Even if you’re unfamiliar with online therapy in Singapore, chances are you’ve heard that there are different types of approaches and benefits.
Online therapy is common worldwide. People usually seek this option to improve their emotional well-being and prefer the convenience of joining sessions from work or at night from their residence.
Are you wondering if online therapy is right for you? Research shows that e-therapy is just as effective as in-person therapy.
It may be the right option if you prefer convenience, accessibility, and ease of booking!
In this article, we will explore some of the types of approaches used in online sessions, provide a guide to balancing online therapy with daily life, and discuss the effectiveness of online therapy.
During online therapy in Singapore, you may work with a mental health expert to develop a personalised therapeutic plan and framework to meet your goals.
The type of online therapy chosen for you may depend on your:
Initially, regardless of the type of therapy, you may spend a couple of sessions getting to know the therapist and discussing personal and emotional aspects of your life.
The ultimate goal of all approaches is to help you lead a happy and fulfilling life. In this section, let’s explore the three most common types of online therapy in Singapore.
CBT is an intervention that focuses on reframing thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. Its main goal is to equip clients with the tools to solve problems independently.
“This simple idea is that our unique patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving are significant factors in our experiences, both good and bad. Since these patterns significantly impact our experiences, it follows that altering these patterns can change our experiences .” (Martin, 2016).
During online therapy in Singapore, you may work on cognitive distortions – inaccurate and negative thoughts or feelings about yourself or the world.
An example of cognitive distortion is emotional reasoning. If you have this distortion, you may be thinking, ‘Because I feel unattractive, I must be unattractive.’
We think that our feelings are ‘right’, even if they’re harmful. Online therapists may help you overcome these thoughts through several scientific tools.
Most of the CBT tools can be used in therapy and everyday life.
DBT is an intervention with a solid educational component. Online therapists who provide DBT may teach you skills for managing intense feelings and navigating social relationships.
In this approach, ‘dialectic’ means acknowledging that life is complex and mental health is an evolving process requiring careful and proactive self-dialogue.
During this therapy, you may constantly learn how to balance the opposing forces of your beliefs and the truth.
Your online therapist in Singapore may focus on providing four essential DBT skills:
EFT is an intervention that focuses on regulating emotions and improving interpersonal relationships.
Online therapists who offer EFT believe in the evidence that feelings are an organising principle of human life.
This means that every emotion has a direct proactive action you can take.
For example, feeling sad or missing someone is a powerful way to rekindle lost connections with loved ones. Once the bond is restored through therapeutic skills, it becomes a renewable source of comfort, trust, and fulfilment in life.
During online therapy in Singapore, your emotional experiences are the centre of sessions.
The three stages of EFT include:
When it comes to balancing online therapy in Singapore and daily life, proactive planning is your best friend!
Treat your online therapy sessions like any other high-priority appointment – schedule your session at least a week in advance, block it out in your calendar and plan your day around it.
Having a regular slot on the same day and time each week can also help build consistency and reduce the stress of last-minute shuffling.
Even though you’re not commuting to a therapist’s office for online therapy in Singapore, it still needs a bit of logistics prep.
Here’s a quick checklist to prepare for your online therapy sessions:
Planning these ahead of time can help you feel more grounded, relaxed and present during your online therapy session.
Back-to-back work meetings? Sudden errands right before your online therapy session? It’s easy to let other commitments bleed into your therapy time. This blurring of boundaries can be especially common in online therapy.
Since online therapy booking in Singapore can be done from the comfort of your home, you may get wrapped up in something or the other. Consequently, you may be late for your session or end up having to skip it altogether.
It’s thus essential to set clear boundaries – let family and colleagues know you’ll be unavailable, and avoid planning any tasks for at least half an hour before and after your online therapy sessions.
Even after near-perfect planning, life happens, and sometimes meetings may run over and emergencies may come up.
Knowing your therapist’s cancellation and rescheduling policy in advance gives you flexibility and peace of mind.
Many therapists in Singapore have a set notice period for cancellation and rescheduling, so remember to check in with your online therapist regarding theirs.
Many a time, therapy can stir up strong emotions, even if positive.
Give yourself some buffer time before and after each session – even 10-15 minutes – to prepare, reflect, and mentally transition in and out. Use this time to slow down, practice breathing exercises, or journal any immediate thoughts or feelings.
Below are some of the benefits of teletherapy in Singapore:
Are you stretched thin by too many responsibilities at work or home? It can be challenging to choose in-person therapy if you have to make time for travel.
One major benefit of online therapy in Singapore is the option to book sessions from home.
In fact, you can also book same-day sessions with TYHO if you prefer to talk to a Therapist via video call.
Many people may face physical barriers to talking to a therapist face-to-face. For example, people with a tight schedule may not find time to travel, or if someone lives in a remote area, it can be hard to find the right professional.
In such cases, online therapy in Singapore can be accessible to everyone, provided they have a device and a stable internet connection.
With online therapy, you can cut expenses such as travel, food or rent for a private space.
Further, you may find it easier to attend sessions with peace of mind. This is true if you’re especially worried about meeting someone you know near or around the therapy centre.
If you prefer to attend sessions without your loved ones’ knowledge for any reason (eg safety or trust issues), talking to a Therapist via video calls can be private.
Do you see the ‘Sign In’ button in the top right corner of our menu? Tapping that button is the very first step.
Upon clicking it, you will be prompted to sign in to your TYHO account.
If you are a new user and are scheduling your first session, click on ‘here’ in the prompt: ‘If you are a new user, create an account here.’
You can now create your TYHO account in under a minute by entering your details or by signing up with Google/Facebook.
The second step involves reviewing the profiles of various Therapists at TYHO.
At TYHO, we refer to all our mental health professionals collectively as ‘Therapists’. Our team, however, includes Therapists, psychologists, psychotherapists, and counsellors.
You may choose to explore different Therapists in the two ways discussed below.
If you’d prefer to search for therapists by typing out specific locations or mental health issues, you may do so through the search box.
The search box may also be useful if you’re already seeing a TYHO Therapist in Singapore and would like to schedule a session with the same Therapist.
Filters are present on the left-hand side of the page and can be a handy tool for first-time users of the platform.
At TYHO, you can filter therapists by any combination of the following filters.
Take your time to review and shortlist the Therapists you’d like to consider. You can do this by watching their introductory videos, reading their descriptions, reviewing their qualifications, and going over client reviews.
Once you have finalised the therapist that you want to go ahead with, all you have to do is select a suitable date and time for your first online session.
Your therapist in Singapore may offer different slots for therapy sessions. Pick a slot that best suits you.
The final step is to make the payment and finalise your booking!
If you’re struggling with distress, you do not have to suffer in silence. Online therapy in Singapore can be beneficial if you want to talk to a Therapist privately.
Therapists at TYHO are well-qualified in many different types of therapy services, including CBT, DBT, and EFT.
Sometimes, just talking out loud and gaining a professional perspective can help you more than you realise! Talk to a Therapist today today.
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