Counselling Singapore

TYHO counsellors can address issues related to your personal, family, interpersonal, work, and romantic 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) 

Yes, all counsellors at Talk Your Heart Out (TYHO) hold a minimum of a Master’s degree in counselling or psychology.

They are registered with Singapore’s leading professional bodies, including the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC), the Singapore Psychological Society (SPS), and the Association of Psychotherapists and Counsellors Singapore (APACS).

All counsellors go through a rigorous vetting process with a 10% acceptance rate, and are selected for their qualifications, communication skills, empathy, and alignment with TYHO values.

At Talk Your Heart Out (TYHO), almost all of our 150+ counsellors in Singapore offer online counselling sessions via secure audio and video calls, built directly into our ISO-27001, HIPAA and PDPA-certified platform. Our online counselling sessions in Singapore start from S$ 130.80 per session (w/GST).

At TYHO, many clients attend online counselling sessions exclusively, finding it just as effective as face-to-face counselling, with the added benefits of time and cost savings. Sessions from a home setting may also give your counsellor a richer sense of your personal world and day-to-day life.

Other clients use online sessions alongside in-person appointments, particularly when life gets busy and they need flexible support that fits around their schedule. 

Whether you are looking for an online counsellor in Singapore or prefer face-to-face sessions, TYHO has options to suit you.

Yes. Talk Your Heart Out (TYHO) offers same-day counselling sessions in Singapore, subject to counsellor availability.

Sessions run Monday to Sunday, 7am to 11pm SGT — including evenings and weekends. You can book a session in under one minute with us.

WhatsApp TYHO at +65 9831 0005 for help finding a counsellor quickly.

Talk Your Heart Out (TYHO) offers a range of services. These include 

• Individual counselling 
• Marriage counselling 
• Family counselling 
• Grief counselling 
• Child counselling 

We also provide youth counselling and counselling for teens navigating a range of challenges. 

Yes, you can book a session on our platform even if you are not based in Singapore.

However, look into the time zone differences well in advance so you don’t miss out on the scheduled time.

Yes. TYHO welcomes expats, foreigners, and international clients for counselling in Singapore.

Many of our counsellors in Singapore have experience supporting clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, and indeed many of them have lived, studied or trained overseas, which allows them to better understand cross-cultural experiences. TYHO also works with counsellors who are based in other countries such as Australia, USA and Canada. 

Sessions are available in multiple languages including English, Mandarin, Hindi, Thai, French, Russian, among others.

TYHO also supports clients outside Singapore through online counselling sessions.

Yes, your counsellor is under ethical, contractual and professional obligations to keep any information you provide during your counselling sessions strictly confidential (with limited exceptions).

TYHO is a private organisation and is not obligated to share any information you provide with your employer, educational institute or even your family.

In rare situations where your counsellor is concerned about your immediate safety or the safety of others, they may need to reach out to an emergency contact.

Please feel free to ask your counsellor more details regarding confidentiality of sessions, and any exceptions that may apply.

It is normal to begin your counselling journey feeling overwhelmed, and indeed many find that choosing the right counsellor can feel a little daunting. 

At TYHO, we try to provide comprehensive background information on our counsellors so you feel familiar with their profiles. You can read more about their previous work experience, counselling styles and philosophies and the issues they specialise in, and even watch their introductory videos.  

Most importantly, we advise that you feel comfortable enough to open up with your counsellor. It is common to feel that connection doesn’t happen immediately in the first session, and it can take a few sessions to settle into the process. 

If it doesn’t feel right at any point, you can always try someone else. Some clients may also decide to see two or more counsellors before deciding on someone they click with — and that’s a perfectly reasonable way to find the right counsellor too. There’s no pressure to commit.

Please also feel free to WhatsApp our team at +65 9831 0005 or email us at [email protected], as we will be happy to help you decide on a suitable counsellor for you.

In general, the total number of sessions depends on your goals and circumstances. Most clients choose to begin with weekly sessions and start to see meaningful progress within 4–6 sessions.

At TYHO, we believe you should have full ownership of your counselling journey. We don’t set requirements around how often you come, how many sessions you need, and how you progress so you don’t feel pressured. Of course, you’re always welcome to speak with a counsellor if you’d like some guidance on what might work best for you.

No, counsellors are not regulated by law in Singapore.

However, Singapore counsellors may choose to voluntarily register with professional bodies including:

• Singapore Psychological Society (SPS)
• Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC)
• Association of Psychotherapists and Counsellors Singapore (APACS)

These bodies provide specific training and supervision requirements for professionals, as well as require adherence to ethical codes to ensure quality of services provided to Singapore clients.

At TYHO, our counsellors are either currently registered or are in the process of being registered by professional bodies as a way of showing our commitment to quality services.

In Singapore, fees for counselling typically range from S$ 150 to S$ 320+ per session depending on the counsellor’s experience and qualifications. 

In comparison, Talk Your Heart Out (TYHO) offers some of the most affordable counselling in Singapore. This is in line with TYHO’s vision for counselling in Singapore to be accessible for all, along with being of high quality.

Our counselling sessions start from S$ 130.80 per hour (w/GST). In-person sessions start from S$ 174.40 per hour (w/GST), as it includes room rental for the hour. Session packages with discounts of 6–8% are available. You also have the option of speaking with your employer to have counselling sessions covered by them under our Employee Assistance Programme. 

Research consistently shows that counselling is effective for a wide range of mental health concerns. Studies indicate that most clients experience meaningful improvement after an average of 8 sessions (Foundation Psychology; Saxon et al., 2016). Progress often accelerates after the third session (Crago & Gardner, 2012).

Effectiveness depends on the client’s motivation, consistency of attendance, and quality of the counsellor-client relationship.

At TYHO, 98% of clients say they would recommend our counselling services — a direct reflection of the quality our counsellors bring to every session.

During your counselling session, you can expect your counsellor to provide you with a confidential space where you can speak honestly without fear of judgement. Your counsellor is there to listen to you, and help you gain a clearer picture of what you are going through. Rather than offering advice or telling you what to do, the focus is on helping you build self-awareness and internal resources to manage difficult emotions and situations using various evidence-based counselling modalities.

In the earlier counselling sessions, your counsellor will take time to understand your background, go through your intake form, and work with you to clarify your counselling goals. If you would like more information, here’s a detailed guide on what to expect in the first 3 counselling sessions.

As you go further along, counselling sessions can help you to gain insight and resolve any issues you may be facing, including:

• A recurring argument with a partner 
• Tension or distance in a family relationship
• Stress or burnout that has been building up at work
• Feeling stuck in the same patterns, even when you want things to be different
• Wanting to understand why certain situations leave you feeling overwhelmed or drained
• Working through a difficult decision you have been putting off
• Managing and reducing anxiety, stress, and low moods
• Rebuilding confidence and self-esteem

It is completely normal to feel nervous beforehand, or tired after. Both are natural parts of the process. Over time, many people find that their sessions become something they genuinely look forward to.

Your counsellor will gently guide you before and during your first counselling session.

Before your first session, it helps to complete your intake form and therapeutic plan on the website so your counsellor can come prepared and make the most of your time together.

You may also want to spend a few moments reflecting on what has been on your mind lately, or what brought you to seek support. Thinking about what you are hoping to get out of the counselling sessions can be useful too, even if it is just a general sense of how you would like things to be different in your personal or professional life.

Some clients find it helpful to prepare a few questions for the counsellor beforehand, whether around confidentiality, the counsellor’s background and approach, or what the counselling plan might look like. It can also be a good way to get a sense of whether the counsellor is the right fit for you. There are no wrong questions to ask.

If your session is online, try to find a space where you feel free to speak openly without worrying about being overheard or interrupted. A private room, your car, or a closed office can all work well. 

If you are coming in person, try to arrive a few minutes early so you have a moment to settle in before you begin.

Above all, just come as you are. The first session is really about getting to know one another, and trust takes time to build. That is perfectly okay.

No, and this is one of the most common misconceptions about counselling. It is for anyone navigating difficult emotions or challenging situations who would benefit from a safe, supportive space to talk. Relationship difficulties, life transitions, stress at work, feelings of anxiety or low mood, a general sense of feeling lost and grief — these are all completely valid reasons to seek support. So is simply wanting to understand yourself better.

Sometimes the people closest to us, as much as they care, are not always best placed to offer the kind of space we need. A counsellor offers something different: a patient, empathetic and non-judgmental presence that is entirely focused on you, without the complexities that can come with personal relationships.

You do not need to wait for things to get worse before you reach out. Many people come to counselling proactively for self-care, before things get harder.

Whatever you are going through, if it feels significant to you, it is worth talking about.