Counselling vs. Therapy: What's the difference?
It's a question that gets asked ALOT.
Hey you, don't struggle alone.
Your Healing Journey starts here.
Get two types of 1:1 confidential support here with us.
Informal Peer to Peer Support
Speak to an
Intern Counsellor
It All Starts Hear (IASH).SG aims to make mental health more Approachable and Accessible.
Seeking support doesn't have to be daunting or expensive :)
Which is right for me?
Hear Bud
A trained peer supporter
Pick me if:
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Counselling sounds "too much"
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You prefer an informal chat
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You prefer to choose someone who can relate to your struggles
18+ only
Text, voice call or video call
Always free of charge :)
Intern Counsellor
A Counsellor-in-Training
Pick me if:
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You want to talk to a professional
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You can commit to multiple sessions
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You're okay for us to assign you a counsellor
18+ only
Video call only
One-time $10 Admin Fee
(Access to 10 sessions)
Hear Buds
Our Hear Buds are Trained Peer Supporters. Read their profiles and find someone whose story resonates with yours.
We practice Person-Centered Listening to truly understand you, then collaborate with you to move forward :)
Best yet? It's absolutely free.
Sometimes all we need is a non-judgmental listening ear.
What people have said about our Hear Buds
"HEAR BUD was very friendly, caring and gave me lots of questions to think about, and shared his insights. It was a really meaningful session."
Female, 30s
"Days after the session, whenever I feel down, I still think back to all the encouraging things my HEAR BUD said to me and encourage myself the same way as well!"
Female, 20s
"My Hear Bud was also open to sharing her experiences with me, which made me feel like I wasn't alone in facing such a situation."
Female, 20s
Intern Counsellors
Looking for 1:1 Counselling?
We link you up with Intern Counsellors who are fulfilling their practicum hours.
It's a one-time $10 fee, giving you access to up to 10 hours (e.g. 10 x one-hour sessions) with a counsellor. Extension available on query and fee can be waived with financial circumstances.
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Updates:
We were recognised by Minister Masagos and Singapore Kindness Movement!
OUR STORY
It all started with a few Singaporeans who went through their own struggles in life. At times, we found it difficult to find someone we could really talk to.
We came together wanting to make a real change in our society - to create a community of people, who are willing to hear, listen, understand, and accept anyone.
So basically...
It All Starts Hear!
