Our Therapists
(Singapore and Online)

Find the right therapist for you among our team of caring, professional counselors. We are a specialist clinic offering empathetic professional support for those seeking therapy in Singapore. Choose from individual sessions, couples therapy, family therapy, or group therapy sessions. We also offer online therapy sessions.

Dr. Glenn Graves

Director/ Psychologist

Training: PhD (Psychology); MA (Psychology); BA (Human Development); Member of ICF (International Coaching Federation); Member of Singapore Psychological Society (MSPS).

Expertise: EMDR; Sex Therapy & Sex Compulsion; Sexual Abuse & Trauma Recovery; Child Counseling; Creativity; Existential Psychotherapy.

About Dr. Glenn: Glenn is an American psychologist and the founder and director of Counseling Perspective. He has lived and worked as a mental health professional in Asia since 2004, accruing nearly two decades of experience providing mental health support to local and expatriate individuals, couples and families in Singapore. He has supported clients in overcoming mood disorders, eating disorders, post traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, adverse childhood events, and many other conditions. Glenn regularly conducts mental wellness retreats and corporate workshops, has contributed to books on PTSD and depression, and formerly lectured at the School of Positive Psychology. He believes that creativity is an essential component in healing.

Dr. Freya Bajandouh

Psychologist

Training: PhD (Psychology & Education); MSc (Psychology); BSc (Psychology).

Expertise: Depression Counseling; Anxiety Therapy; Trauma Recovery; Eating Disorder Recovery, Compulsion Treatment.

About Dr. Freya: Dr Freya has worked as a psychologist in Singapore for more than four years. She tailors each session to the needs of her client, drawing on tools from different psychological disciplines including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, the humanistic approach, mindfulness-based therapy, Gestalt therapy and EMDR. She is also a qualified yoga teacher and has completed courses in Buddhism and Meditation. She has supported clients with a range of issues such as anxiety disorders, trauma, sexual compulsion, alcohol compulsion, depression and self-esteem. Dr Freya aims to teach her clients self-compassion and resilience, as she believes these are the cornerstones to having positive mental health. She believes everyone has the capacity to flourish and find passion in life and offers a warm, non-judgmental space to encourage and cultivate this.

Chei Liang Sin

Counsellor, Psychotherapist

Training: Master of Counseling (Advanced) (Australia),Bachelor of Laws (Hons)(Singapore),Certified in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Schema Therapy, Transactional Analysis, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

,Singapore Association for Counseling (SAC) - Clinical Member and Registered Counsellor

Expertise: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy; Schema Therapy; Transactional Analysis; Transformational Chairwork Psychotherapy. Anxiety; Depression; Self-Esteem Issues; Career/ Life Transition; Relationship Issues; Couple Counseling: Career Counseling /Coaching; Family Counseling; Trauma.

About Chei Liang: Chei Liang, a former corporate lawyer in private practice, made a career change to be in the helping profession of counseling, as she wanted to be able to touch people’s lives at a

personal level and in a more meaningful way. She believes in working collaboratively with clients in facilitating their reflection and understanding of themselves, and the discovery of their inner strengths and resources to make positive changes in their lives and mental

wellbeing.

Esther Oon-Bybjerg

Counsellor, Psychotherapist

Training: Master of Counseling (Monash University, Australia); Bachelor of Communication Studies with Honours (Nanyang Technological University, Singapore), Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, Clinical Applications of Neuroscience, Certified Clinical Specialist in Trauma-informed Neurodiversity (ASD & ADHD) Affirming Therapy

Expertise: CBT; Acceptance Commitment Therapy; Inner Child Work, Couples & Relationship Therapy, LGBTQI+ Affirmative Counseling.

About Esther: Esther is a Masters-level psychotherapist who combines evidence-based modalities and creative approaches to help clients overcome diverse issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship and intimacy issues. She supports clients to recognise strengths, discover fresh perspectives, and explore practical strategies to improve their emotional and mental wellbeing. With over two decades of senior leadership roles in corporate communication, government relations and crisis training, Esther also specialises in career counseling and is currently working with clients across diverse professions.

Grace Loh

Counsellor, Psychotherapist

Training: Professional Doctoral Candidate; MBA; BA (Psychology); Professional Diploma (Psychotherapy).

Expertise: CBT; DBT; SFBT; Clinical Hypnotherapy; Family Counseling.

About Grace: Grace comes from a corporate management background, and is currently completing her doctoral study which involves research on the effects of coaching across the functionings of leadership, employees and the workplace environment. She has provided counseling services to clients in areas such as stress, burnout and other work-related difficulties; perfectionism and control issues; anger management, anxiety management and emotional dysregulation; self-harm; domestic violence; and postpartum mental health. Grace also provides family counseling and career counseling services, as well as coaching services for leaders and executives.

Emanuela Koch

Assistant Director, Psychotherapist

Training: Master in Counseling (Advanced) awarded by Swinburne University of Technology (Australia), with a major in Family Therapy and a Diploma in Counseling from the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors.

Expertise: Anxiety & Stress Management, Depression, Self-esteem, Couples Counseling, Career & Workplace-related Difficulties.

About Emanuela: Emanuela was born in Italy and lived for two years in the UK at a young age. After completing her BSc in Economics in Italy, she returned to the UK in 2009 for her MSc in Banking and International Finance. Before finding her calling to be counsellor and psychotherapist, Emanuela worked in the financial sector in London, Hong Kong and Sydney. Her corporate background, coupled with her varied life experiences, position her well for understanding and appreciating the stressors and difficulties faced by clients.

Claudette Jordan

Psychologist

Training: Counseling Psychologist – Master of Social Science (Couns Psych) UKZN; Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach.

Expertise: Anxiety, Depression, Stress Management, Trauma, Medical Conditions, Couples, Family and Expat Counseling

About Claudette: Claudette is a licensed psychologist (HPSCA) who believes in the transformative power of psychotherapy and coaching. She is passionate about facilitating a safe and empowering process whereby individuals can face their challenges and find strategies that lead to a greater sense of wholeness, and coping mechanisms that create stronger mental wellness. Claudette ran a thriving private practice in South Africa before relocating with her family to Singapore. During the course of her more than two decades of practice, she has worked in various professional settings assisting children, adults, couples, families and corporate clients.

Yolanda Ong

Psychologist

Training: Registered Educational Psychologist with Singapore Register of Psychologists; Registered Psychologist with Singapore Psychological Society; Master in Applied Psychology (Education Psychology); Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Psychology (Australia).

Expertise: Educational Psychology; Child Psychology; Family Therapy.

About Yolanda: Yolanda is a Registered Psychologist with the Singapore Psychological Society, and has been in the special education, mainstream and private sector for more than 10 years. She has worked with children and adolescents with diverse profiles and varying needs, including intellectual and learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Selective Mutism and socio-emotional issues (e.g. school refusal, emotional regulation difficulties, poor confidence, social skills, etc.). Yolanda strongly believes in the importance of the role of the family unit and environment in supporting the growth of the child.

Lilian Lee-Cutts

Counselor and Psychotherapist

Training: MA Integrative Counseling, Leeds Beckett University, UK. Postgraduate Diploma Counseling Psychology, College of Allied Educators, Singapore. Professional Diploma Direct and Digital Marketing, King’s College, London, UK. BA (Hons) English Literature, University of East Anglia, UK.

Expertise: CBT, Humanistic, Mindfulness, LGBTQ+, Pre- and Post-Natal counseling, Female Identity and Confidence, Depression, Anxiety and Cultural Identity.

About Lilian: Lili is a warm, approachable counsellor who works with clients in an integrative way, drawing from person-centred, CBT and Schema therapy approaches. She recognises that there is no one pathway to healing and is aware of the need to truly see and hear each and every person she meets in her counseling space. She actively supports clients towards holistic wellness and intuitively weaves elements of Mindfulness and movement in to her sessions to bring about balance and calm.

Gayatri Satish Lele

Art Psychotherapist

Training: Registered Art Psychotherapist (Australian, New Zealand and Asian Creative Arts Therapy Association) ,MA (Art Therapy),BFA (Fine Art)

Expertise: Support each individual to awaken their inner healer and learn to make choices in life that are true to their values, needs, and goals; through the magic of art making

About Gayatri: Gayatri is a Singapore based art psychotherapist and an artist. She has experience working with children, adolescents and young adults with a range of different profiles, varying from Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, developmental disabilities, Down Syndrome and behavioural/emotional issues. She has also worked with parents through dyadic sessions with their children; to heal attachments, understand relational dynamics and learn about one another's emotional needs.

Ambre Lee

Dramatherapist

Training: Masters in Dramatherapy, Registered with Health and Care Professions Council United Kingdom (HCPC) , British Association of Dramatherapists (BADth) ,Australian, New Zealand and Asian Creative Arts Therapy Association (ANZACATA). 

Expertise: Dramatherapy, Creative Arts Psychotherapy, Embodied practices, Trauma-informed healing 

About Ambre: Ambre is a pioneering Dramatherapist in Singapore passionate about empowering individuals to discover their own language of expression. Ambre is French-Singaporean, she has lived in Singapore, China and the United Kingdom. Her work is cross-culturally sensitive, drawing on various frameworks, understandings and practices underpinned by trauma-informed approaches. Her focus is on creating a relationally safe and nurturing space for exploration. Her practice harnesses the creative and embodied processes to help clients retrieve their compassionate selves and ignite healing within. Ambre is currently also training in Trauma-informed Relational Somatics (TIRS) therapy.

Jeannette Qhek

Counselor and Psychotherapist

Training: Masters of Counseling (Distinction), Monash University, Postgraduate Diploma in Positive Psychology & Mindfulness (High Distinction), Aventis Graduate School, Bachelor of Social Sciences (Psychology), Singapore Management University, Post - Graduate Diploma in Applied Positive Psychology and Mindfulness (Distinction)

Expertise: CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Depression Counseling, Anxiety Counseling, Trauma recovery, Grief Counseling, Relationship Counseling, Career Counseling/ Coaching

About Jeannette: As a counsellor, she has a strong interest in providing therapy to clients who are struggling with trauma, stress, anxiety, and depression. Jeannette takes a person-centered approach and uses a strength-based method to empower her clients to share their experiences and overcome their trauma and pain. She is fluent in English, and Mandarin.

Lucy Borne-Blumenschein

Life Coach and Psychotherapist

Training: Bachelor of Science (Psychology & Counseling); Bachelor of Arts (Music & Theatre) Member of LCCI (Life Coach Certification Institute); Member of NGH (National Guild of Hypnotists); Member of IICT (International Institute for Complementary Therapists).

Expertise: Hypnosis; Compassionate Enquiry; Family Informed Systems; Depression Counseling; Compulsion Counseling; Trauma Recovery.

About Lucy: Lucy is originally from the UK but has lived and worked in The Netherlands, the USA and Hong Kong. As a mother, Lucy is passionate about working with children and their families to support, attune and hold space. She also dedicates her time to helping families of addicts. Additionally, she studied under renowned Physician Dr Gabor Maté, practising the principles of Compassionate Inquiry. Lucy is the only graduate of this approach in Singapore and remains part of the association in their mentorship program.

Zina Mercey

Counselor & Psychotherapist

Training: Ph.D. (Intl. Human Resources, 3^rd Year| Doctoral candidate), MSc (Clinical Psychology, Ongoing), BSc (Clinical Psychology), MSc (International Management), MA (International Relationships), BSc (International Relationships), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Certification, Gottman Couples Therapy Certification, Psychological Genealogy Therapy Certification

Expertise: Career Coaching, compulsion (alcohol abuse, drug abuse), depression, anxiety, stress management, burn-out, post-traumatic disorder, grief and loss, and bipolar disorder. 

About Zina: Zina has a strong belief in a holistic approach to therapy to address the uniqueness of each individual. Her counseling philosophy relies on a warm and empathic psychological approach to help individuals address challenges encountered, empowering them to cultivate a more positive outlook on themselves and their life situations.ternational Human Resources Management. 

Bernardette Yzelman

Supervised Counselor

Training: Masters in Counseling

Expertise: Child counseling, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Stress, Life transitions, and Parenting supports

About Bernardette: Bernardette is a counselor who draws on a range of therapeutic modalities to create a nurturing space for personal growth and transformation. She has had the privilege of providing both individual and group counseling to children in an international school setting. As a registered Circle of Security Parenting facilitator, Bernardette is also excited to be able to work with parents who are seeking to build secure, nurturing bonds with their children. Currently completing her Master's in Counseling, Bernardette is dedicated to on-going learning and skill refinement, ensuring that her work is rooted in evidence-based care. Whether you are looking to heal or to grow, her mission is to create a safe space where you can freely share your experiences, explore your emotions, and embark on a transformative journey.

Irene Monica CHt®️

Counselor

Training: Professional Diploma (Psychotherapy & Counseling), Post-Graduate Diploma (Applied Positive Psychology), Bachelor in Business Administration (HRM), Certified Therapeutic Play Skills (Play Therapy International, UK, and Indonesia) ,Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist ( Adi W Gunawan Institute of Mind Technology, Indonesia), Member of Play Therapy International (PTI) and Play Therapy United Kingdom (PTUK)

Member of Indonesian Clinical Hypnotherapy Association ( AHKI - Asosiasi Hipnoterapi Klinis Indonesia)

Expertise: Hypnotherapy; CBT; SFBT; Depression Counseling; Anxiety Counseling.

About Irene: Irene is fluent in both English and Bahasa Indonesia, and can conduct therapy sessions in either language. With her experience that a non-judgemental mindset can help to achieve breakthrough mental health insights, she is committed to providing a safe environment and building empowering therapeutic alliances with her clients. Irene provides counseling services and psychotherapy support for a range of emotional, behavioural and interpersonal challenges, including: phobia removal; anxiety, panic and depression; smoking cessation; and self-confidence, performance anxiety and public speaking.

Vandana Khanna

Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor & Counselor

Training:

Master of Social Science (Professional Counseling) | ECTA, Swinburne University Australia BA in English Literature, Home Science & Psychology | MLS University India Advanced Diploma in Youth Protection and Rehab in Social Work | Box Hill Institute

Expertise: Family and Marital therapy, Trauma focused CBT, Expressive Art psychotherapist, Clinical Management of Depressive Disorders and Anxiety, Grief counseling.

About Vandana: Vandana Khanna, a compassionate Clinical Supervisor, Trainer, and Advocate for Mental Health with a profound dedication to empowering individuals and fostering resilient communities. Hailing from Singapore, Vandana's journey in the field of counseling and management has been marked by a relentless commitment to service and a deep understanding of human psychology.

Kelly Titus

Supervised Counselor

Training: Master's of Counseling (in progress), Master's of Education, Bachelor's of Psychology

Expertise: Adolescents and Young Adults

About Kelly: Kelly is a compassionate and client-centered supervised counselor who incorporates evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into her practice. With a warm and non-judgmental approach, Kelly creates a safe space for adults and adolescents to explore their thoughts and emotions, fostering positive change and resilience. She is particularly interested in addressing issues relating to anxiety, depression, stress, and major life transitions.

Cláudia Correia

Clinical Dietitian

Training: Accredited Dietitian of Singapore (ADS), Member of Singapore Nutrition and Dietetics Association (SNDA).

Expertise: IBS, Chronic Disease, Diabetes and Weight Management, Women’s Health.

About Cláudia: A practising as a dietitian since 2010, Cláudia is an Accredited Dietitian of Singapore (ADS) and a dietitian member of SNDA (Singapore Nutrition and Dietetics Association), the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (USA) and The Centre for Mindful Eating. She has been in Singapore for the past 10 years and currently she works closely with specialists in the fields of cardiology, endocrinology, fertility, obstetrics, bariatric and orthopaedics surgery to ensure all patients have the best outcomes. She is an experienced public speaker who has conducted more than 100 nutrition talks and workshops in Singapore.

Jason Woolley

Supervised Counselor

Training:

Certified Professional Co-active Coach (CPCC), Organisation & Relationship Systems Coach Certified (ORSCC), Professional Certified Coach, International Coach Federation, London College of Clinical Hypnotherapy, PgCert & Diploma, Member of British Society of Clinical Hypnotherapy (MBSCH), Master of Counseling (candidate), Flinders University

Expertise: Coaching, Hypnotherapy, Relationships

About Jason: In my corporate life, having roles in global MNCs such as regional business leader, GM, and Chief Digital Officer, I worked with highly visible brands to build authentic human connections with their target audience. I helped these brands further develop their platform & approach, delivering the foundation for authentic human connection and growth. We all have a universal need to feel seen, heard and acknowledged. As a coach it's my aim to increase this quality in your life. But that's just the starting point.

Varian Monteiro

Counselor

Training:

MSc Addiction Studies (King’s College London, UK), BA Interdisciplinary Studies - Psychology and Sociology major (Adams State University, Colorado, USA), Emotional Resiliency Coaching - Associate Coach (finalising),Gottman Couples Therapy training - Level 2, Professional Course in Understanding Addictions (National Addictions Management Service, Singapore)

Expertise:

Impulse Control Difficulties ,Behavioural Addiction, Substance Addiction, Trauma, Problematic Sexual Behaviour, Relationship Work, Couples Therapy

About Varian: Having an ongoing interest in the intertwined workings of the mind and body, Varian is decidedly enthusiastic about counseling and all things psychology-related. Adopting a client-centered humanistic approach as the driving form of his counseling style, he has been assisting clients in managing their behaviours in one-to-one and group sessions since 2013. He began his counseling journey by being introduced to behavioural addictions and impulse control difficulties, which also happens to be one of his areas of speciality. He has facilitated all-male support groups for sex addiction, and behaviour modification for sexual deviancy, in both private and governmental settings. In these two environments, Varian worked with clients on their psycho-education and to relearn the shame and guilt surrounding addiction.

Wendy Morton

Counselor and Psychotherapist

Training:

MASTER OF COUNSELLING, Monash University, Melbourne, FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE CERTIFIED HEALTH COACH Functional Medicine Coaching Academy (FMCA) accredited by Institute Functional Medicine (IFM), MASTER OF SCIENCE, MARKETING & MANGEMENT (DISTINCTION) School of Management, University of Surrey, UK, BACHELOR OF SCIENCE WITH HONOURS, PSYCHOLOGY University of Glasgow, UK

Expertise:

Depression, trauma, parenting challenges, career issues, self esteem issues

About Wendy: Wendy is a compassionate and relatable counsellor with a practical, solution-focused approach. Her considerable lived experience enhances her trauma-informed perspective. Her professional experience has included, but not limited to, supporting clients facing depression, trauma, parenting challenges, grief/pregnancy loss, assertiveness, self-esteem, self-worth, life transitions, career issues, and bullying. With insights gained as a school counsellor, she understands the unique challenges teens face. As a mother who has navigated her daughter’s health issues, Wendy empathizes deeply with those dealing with trauma, anxiety, and stress.

Cheryl Macdonald

Supervised Counselor

Training:

Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree from the University of Strathclyde, Post Graduate Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, Currently studying for a Masters Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy with the University of Roehampton, Certified Integrative Sex and Couples Therapist (trained with Dr Tammy Nelson), ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) Training

Expertise:

Adult Women With ADHD, Integrative Sex and Relationship Therapy, Divorce Recovery and Planning, Hormonal Imbalance, Anxiety and Depression, Menopause and Empty Nest Syndrome, Pre and Post-Natal Depression

About Cheryl: Cheryl Kennedy MacDonald has been empowering women for over 20 years, using a unique blend of evidence-based therapies including Psychotherapy, Counselling, Mindfulness, and Somatic Movement. As a Yoga Master and Women’s Health Coach, she fully embraces a Mind-Body approach to therapy. Cheryl holds a BA Honours Degree from the University of Strathclyde and a Postgraduate Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, currently studying for a Master’s in the same at the University of Roehampton. She’s also a certified Integrative Sex and Couples Therapist; and an ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) with a special interest in supporting adult women with ADHD.

Mia Makino

Supervised Counselor

Training:

Master’s of Counseling - Monash University (In progress), Graduate Certificate of Counseling - Monash University, Bachelor’s of Arts in Biology - University of California Riverside

Expertise:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy

About Mia: Mia is a compassionate counselor with a diverse international background, committed to supporting children, adolescents, and adults as they navigate life’s challenges with empathy and cultural sensitivity. She takes a holistic approach, using evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy, tailoring her methods to each client's unique needs. Mia creates a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals feel empowered to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, fostering self-awareness, resilience, and positive change. Holding a graduate certificate in counseling and currently pursuing her master’s degree, Mia remains up-to-date with the latest mental health research. She believes in a collaborative therapeutic process that helps clients build resilience, find balance, and make lasting, meaningful changes in their lives.

Vanessa Lazcano

Supervised Counselor

Training:

Supervised Counselor at Monash University (Master in Counselling, ongoing), Positive Psychology Coach, School of Positive Psychology and Positive Acorn (Singapore), Certified Practitioner of Happiness at Work (Mexico), Post-Graduate Certificate in Positive Psychology, Universidad Iberoamericana (Mexico), Ontological Coach, Newfield Network (USA)

BA in Economics, Tecnológico de Monterrey (Mexico)

Expertise:

Life and executive coaching, positive psychology, life transitions and expat counseling.

About Vanessa: Vanessa tailors her approach to the needs of each individual. Creating a warm and safe space, she uses evidence-based tools from different coaching and therapeutic methodologies (ex. Solution Focus, Person Centered, CBT, and Positive Psychology interventions). Her style is goal oriented, and works with daily life issues and transitions that sometimes bring stress, anxiety or depression. She will help explore non useful thinking patterns and behaviors, that are limiting potential and are not letting you live the kind of life you would like to live.

About Counseling Perspective

Counseling Perspective was established by Dr. Glenn Graves in 2014 as a single-branch practice in Raffles Place. Now with five convenient Singapore counseling centre locations, we have grown to become one of the island's largest mental health practices.

We offer the following psychological services. Please visit the links below to find out more.

• Individual Sessions
• Marriage Counseling
• Family Counseling
• Child Counseling
• Grief Counseling
• Career Counseling
• LGBT Counseling
• Expat Counseling
• Online Counseling

Our Counseling Services

We can help with managing and overcoming mental health conditions and mental illnesses.

• Mood Disorders
• Anxiety Disorders
• Eating Disorders
• Compulsion
• Anger Issues
• Chronic Stress

We can also provide psychological assessments and psychological testing for certain conditions.

Mental Health Issues

Find a Singapore Counseling Centre Near You

Counseling Perspective at Raffles Place

9 Raffles Place

Republic Plaza I, 9th Floor

Singapore 048619

Counseling Perspective at Oasis

87 Science Park Drive

#03-01 The Oasis

Singapore 118260

Counseling Perspective at Joo Chiat

291 Joo Chiat Road #05-02

Singapore 427543

If you prefer not to or are unable to visit a counseling centre in person, we also offer online counseling sessions conducted for adults, children, couples, and families.

Your organisation may be eligible for subsidised psychological services through an Employee Assistance Programme. Ask us about EAP support offered to local and foreign companies.

To make an appointment, call/WhatsApp us on +65 9853 7253, email us at admin@counselingperspective.com, or book online to get instant confirmation.