In order to have an effective therapeutic outcome, good psychotherapists in Singapore would have to demonstrate empathy, good listening, the ability to build rapport and to provide a safe and secure environment to establish trust and common understanding between therapist and client.
Time and availability of good therapists remains an issue because the better therapists tend to have lesser time for clients. Even if available to clients, some traumatic experiences and emotional triggers occur between sessions or in the case of therapy for eating disorders, triggers can arise daily at each meal time!
Hence there must be a better way.
My Inner Child Clinic, together with Calm3d co-developed an immersive tool for stress relief and relaxation, and are adopting other novel and fun experiences to build mental resilience and boost general wellbeing.
This science-based approach to mood regulation uses an immersive experience to guide a user through sensorial stimulation of sound, music, visual aids, breathing and guided visualisations to calm a person down and to redirect the thoughts away from the trauma and towards feeling more regulated and in control of a difficult situation.
In this way, the psychotherapist can continue to help the client practice healthy habits of breathing mindfully, positive contemplation and importantly give individuals hope that they are gradually more able to self-regulate.
This is essential because the therapy has to extend beyond sessions but it is impossible for a therapist to be available to all clients at the moment when faced with a troubling experience.
Using self-hypnosis and guided visualisations
My Inner Child Clinic extends resources beyond therapy sessions because of the belief that every individual (not only paid customers) can build up mental resilience and could use some help in reframing their thoughts.
Using a salutogenic approach to therapy helps. This refers to a strength and capabilities based approach to therapy and through guided hypnotherapy, the outcome can be highly effective. Here’s an example of a free self-hypnosis tool for gratitude. Used daily, it helps users cultivate a habit of positive thinking and gratitude. Which helps any individual experiencing varying levels of stress, anxiety and fears, have a different perspective to their life.
Try out this “planting seeds of the future” gratitude guide and see how resourceful you are in channelling your focus and attention from your current situation, to a different state of joy and gratefulness.
The role of a psychotherapist
At My Inner Child Clinic, the psychotherapy process incorporates a salutogenic approach during my psychotherapy sessions to reveal inner resources, abilities, virtues and strengths, and build my client's dignity and hope.
It's the backbone for creating a safe space against vulnerability.
Recognizing the body's stress response, caused by the fight-or-flight-freezing response, as a normal bodily function tends to redefine the shame and guilt associated with seeing a therapist.
It's important to remember that there's no shame in asking for help with mental health issues. Mental health problems can be effectively treated like any other health problem. In fact, the body's initial reaction does not matter. It's a normal reaction. It is important to develop skills and habits that help individuals make decisions before and after emotional triggers.
That doesn't mean don't ask for help. It just helps you navigate where the problem really is. This usually requires a therapist to safely guide you through the situation, uncovering emotional triggers, negative self-beliefs, and a series of experiences that have shaped our thinking and behaviour up to this point.
Therefore, it is important to consult a doctor or psychotherapist if you are suffering from mental health problems. Psychotherapists are mental health professionals who help people overcome emotional and psychological difficulties through a variety of therapeutic techniques. They are trained to provide their clients with a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts and feelings.
The role of a psychotherapist is not just listening. They use evidence-based therapies to help clients understand themselves better, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and work towards their goals. By building strong therapeutic partnerships, psychotherapists create a supportive environment in which clients can feel understood and supported on their path to psychological well-being.
A comprehensive approach to psychotherapy in Singapore
Therapy is meant to be practical and useful in everyday lives. At My Inner Child Clinic, the use of daily tools to nurture inner resourcefulness is combined with therapy to promote a holistic and comprehensive healing. One that would have lasting impact to the individual and their loved ones.
You can start planting seeds of possibilities
Work with My Inner Child Clinic to grow your inner resources, develop skills and cultivate an atmosphere of hope and love for life. Start planting seeds of possibilities as we journey on the path of healing.
Visit My Inner Child Clinic for our client recommendations and psychotherapy reviews to find out how my clients have grown and blossomed through their struggles and pain.
My Inner Child Clinic Location
My therapy sessions are conveniently located at 36 Carpenter Street, Singapore 059915 on weekends and 9 Sin Ming Road, Thomson V One Singapore 575630.
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