Imposter Syndrome Therapy and Counseling in Singapore, Asia and Online
Feeling like a Fraud?
“What if they find out I don’t belong?”
You’re successful on paper, but inside, you’re on edge, always waiting to be exposed. You brush off every promotion, every compliment, every achievement as luck, rather than something you earned.
Are you sick and tired of:
- Turning down opportunities because you feel like a fraud?
- Pushing people away before they discover the “real” you?
- Feeling like you’re wearing a mask all the time?
Imposter syndrome in the workplace
Stop downplaying your abilities and wondering if you measure up.
The masks you wear
Imposter syndrome shows up in all areas of your life. You feel like you’re always performing a version of yourself, worried someone will discover you don’t actually belong.
Imposter syndrome at work could mean you’re constantly worried your team thinks you’re just “making it up as you go along” as a leader.
Imposter syndrome in relationships could leave you questioning what your partner sees in you, convinced they’ll leave if you drop the mask.
As a parent, you wonder how other parents seem to have figured out how to have time for everything.
In social situations, everyone else always seems more interesting and put-together.
You feel like a fraud switching between your different selves.
You’re overwhelmed with worry that you’ll get “found out”. You’re tired of keeping up appearances, but what else can you do?
What if the answer didn’t lie in more tactics, but a completely different approach?
Many people seek how to overcome imposter syndrome.
But what if imposter syndrome isn’t something to “get over”?
How can imposter syndrome therapy help you live the life you want?
You’ve probably tried the usual advice: “fake it till you make it”, keeping a success journal, or noticing and reframing negative thoughts. But these tactics haven’t worked.
You’re still struggling because imposter syndrome isn’t really about confidence – it’s about authenticity.
What if instead of fighting these feelings, we use them as signals to explore how you want to live?
Through Existential Therapy, we’ll explore the disconnect between who you are and who you feel you need to be.
This isn’t about positive thinking or confidence hacks – it’s about understanding what authenticity means for you, and why you might be avoiding it.
Imposter Syndrome Therapy and Counseling in Singapore can help you:
- Show up as yourself in all relationships, not who you think people want
- Speak up with confidence, even when addressing authority figures
- Accept compliments without immediately deflecting them
- Pursue stretch opportunities because they genuinely excite you
- Discover what parts of yourself you’ve been hiding and why
You don’t need to choose between success and authenticity. You can have both in every area of your life.
What if you belonged?
Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we're supposed to be and embracing who we are.
– Brené Brown
Imposter Syndrome Therapy with Dr. Mag
Step into authenticity and discover what it means to truly belong.
Hi! I’m Dr. Magdalen Cheng. Most people, including my clients, call me Mag.
I am a BPS-accredited and SPS-accredited Counselling Psychologist with a Doctorate in Existential Psychology from the New School of Psychotherapy and Counselling in London, U.K.
As an existential therapist, I’m here to facilitate your search for meaning in life through honest dialogue.
In addition to my clinical credentials, I am equally an Asian, Chinese, female, heterosexual, daughter, wife, mother, career woman, and academic.
These different roles grant me perspectives that allow me to resonate with your lived experiences and guide you in reflecting on your journey to feeling like you, in every aspect of your life.
FAQs About Imposter Syndrome Therapy and Counseling in Singapore
We’ll start with a Chemistry Session. Think of this session as a first date – for both of us to see if we might be the right fit for each other.
If we’re aligned and you choose to start Imposter Syndrome Counseling and Therapy, we’ll start our journey together. I’ll guide you to process and, if relevant, uncover insights through the experiences you’ll share.
If we’re not a good match, you’ll get alternative options to explore.
Whatever the outcome, the investment has brought you closer to deciding the next step on your journey.
Still have questions? Check out my detailed FAQs here.
While all three options may help you discover insights, the starting points and process in reaching these insights are very different.
Executive Coaching and Performance Coaching focus on specific challenges you may face in the workplace and aim to support you in different areas of professional development.
You may learn strategies and tactics to achieve your goals of finding your dream job or becoming a great leader.
With Imposter Syndrome Counseling anchored in Existential Therapy, I hope to support you as a person.
Through dialogue and understanding your lived experiences, we’ll uncover the roots anchoring why imposter syndrome shows up. If you choose to, we can explore decisions and actions to help you live authentically.
That’s completely okay. Therapy invites you to show up consistently, setting aside 1 – 2 hours a week for your journey of change. That’s tough in itself.
Finding the right guide for you is another big step. Take time to get to know us better here. If you’re still unsure, consider booking a Chemistry Session. Regardless of the outcome, our 50-minute dialogue would help you take a step forward.
Dr. Mag (that’s me) offers:
- In-person at Encompassing Therapy in Singapore:
16 Mohamed Sultan Rd, #06-02, Singapore 238965 (Nearest MRT: Fort Canning) - Online therapy
How We Can Work Together
Starting parenting counseling and therapy is a big step. Having the right guide for you is essential.
If you’re still unsure, that’s okay. Get to know us better here – we’ll be here when you’re ready to begin.
If you’re ready to start your journey of change, here are some practical notes to help you make time for our sessions:
- Book a Chemistry Session
- If we’re a good fit, let’s work together through individual or couples therapy.
- Block time beyond our sessions* to reflect on or practise what we unearthed.
*Small, consistent steps help you practise making decisions to create a meaningful life where you find freedom and true belonging.
Not sure if you should start with individual or couples therapy? Drop me a note here.
A warning: Encompassing Therapy is not for everyone.
Encompassing Imposter Syndrome Therapy is not for you if:
- You’re looking for magic tips and tools or quick wins
- You aren’t able to commit at least 1-2 hours a week to this journey of change
- You aren’t ready to show up consistently
Encompassing Imposter Syndrome Therapy is for you if:
- You’re open to honest conversations, even if they’re uncomfortable and scary
- You’re ready for change and have gotten as far as you can on your own and need support
- You’re committed to exploring the process (even if you’re not sure about it just yet)
- You’re willing to invest at least 10 minutes a day beyond each session to practise or reflect on what you’ve learned