Counselling in Singapore
Find a qualified Therapist to talk to today!
At TYHO, we go above and beyond to ensure you receive the highest quality counselling in Singapore.
- Singapore-based counselling platform
- 98% of our clients would recommend TYHO
- Strict selection process with 10% acceptance rate for counsellors
- Online & In-person (various locations)
- 70+ vetted & multicultural counsellors in Singapore
- Same day & after hours (incl weekend) sessions available
Counselling in Singapore
Find a qualified counsellor to talk to today!
At TYHO, we go above and beyond to ensure you receive the highest quality counselling in Singapore.
- Singapore-based counselling platform
- 98% of our clients would recommend TYHO
- Strict selection process with 10% acceptance rate for counsellors
- Online & In-person (various locations)
- 70+ vetted & multicultural counsellors in Singapore
- Same day & after hours (incl weekend) sessions available
Counselling in Singapore
Find someone to talk to today!
At TYHO, we go above and beyond to ensure you receive the highest quality counselling in Singapore. In fact, 98% of our clients would gladly recommend TYHO to others.
Talk Your Heart Out (TYHO) (est. 2020) is proud to be a Singapore-headquartered therapy platform focused on quality, ease of use, and superior client outcomes.
Counsellors Handpicked Just for You
We provide both online and in-person sessions. The addresses of Counsellors providing in-person sessions are indicated on their short profile below. They include Tanjong Pagar, Raffles Place, Bencoolen, Paya Lebar and Novena. For more profiles, please click on “Find More Counsellors” below.
We encourage you to go into the details of each TYHO counsellor in Singapore. Explore their profiles, videos, and client reviews before making a decision.
Counsellors Handpicked Just for You
We provide both in-person and online counselling in Singapore. The addresses of Singapore counsellors providing in-person sessions are indicated on their short profile below. They include Tanjong Pagar, Raffles Place, Bencoolen, Paya Lebar and Novena. For more profiles, please click on “Find More Counsellors” below.
We encourage you to go into the details of each TYHO counsellor in Singapore. Explore their profiles, videos, and client reviews before making a decision.
How Counselling Works on TYHO
In Singapore’s rich cultural and social setting, your mental well-being deserves personalised care. Our user-friendly platform helps you find counsellors in Singapore who understand your unique needs. Our experts cater to different languages, age groups, and specific mental health concerns prevalent in Singapore.
Choose Your Counsellor
Browse through our counsellors’ short videos and read their profiles. Doing so will help you find out about the issues counsellors can help with, their therapeutic approaches, and even get a glimpse into their personal interests.
Book a Session
Click the ‘Book a Session’ button on your chosen counsellor’s profile. During booking, you can select the type of service, medium, and date to see the total cost and availability of the counsellor. Create a TYHO account to schedule and manage your counselling sessions conveniently.
Start Counselling
Work with your counsellor on a structured counselling programme using tools like your Therapeutic Plan and Intake Form. Your journey is unique, and so should be your counselling experience.
Why Counselling With TYHO?
You can find affordable, accessible, and high-quality counselling in Singapore at TYHO. We also provide valuable information to improve your therapy experience with us.
Unmatched Therapeutic Expertise
Our counsellors are highly qualified in several therapeutic approaches like narrative therapy, Person-centred Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
Flexibility in Scheduling
At TYHO, you are not bound by rigid timelines. We provide sessions after hours, on weekends, or even on the same day to accommodate your schedule.
Satisfaction Rate
88% of our clients are satisfied with our platform. We also have 5-star ratings on Google reviews and Trustpilot for our services – which stands out as TYHO’s defining feature.
User-Friendly Online Platform
It will take you less than a minute to book a session on TYHO. You don’t need to download another mobile app to access our platform.
Multilingual Counsellors
Our diverse team of counsellors in Singapore are fluent in multiple languages, including English, Mandarin Chinese, Cantonese, Malay, Tamil and more.
Privacy and Confidentiality
As per the PDPA guidelines, we use secure servers and encryption for transactions. Your counsellor has an ethical responsibility to keep the content of your sessions confidential.
Issues We Help With
We provide professional counselling services for the following issues:
Mood Regulation
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Low moods and depression
- Anger management
- Mood instability
Personal
- Self-esteem
- People pleasing
- Self-awareness & growth
- Trauma, including PTSD and childhood & intergenerational trauma
- Grief
Family & Relationships
- Relationship issues, including marriage preparation and couples counselling
- Intimacy issues
- Family relationships, including parental stress
- Communication problems
Academic & Work-Related
- Work-related stress
- Performance coaching
- Academic stress
Other issues (eg BPD, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and addiction counselling)
Counselling Interventions
Our Singapore counsellors use a combination of evidence-based interventions depending on client needs. These include:
- Cognitive Therapies
- Solution-Focused Therapy (SFBT)
- Mindfulness
- Interpersonal Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Psychotherapy
- Attachment Therapy
About Our Counselling Services in Singapore
Location: TYHO offers in-person and online counselling services. Locations for in-person sessions include Chinatown, Tanjong Pagar, Tiong Bahru, City Hall, Raffles Place, and more.
Languages: Singapore counsellors at TYHO are able to conduct sessions in different languages, such as Malay, English, Mandarin Chinese, Hindi, Cantonese, and Tamil, among others.
Availability: Our best online counsellors are available Monday to Sunday, 7 days a week, 7 am – 11 pm SGT. Same-day counselling are also open. WhatsApp us for help with scheduling!
Client profiles: We provide affordable youth counselling, teen counselling, and counselling for students and working professionals.
Singapore counsellor profiles: On TYHO, you can expect:
- Multiculturalism and acceptance of diverse backgrounds (eg sexual orientations, cultural identities, or language abilities)
- Non-judgemental and unconditional support
- Excellent communication skills
- Alignment with TYHO values of being empathetic in interactions with clients and professionalism
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Counselling Services in Singapore
At TYHO, we offer several types of affordable counselling in Singapore. We help you manage and overcome issues in different aspects of your life.
In the below section, you will find more information about mental health issues we help with and our online counselling services (including same-day counselling). Click on the link of each service to read more!
Counselling Services
Depression Counselling
Our Singapore counsellors will help you manage emotions, overcome sadness, and help you rediscover joy in life.
Therapy Services
TYHO Therapists are vetted for their compassion, expertise, and commitment to your well-being and growth.
Anxiety Counselling
Experts can help you manage stress and worry, and learn scientific tools to increase calmness and resilience.
Couples Counselling
Navigate couple issues like arguments and disconnect. Improve your love life with the help of our counsellors.
Marriage Counselling
Strengthen your bond with your spouse by solving conflicts, and build a happy marriage today.
Psychological Services
TYHO psychologists are dedicated to improving your life, mental health and mental resilience.
Anger Management
Gain control of your anger and learn strategies to become more calm, in control, and mindful.
Grief Counselling
Navigate your journey through the stages of grief, find peace, and heal with professional support.
Psychotherapy Services
Explore the root causes of your issues, and learn therapeutic tools for personal development.
Family Counselling
Strengthen family bonds through open communication, resolving conflicts, and improving understanding.
Counselling in Singapore: Introduction
If you are looking to start counselling for you or your loved ones, this section can help you understand:
- What counselling is
- Signs you might need counselling
- Common goals of counselling
What is counselling?
Counselling is a space where you can talk about your most private and vulnerable experiences with your counsellor.
However, you might wonder when or if you truly need a professional space.
Due to our negative experiences in life, we tend to think lowly of ourselves. Many struggle with issues like low self-esteem, overthinking, feeling sad for no reason, and losing trust in their decisions.
How can counselling help?
Talking to your counsellor can help in many ways. You can improve your mood, change your negative thought patterns, and learn to manage your emotions healthily. It can also help you build healthy relationships with those around you. To do so, you may learn how to develop communication skills, assertiveness and boundaries.
Our counsellors in Singapore use evidence-based techniques like cognitive-behavioural therapy and narrative therapy. Through CBT, professionals help you explore your feelings, thoughts, and beliefs.
Eventually, you will begin to feel self-reliant in coping with your difficulties.
A common myth is that support from loved ones can replace counselling. Although community support is essential in dealing with problems like low confidence and indecisiveness, it is quite different from professional counselling.
What truly sets the counsellor-client relationship apart from generally seeking advice from friends or family has a lot to do with personal bias.
During therapy, the counsellors are committed to keeping their biases and influence out of the therapy setting.
We believe that you are the best person to understand yourself and your life experiences. That is why TYHO counsellors are experts in ensuring that their ideas do not cloud your judgement during counselling.
Why choose TYHO counsellors?
- TYHO’s Singapore counsellors are professionals with relevant qualifications (all our Professional Counsellors have at least a Master’s degree in counselling).
- Our counsellors provide in-person and online counselling in Singapore to local as well as international clients.
- Counsellors at TYHO are also well-equipped to address specific issues faced by men, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, children, couples, and families.
How do I know whether to go for Counselling in Singapore?
We get that you might have many worries about looking for counselling. To make this simple for you, we have listed some of the usual concerns people seek counselling for.
Read the queries below and check if you relate to any of the specific signs. Some of the questions to ask yourself are:
- Do you always feel sad, anxious, or angry?
- Do you find trouble in doing routine and daily tasks (eg brushing your teeth, taking a bath, cooking, exercising, eating)?
- Are you someone who relies on unhelpful activities to cope with or ignore your problems? For example, actions like overeating, doom-scrolling (eg scrolling endlessly on social media), too much gaming, shopping or drinking can lead to a loop of negativity and mood swings.
- Do you always feel like something is off or like you cannot make any choices in your own or work life?
If you said yes to 2 or more queries, counselling could help you gain clarity on the issues. You can learn tools to overcome your unique problems.
At TYHO, our approach is based in understanding and respect. We believe that you are the expert in your life.
TYHO counsellors in Singapore are skilled and caring. No matter where you are in life, you can find help with us and work on your mental well-being!
What are the common goals of counselling?
Everyone looks for counselling in Singapore for several causes – all very varied and valid. Some people may pick counselling to grow or better their habits. On the other hand, some may want to improve their talking skills.
Regardless of the reason, counsellors will help you make sense of yourself. Your counsellor will challenge you to push past your safe zone and help you set short and long-term goals based on your needs.
Some usual goals of counselling are as follows:
1) Work on problems and explore the next steps
In the first sessions at TYHO, you may get ideas into your issues. To do so, you will spot patterns in how you think, feel, and act with your counsellor.
Doing so will help you notice patterns in your life that might have otherwise may have been in your blindspot.
Once you spot the specific problems troubling you, you can find out the next steps with your counsellor.
You and your counsellor will decide on what type of therapy to use for your problems.
2) Get long-term support
Growth and healing is not linear. You may find yourself falling back to your bad coping ways once in a while. That is totally okay and normal.
Over time, however, you will find yourself getting closer to the goals you set out for yourself.
Through long-term support from your counsellor, you will never feel alone on your mental well-being journey.
TYHO counsellors in Singapore will help you. Gain their unwavering guidance and objective views as you work towards achieving your goals.
3) Build your strengths
As Sigmund Freud once said, “Out of your vulnerabilities will come your strength.” Your counsellors will celebrate your milestones in therapy.
Through assigned homework and assertiveness skills, counsellors will help you build upon your inherent strengths.
Counselling Services in TYHO
At TYHO, we offer several counselling services in Singapore. We help you manage and overcome issues in different aspects of your life.
Our counselling services are listed below. Click on the ‘Read More’ button to gain an in-depth understanding.
Counselling in Singapore: How Can It Help You?
If you have ever felt stressed and burnt out by work pressure or struggled to maintain a relationship, you are not alone.
Many people face similar challenges. Professional counselling can help you find balance in your personal and professional life.
Common issues treated in counselling include:
Counselling is for everyone from all walks of life. You can seek counselling if you need help with a specific issue like managing social anxiety.
Similarly, therapy can help if you want to seek help for personal growth (eg developing healthy habits).
We provide a safe and non-judgmental space in all our counselling sessions in Singapore. Here, you can seek guidance for low moods, negative thoughts, and personal or work-related stress.
Counselling can help you with several issues. Some of the most common ones are listed below.
You may need professional help if you:
Counselling sessions can be scary, especially if it is your first time seeking counselling in Singapore.
In the initial sessions, your counsellor will focus on building rapport with you. Developing rapport with your counsellor will set the foundation for therapy. Moreover, getting to know your counsellor will also improve your relationship with them and help you feel more comfortable.
During the first counselling session, your counsellor will ask you several questions. Your honesty will help them understand you as a person and your life experiences.
In the next step, your counsellor will move on to specific questions. Some could include your symptoms and what has brought you to counselling. Listening to your experiences will help them choose a therapy that best fits your needs.
Note: You can ask any questions you want to your counsellor at any time during the sessions. There are no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ questions.
The process of exchanging questions and answers can initially feel intimidating or messy. However, talking will help set clear boundaries with your counsellor.
TYHO counsellors in Singapore are trained in several therapeutic approaches. What works for one person may not necessarily work for another. Hence, your counsellor will work with you to develop a therapeutic plan personalised for you.
For example, the therapeutic plan may include applying certain CBT tools in your daily life, working on ‘homework’ that your counsellor may ask you to submit, or tracking your mood or appetite changes.
Some of the types of therapy that TYHO counsellors use include:
Getting Started With Counselling in Singapore
This section will help you get started with the best counselling in Singapore and prepare you to begin your first session.
We talk about:
- The process of counselling
- Counselling interventions
- What to expect during counselling sessions in Singapore
- How do you know if you need counselling
- How counselling services can help you
After preparation, visit the Singaporean counsellor’s profiles, review the information, and directly book an online or in-person counselling service to get started!
Frequently Asked Questions
TYHO counsellors can address issues related to your personal, family, interpersonal, work, and love life.
We specialise in addressing:
- Mental health issues: Anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, and more
- Relationship issues: Conflicts and arguments in relationships, marriage, family, friendships
- Self-improvement: Improving self-esteem, confidence, clarity on life and feelings, and personal development
- Stress: Coping with work-related stress, academic pressure, and caregiver stress
- Life transitions: Overcoming loneliness, isolation, LGBTQ+ issues, and cultural adjustments (eg moving to a new place)
At TYHO, online counselling in Singapore starts from S$ 130.80 (w/GST).
In-person sessions may cost an additional amount of S$ 43.60 (w/GST). The additional amount includes rental of an office space, online transactions, and administrative expenses.
Visit our pricing page for more on discounts, therapy session packages, and affordable counselling in Singapore.
Singaporean counsellors at TYHO all have a minimum of a master’s degree in counselling or psychology.
We work with offline and online counsellors who have excellent communication skills and align with TYHO values.
Our values include:
- Being non-judgemental and empathetic during sessions
- Showing sensitivity to diverse backgrounds (eg sexual orientations, cultural identities)
- Having excellent communication skills
On the one hand, online counselling sessions at TYHO are accessible remotely from any location or time zone.
If you have limited mobility, time restrictions, or feel hesitant to talk face-to-face, we recommend meeting our online counsellors.
Affordable counselling in Singapore is available during and even after work hours. Our platform’s flexibility can be helpful for those struggling to manage their work and personal lives.
Couples can attend online counselling in Singapore from the same or different locations. Similarly, a working parent can attend a session from their office, while the other family members can join from home on a separate device.
Furthermore, online counselling may provide the client with a sense of ‘ownership’. You may find more autonomy in setting the volume, tone, and boundary of self-disclosure without other positive or negative leads.
On the other hand, we provide in-person counselling in multiple locations in Singapore.
Offline sessions take place in a counsellor’s office or at the TYHO room in Chinatown to provide you with a space away from your daily life.
A neutral location can increase your comfort when sharing sensitive information and may prevent influencing your emotional state.
Decades of research have proven the effectiveness of offline counselling. You may also have more options for modalities, as some interventions may rely on movement.
Click the link below to find the right counsellor and begin your path to wellness today by receiving the best counselling in Singapore.
Yes. We provide private counselling. Information you share during sessions falls under ‘privileged communication’, or confidentiality. Your details will not be shared without your explicit consent.
In some cases where the counsellor observes the client is likely to harm themselves or others, they may reach out to an emergency contact person.
At TYHO, we offer Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for companies of all sizes (eg big organisations or start-ups).
You can receive our affordable counselling in Singapore at a subsidised rate.
We provide customised services based on your company’s budget and needs.
For example, apart from receiving affordable counselling, you can participate in our workshops on several social and mental issues like assertiveness at work, self-care for busy professionals, mindfulness, and sleeping soundly.
If you are a student and in need of affordable counselling in Singapore, talk to your teachers or staff in school.
Most schools in Singapore have at least one school counsellor. You may also have the facility to seek free or affordable counselling.
Counselling is talk therapy. You can overcome specific issues such as financial stress, work anxiety, and low self-esteem through counselling.
Therapy can help with deep-rooted difficulties like unresolve childhood trauma, attachment issues, and unhealthy relationships.
At TYHO, we collectively refer to our professional counsellors and psychologists as ‘Therapists’. We use counselling and therapy interchangeably.
Hence, the difference does not have a huge significance on our platform.
We only suggest that you select a Therapist in Singapore whose services and counselling style align with your needs. This ensures that you receive the best counselling sessions in Singapore.
Talk Your Heart Out (TYHO) offers a range of services. These include
- Individual counselling
- Couples counselling
- Family counselling
- Grief counselling
- Child counselling
- Marriage counselling
Moreover, we provide youth counselling and counselling for teens who may struggle with various life issues.
We also host online and offline workshops and AMA sessions to discuss the trending and important issues and topics related to mental health. Find our latest events on our Media page!
Further, we provide resources on personal and professional development. You can find more information by subscribing to our newsletter below!
To choose a counsellor in Singapore, review our experts’ profiles.
Before you start the research process, remember to find someone you think will understand your personal issues.
You may have to attend 1 or 2 sessions to judge your comfort level.
Try to assess how easy you find it to converse with your counsellor, because the benefits you gain from counselling boils down to the relationship you can build with your counsellor.
Some of our clients even prefer to try counselling session with a few different TYHO Therapists before sticking with one professional.
Hence, try not to fret about taking time to choose the right counsellor. Feel free to visit our pricing page to find affordable counselling.
Note: We provide confidential and private counselling.
The question does not have a direct answer. The effectiveness of counselling differs for clients due to several factors like:
- Motivations for seeking support
- Goals of counselling
- Levels of commitment
- Client-therapist fit
According to research, after attending an average of 8 sessions (Foundation Psychology; Saxon et al., 2016), individuals report the most significant decrease in psychological distress and are most likely to experience positive life changes.
In addition, those who decide to withdraw within or just after three sessions are less likely to experience positive outcomes. This is because progress often starts taking a turn for the better after the third session (Crago & Gardner, 2012).
Affordable counselling is delivered in several ways in Singapore. A therapist may see you:
- In person at their office/counselling centre
- Your place (during a house visit)
- Speak with you online (via audio/video conferencing)
- Over the phone
At TYHO, besides English and Mandarin, you may also talk with your online counsellor in your preferred language (eg Malay, Tamil, Hindi) or even dialect (eg Cantonese, Hokkien).
You and your online counsellor would typically discuss your struggles and feelings during your session. Your Therapist may then use:
- Relevant therapeutic approaches/techniques
- Take you through specific exercises/activities
- Perform assessments to help you better manage your challenges
In addition, different services (eg individual, couples, or family therapy) may call for different mediums.
For instance, a family may find attending their family counselling session in person easier than online. What matters is that you (and the other person(s) involved) select an option you find comfortable.
Each counselling session on TYHO typically lasts one hour. How many total counselling sessions are required varies greatly based on your (or couple’s or family’s) needs.
Clients usually start out with weekly counselling sessions at the beginning of their counselling journey with us. Having regular sessions helps to keep their progress going.
You can get counselling in Singapore by booking a session with our counsellors.
Our sessions are high-quality, affordable, and accessible. Counsellors who work with us are also non-judgemental and always open to exploring differently cultural influences on a client’s life.
You can also receive support through private practices which cover a broad array of issues.
There are also Family Service Centres (FSCs) located in different areas.
You can find your nearest Family Service Centre using this locator.
Yes, you can book online counselling in Singapore.
However, look into the time zone differences well in advance so you don’t miss out the scheduled time!
Yes, professional bodies that represent offline and online counsellors in Singapore include:
- Singapore Psychological Society (SPS)
- Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC)
- Association of Psychotherapists and Counsellors Singapore (APACS)
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