The Counselling Place LLP

24/04/2026

Many couples try weekly therapy and still feel stuck — not because they’re failing, but because the format doesn’t always allow enough time for real repair. When issues are complex or emotions run high, a different structure may be needed. Learn how Gottman Marathon therapy can work.

Feeling stuck in couples therapy? Learn why weekly sessions can fall short and how a Gottman Couples Marathon offers deeper repair with Counsellor, Lim Swee Chen.

22/04/2026

Many people come to counselling not because something dramatic has happened, but because life feels quietly overwhelming. Stress lingers, emotions feel hard to manage, and it becomes difficult to name what’s really going on inside. Emotional intelligence offers a way to understand and work with these inner experiences — and can be a powerful missing piece in healing. Explore how emotional intelligence can support healing and lasting change

Feeling overwhelmed or emotionally stuck? Learn how emotional intelligence supports healing, regulation, and resilience in counselling with Counsellor, Paula Brunning.

20/04/2026

Moving your family to Singapore as an expatriate can feel like a dream, until the honeymoon fades and real parenting begins. Without grandparents or familiar friends you carry the invisible work of helping kids feel safe, seen, and settled. Let’s explore how how you can best support your family during the transition.

Expatriate parenting in Singapore: Understand relocation stress, third culture kids, and practical ways to help your family feel settled and connected.

15/04/2026

S*x Therapist & Relationship Counsellor, Dr Martha Tara Lee, explores the psychology of consensual unwanted s*x — situations where intimacy is chosen but not truly desired, and where consent exists without genuine wanting — how intimacy can become a form of obligation, why desire fades in these dynamics, and what it means for emotional and relational wellbeing.

*xTherapy *xologist

Saying yes to s*x without desire is more common than you think. Learn how consensual unwanted s*x develops and how it affects intimacy with S*x Therapist & Relationship Counsellor, Dr Martha Tara Lee.

13/04/2026

A narcissistic injury is a deep emotional wound that occurs when a person with narcissistic traits feels their self-image has been threatened, exposed, or challenged. While narcissists may appear confident and self-assured, their self-esteem is often fragile and unstable — and when that self-image cracks, the emotional response can be intense and disproportionate. Explore what narcissistic injury is, why it happens, and how to respond when you find yourself on the receiving end.

A narcissistic injury is an intense emotional reaction to perceived criticism or threat. Learn why it happens and how to respond safely with Counsellor & Psychotherapist Shifan Hu-Couble.

08/04/2026

Most parents don’t wake up thinking, “I should get an autism assessment.” They wake up thinking, “Something doesn’t feel quite right.” Whether it’s delayed communication, emotional outbursts, or a child who seems bright but socially lost, many parents spend months wondering whether to wait or seek help. An autism assessment isn’t about rushing to a label — it’s about understanding how your child experiences the world and what support may help.

Unsure if your child needs an autism assessment? Learn how Psychologists assess autism, when ADOS is recommended, and how it helps parents gain clarity with Psychologist, Ho Shee Wai.

06/04/2026

Many women don't come to counselling because they want to change the men in their lives. They come because they feel confused, exhausted, or alone — trying to connect with a father who won’t talk, a partner who shuts down, or a son who seems unreachable. If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why is he like this?” not in anger but in longing, this article is for you.

Struggling to understand your father, partner, or son? Learn why men often shut down emotionally and how to respond without carrying the burden alone with Counsellor, Psychotherapist & Parenting Coach, Ben Ang.

02/04/2026

Many deeply loving parents unknowingly slip into patterns of emotional over-involvement that can place heavy pressure on their children. Explore the hidden signs of codependent parenting, how it shapes a child’s emotional development, and how families can restore balance, connection, and healthy boundaries.

Learn what codependent parenting looks like, how it affects children, and practical steps parents can take to restore healthy emotional boundaries with Counsellor, Psychotherapist & Parenting Coach, Shifan Hu-Couble.

16/03/2026

Meet our team of international and multilingual psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists, s*x therapist and parenting coaches.

*xTherapist *xologist

11/03/2026

Feeling like you don’t speak your partner’s language, despite both of you communicating in English? Or maybe you’re struggling with cultural differences? Learn to truly speak your partner’s language by decoding communication styles and building a shared Third Culture today.

Feeling like you don’t speak your partner’s language, despite both of you communicating in English? Or maybe struggling with cultural differences? Learn to truly 'peak your partner’s language by decoding communication styles and building a shared Third Culture today.

04/03/2026

Feeling emotionally stuck, overwhelmed, or trapped in patterns you can’t seem to break? EMDR therapy helps the brain and body resolve unresolved experiences at their root — often when other therapies haven’t brought lasting change. Learn how EMDR can unlock emotional healing and help you move forward.

Discover how EMDR therapy helps resolve trauma, anxiety, grief, and emotional blocks when other therapies haven’t worked. Book EMDR in Singapore with Psychologist Ho Shee Wai.

25/02/2026

In today’s fast-paced world, many children and parents feel overwhelmed, anxious, and constantly “on edge.” The good news is that calm can begin with something as simple as a breath. Learn easy, science-based breathing techniques families can use together to strengthen emotional regulation, reduce stress, and build lifelong resilience.

Discover science-based breathing techniques parents can teach children to reduce anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and support family wellbeing with Counsellor & Parenting Coach Paula Brunning.