The Counselling Place LLP

14/02/2026

Ditch the screen, find the green!
Forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku) isn't just a walk in the park, it’s a literal reset button for your nervous system.

It's time to hit up MacRitchie, Bukit Timah, or even a quiet corner of the Botanic Gardens to reset your nervous system.

11/02/2026

Many couples are surprised when parenting becomes the first major stressor in an otherwise strong relationship. What once felt easy and aligned suddenly becomes tense when bedtime routines, discipline, or school expectations trigger deeply rooted instincts from each partner’s upbringing. These moments aren’t signs of incompatibility—they’re reflections of two family cultures meeting in real time.

Learn why parenting differences arise from cultural and family-of-origin patterns, and how couples can navigate them with empathy, communication, and unity with Counsellor, Soolin Choi.

06/02/2026

5 Signs Your Mental Health is Declining ..that you might be ignoring

04/02/2026

When s*x quietly fades from a relationship, it often brings confusion, shame, or self-blame—especially when “nothing is wrong.” Our S*x Therapist discusses low desire is rarely random. More often, it’s a signal about stress, safety, emotional load, or how the relationship has changed over time. Understanding why desire disappears is the first step toward clarity, compassion, and a healthier connection.

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S*x disappearing with no obvious problems? Learn the real emotional, relational, and psychological reasons desire fades—and how couples can rebuild intimacy with S*x Therapist & Relationship Counsellor, Dr Martha Tara Lee.

30/01/2026

You are not a bad parent! You are a tired human.

Parental burnout is more than just needing a nap; it is the feeling of being completely poured out with nothing left for yourself. If you are currently hiding in the bathroom or the pantry just to catch your breath, this is your reminder that you are not alone in this.

28/01/2026

Many men are taught to be strong, silent, and self-reliant — but few are taught how to cope when life, relationships, and fatherhood feel overwhelming. Counsellor & Psychotherapist, Ben Ang, explores how traditional masculinity shapes men’s emotional lives, why anger is often misunderstood, and how redefining strength can create healthier men, families, and relationships.

Explore modern masculinity, men’s emotional health, and why redefining strength improves relationships, families, and well-being with Counsellor, Ben Ang.

26/01/2026

Ever feel like your brain is actually your own biggest hater?
It's probably because of the way you think! Learn about unhelpful thinking styles (aka cognitive distortions) that keep us stuck in a loop.

Which one do you catch yourself doing the most?

21/01/2026

After years together, every couple experiences shifts. Some expected, some surprising. You may still love each other deeply, yet feel more like teammates than partners. You may notice more distance, fewer conversations, or a growing sense that life is about managing, not connecting. If this resonates, it doesn’t mean your relationship is failing. It means you’re human, and your partnership is evolving. Let's explores why long-term relationships change and how couples can reconnect with empathy, curiosity, and intentional effort.

Learn why long-term relationships change over time and how couples can rebuild connection, communication, and closeness with practical, research-backed strategies with Counsellor, Lim Swee Chen.

19/01/2026

Ever feel like you’re speaking a different language than your partner?
It’s probably because you are! We all have a unique "Love Language", which is the specific way we prefer to give and receive love.

16/01/2026

Ever wondered if you may be dating a narcissist? How many of these signs does your partner display?

14/01/2026

Cutting ties with toxic parents isn’t impulsive—it’s often a trauma-informed step toward safety, clarity, and healing. Learn how no-contact can protect your peace.

Learn why going no-contact with toxic parents can be a trauma-informed step toward safety and healing, plus guidance, boundaries, and therapy support with psychotherapist & counsellor, Shifan Hu-Couble.