Best 7 Psychotherapists & Counsellors in Singapore

Looking for a psychotherapist or counsellor in Singapore can feel very personal.

Sometimes people start therapy because life has become too heavy. Sometimes it is because of anxiety, burnout, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, addiction, stress, or a quiet feeling that something inside no longer feels manageable.

The right therapist is not always the most visible name online. It is someone whose experience, approach, and style feel right for the person seeking support.

This guide highlights seven psychotherapists and counsellors in Singapore with clear individual profiles and a personal practice presence. It is not a medical ranking, but a practical starting point for anyone looking for therapy, counselling, or emotional support in Singapore.

1 - Nick Jonsson

Nick Jonsson works with adults who may look high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, isolated, burnt out, or stuck on the inside.

His counselling and psychotherapy work is shaped by his own lived experience of burnout, addiction, and recovery, combined with more than two decades in senior leadership roles across Asia, Australia, and Europe. Nick’s approach draws from CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, 12-Step principles, sober coaching, and humanistic, existential, and positive psychology frameworks.

He may be a strong fit for leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and individuals navigating executive loneliness, anxiety, depression, addiction recovery, compulsive behaviours, burnout, perfectionism, shame, relationship strain, or major life transitions.

You can learn more about Nick’s counselling and psychotherapy program here.

2 - Nicole Chew-Helbig

Nicole Chew-Helbig is a certified Gestalt psychotherapist and counsellor based in Singapore.

Her practice supports individuals and couples through anxiety, trauma, burnout, depression, work stress, relationship difficulties, OCD, compulsive behaviours, substance use, questions around gender and identity, sleep problems, chronic pain, and disordered eating.

Nicole holds a doctorate in Psychotherapy Science, trained in Vienna, and is a Registered Counsellor with the Singapore Association for Counselling. Her work has been shaped by experience with asylum seekers and trauma survivors, often across language and cultural divides.

She may be a good fit for individuals or couples looking for therapy that is relational, grounded, and attentive to what is happening in the present.

You can learn more about Nicole and her psychotherapy services on her website.

3 - Sylvia Tan

Sylvia Tan is a counselling psychologist and divorce recovery coach based in Singapore.

She has more than 20 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through emotional and relationship challenges. Her background includes work across government, community mental health, and private practice settings, including support for families navigating high-conflict relationships, divorce, parenting challenges, and trauma.

Sylvia’s work may be especially relevant for people dealing with relationship breakdown, divorce, grief, anxiety, childhood trauma, emotional exhaustion, or major life transitions. She is also the originator of the SELF Framework, a structured psychological approach for rebuilding after painful relationships and major life changes.

You can learn more about Sylvia and her psychotherapy services on her website.

4 - Laura Tarsia

Laura Tarsia is a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor based in Singapore.

She works with adults, teenagers, and children, supporting concerns such as trauma, neurodivergence, ADHD, anxiety, depression, burnout, bereavement, life transitions, relationship difficulties, LGBTQ+ issues, low confidence, OCD, panic attacks, sleep problems, and work-related stress.

Laura trained as a counsellor and psychotherapist in the UK and France, lived and worked in London for over 20 years, and moved to Singapore in 2022. Her practice is depth-oriented, trauma-informed, and affirming of neurodiversity.

She may be a good fit for those looking for a deeper therapeutic process, especially around long-standing patterns, identity, trauma, or emotional blocks.

You can learn more about Laura and her psychotherapy services on her website.

5 - Stella Ong

Stella Ong is a clinical counsellor and psychotherapist based in Singapore.

She works with adults and young adults, particularly those in demanding professional roles who are navigating stress, anxiety, relationships, identity exploration, and other life pressures. She also provides LGBTQ-affirming therapy and focuses on creating an inclusive space for clients.

Her therapeutic approach includes CBT, Choice Theory Reality Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, trauma-informed care, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. She is a Registered Counsellor with the Singapore Association for Counselling.

Stella may be a good fit for clients who want a practical, inclusive, and evidence-informed counselling approach.

You can learn more about Stella and her psychotherapy services on her website.

6 - Hina Kazi

Hina Kazi is a counsellor and principal psychotherapist at HealingMinds Counselling in Singapore.

Her practice focuses on providing a safe space for clients to unpack concerns and move toward healing through self-awareness, mindfulness, and self-growth. She works with individuals facing issues such as self-esteem, life transitions, parenting, relationship concerns, addictions, abuse, trauma, work-related issues, stress, and anxiety.

Hina is also a registered member of the Singapore Association for Counselling and the Australian Counselling Association.

She may be a good fit for someone looking for compassionate, individualised counselling with a focus on emotional balance and personal growth.

You can learn more about Hina and her psychotherapy services on her website.

7 - Cassandra Chiu

Cassandra Chiu is a psychotherapist, counsellor, and accredited coach based in Singapore.

She offers private counselling services for individuals, couples, and families, with support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, loss, family violence, marital challenges, self-esteem, and emotional wellbeing.

Cassandra has been offering counselling and coaching since 2011. Her work appears especially suited to people who want a calm, supportive space to work through emotional and relational difficulties, while also receiving practical tools for reflection, communication, and personal stability.

She may be a good fit for individuals or couples looking for private counselling in Singapore with someone who has both therapy and coaching experience.

You can learn more about Cassandra and her psychotherapy services on her website.

Final Thoughts

The most important part of therapy is the relationship.

Qualifications matter. Experience matters. But so does whether you feel safe enough to speak honestly.

Many therapists offer an initial consultation or first session, which can help you understand whether their style feels right for you.

For anyone in crisis or immediate danger, contact local emergency services or Singapore’s mental health crisis support services. Note that IMH’s 24-hour Mental Health Helpline at 6389 2222.

Ready to Work With Nick Jonsson?

If you are looking for counselling or therapy support around burnout, addiction recovery, anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviours, loneliness, life transitions, or loss of purpose, Nick Jonsson works with individuals, leaders, professionals, and families in Singapore.