Hikikomori — How Existential Therapy Sees Extreme Withdrawal in Singapore
Last week, I came across a documentary about hikikomori. It was about young people in Singapore who have stopped leaving their homes. Not for a week. Not because they’re sick. But for months. Sometimes years. They eat, sleep, and do everything in their rooms. They live — if you can call it that — entirely within […]
What Is Self-Identity? Understanding the Meaning and Psychological Foundations
As an existential therapist in Singapore, I often meet people who feel uncertain about who they are, what they want, or how they fit within the expectations of family, work, and society. These questions often point to self-identity, the way you understand yourself through your values, experiences, relationships, and life story. A clear sense of […]
What Is Intergenerational Trauma? Reconnecting With Your Authentic Self Through Therapy
Intergenerational trauma refers to the emotional, psychological, and relational effects of unresolved trauma passed down through families. In Singapore’s multicultural society, many individuals carry inherited beliefs, fears, and coping patterns shaped by family expectations, migration, loss, hardship, or historical events, often without realising it. As an existential therapist at Encompassing Therapy & Counselling, I often […]
Signs of Parental Burnout and How Parenting Therapy Can Help You Cope
Working with parents in Singapore, I often see how easily chronic stress becomes parental burnout. It is more than ordinary tiredness. I meet parents who feel emotionally drained, disconnected from their children, and overwhelmed by the constant pressure to manage work, caregiving, school demands, and family expectations. In my therapy practice, I help parents make […]
A Team Confession
Team Confession: this piece exists because we had absolutely no idea what to write. This is Faith, hi! I’m a writer and I help Mag and Gary behind the scenes of Encompassing. I’m here to start off this piece which was initially sent out as a newsletter…Of all our newsletters, this one is our favorite […]
Understanding Grief Through an Existential Lens
Grief isn’t just the ache in your chest after a loss or the tears that sting your eyes at the oddest moments. At its core, grief shakes the foundation of what it means to be human. Through the lens of existentialism, we can look beyond the pain and see grief for what it truly is, […]
What Are Some Coping Strategies for Anxiety?
Anxiety shows up in many ways in my work with clients, from crowded commutes to late-night worry that refuses to settle. As a therapist, I focus on practical coping strategies that help you steady yourself and respond rather than react. My approach at Encompassing Therapy and Counselling is grounded in individual therapy, where I tailor […]
Ending Therapy: Why You Feel Sad that Sessions Have to Stop
I feel sad ending therapy. Does it mean I’m not ready to stop seeing my therapist? You’ve done the work. You sleep better, feel steadier, and handle hard days in ways you never imagined when you first walked into therapy. Over time, you and your therapist have gently noticed your progress together. You agree that […]
How Does Group Therapy Compare to Individual Therapy?
I’m an existential therapist practising in Singapore, and I often meet people unsure whether individual or group therapy suits them. This choice shapes how you experience support, connection, and personal growth. In my work, I offer both formats, each creating a different kind of space for exploration. Individual therapy allows you to focus deeply on […]
Ending Therapy: Why Saying Goodbye Matters
Most articles about ending therapy tend to focus on practical questions. When is the right time to end therapy? How do you know if you are ready? Should you continue or stop? These are important considerations, especially for someone who is trying to make sense of their progress or their next step. But there is […]