alone? by Shifan Hu-Couble
Do you have challenges being alone? Learn helpful strategies with Counsellor and Psychotherapist Shifan Hu-Couble to counter your feelings of loneliness. Find out how counselling or psychotherapy can help.
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome at Work: Tips and Strategies
Feeling like a fraud at work? You’re not alone! Imposter Syndrome is more common than you think. Learn how to manage your self-doubts with a few simple strategies.
Understanding the Psychology behind the Love & Consumption of Vintage
Do you have affinity for old things? Do you have nostalgia for time gone-by? Learn from Director & Registered Psychologist about the psychologist behind the love for vintage. Where does counselling or psychotherapy comes in?
Maintaining Connection During Expatriate Summer Break
Are you struggling as an expatriate family to stay connected during the summer break? What can you do as a family to help improve your relationship? Where does counselling or psychotherapy fit during this period?Are you struggling as an expatriate family to stay connected during the summer break? What can you do as a family to help improve your relationship? Where does counselling or psychotherapy fit during this period?
Parenting Children who have Undergone Separation & Divorce
Are you going through separation or divorce? Do you have concerns about how your children or teens are coping? Learn what are the issues children or teens may be experiencing, what signs to look out for and how you can help as a parent.
Navigating Intimacy in a Time-Pressed World: 18 Strategies for Busy Couples Feeling Overwhelmed by Dr Martha Tara Lee
Learn how to find time for intimacy & sex in your couple relationship in today’s fast-paced world with Sex Therapist & Relationship Counsellor, Dr Martha Tara Lee.
Building and Improving Social Skills: A Key to Unlocking Stronger Relationships and Greater Success
Social skills are the foundation of our interactions with others, and they play a crucial role in our personal and professional lives. Learn how to improve your communication skills with a few simple steps.
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.