An important letter to a special someone called 'Me'. With love, Me.
The day I got fired. It hurt.
Hey you, don't struggle alone.
Your Healing Journey starts here.
Get TWO TYPES of 1:1 confidential support with us.
An informal
Listening Buddy
Counselling &
Therapy Services
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 Buds
A trained listening buddy
Pick me if:
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You want a share your troubles
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You prefer an informal chat
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You'd like to choose a buddy who can relate to your struggles
Ages 18+
Zoom voice 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 in training
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You can commit to multiple sessions
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You'll let us assign you a counsellor
18+ only
Zoom video call only
One-time $10 admin fee
(Access to 5 sessions)
Counsellors
A mental health professional
Pick me if:
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You want to speak to a professional
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You're okay to pay a fee
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You can choose an Intern or Resident counsellor
Ages 13+
Zoom video / In-person
See more below :)
Resident Counsellors
Experienced Counsellors / Therapists
Pick me if:
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You prefer a more experienced counsellor / therapist
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Enjoy heavily subsidised rates
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Choose your preferred therapist
13+ only
Video / In-person
$30+ per session
(Sliding scale available)
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
Counsellors | Therapists
Looking for 1:1 Counselling?
We link you up with Intern Counsellors who are fulfilling their practicum hours for a one-time $10 fee, giving you access to up to 5 x one-hour sessions valid for 3 months.
Otherwise, you can see one of our experienced Resident Counsellors offering subsidised rates at our Holland Village private practice (location below).
Our Resident Counselling Clinic :)
A Social Enterprise proudly supported by:
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!
