Restoring Peace Counselling and Consultancy Pte Ltd at Sim Lim Square

Restoring Peace Counselling and Consultancy Pte Ltd

Man sitting on a couch

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Cozy Waiting Area

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Man applying cream to his face

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Restoring Peace Counselling

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Quote about connection

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Waiting Room

A waiting room with two yellow armchairs and a grey sofa. A coffee table sits in front of the sofa, with a fan and a bottle of hand sanitizer on it. A painting of hands holding a seedling hangs on the wall above the sofa. There are plants on a side table.

EMDR for Single-Incident Trauma

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Online Trauma Treatment

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Discovering The Benefits Of Counselling For Students

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ACT Therapy Advertisement

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Positive Self-Talk Infographic

An infographic explaining positive self-talk. It features a central illustration of a woman holding flowers, surrounded by text bubbles defining aspects of positive self-talk. These include 'Positive affirmations', 'Constructive ideas', 'Internal dialogue that is optimistic & encouraging', and specific examples like "I am capable and confident" and "I can tackle this one step at a time". The bottom of the infographic displays a website address and contact email.

PTSD Triggers

This is an infographic explaining PTSD triggers. It is divided into four sections: Definition, Types of Triggers, Examples, and Managing Triggers. The definition section explains that triggers are stimuli that evoke memories or feelings associated with a traumatic event. The types of triggers are categorized into external (places, people, activities) and internal (thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations). Examples include sensory experiences like loud noises and smells, and emotional states like stress and anxiety. The final section advises identifying and understanding personal triggers and seeking professional help. A potted plant is visible in the bottom left corner.

PTSD Representation

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Deep Breathing for Well-being

A diagram illustrating the benefits of deep breathing for well-being. The central text reads "DEEP BREATHING for well-being." Surrounding this are several oval bubbles connected by arrows, detailing specific advantages. These include activating the parasympathetic nervous system, decreasing cortisol levels to mitigate anxiety and stress, encouraging mindfulness, providing a pause to manage reactions and aid emotional stability, clearing the mind and improving cognitive function, and promoting relaxation for better sleep quality. The website WWW.RESTORINGPEACE.COM.SG and contact email CONTACT@RESTORINGPEACE.COM.SG are also visible.

Distorted Portrait

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New Article: Self-blame As A Trauma Response

A graphic announcing a new article titled "Self-blame As A Trauma Response." The image features a laptop screen displaying a man in a suit looking surprised and pointing at his own shadow, which is also pointing at him. Below the laptop, contact information and a website address are visible.

Inspirational Quote about Stress

A quote about trusting one's body's responses to stress, with a website and email address at the bottom. The background has torn paper textures and a dried flower.

Recognising Overt Narcissistic Disorder

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Key Elements of Group Therapy

This image highlights a key element of group therapy, which is gaining connection. It explains that group therapy provides a connection that can be particularly beneficial for individuals who feel isolated or disconnected. The text also includes the hashtag @restoringpeacecounselling.

New Article: The Enduring Benefits of Talk Therapy

A graphic announcing a new article titled "The Enduring Benefits of Talk Therapy." The image depicts a therapy session with two women, one sitting on a couch and the other in a chair holding a clipboard. Contact information and a website address are provided at the bottom.

Restore Your Peace

A graphic with the text "Restore Your Peace" at the top. Below is a podcast player interface showing "Episode 56 Low self-esteem and its relation to anxious attachment style with Shi Lim". The graphic also features a logo of hands holding a broken heart and two small plants growing in pots. The website "www.restoringpeace.com.sg" is at the bottom.

Inspirational Quote

A watercolor background with an inspirational quote about healing. The quote reads: "Healing doesn't mean the damage never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives." - Akshay Dubey. Below the quote are website and contact information.

Benefits of Mindful Practice

This image outlines the benefits of mindful practice, categorized into four sections: Emotional Benefits, Cognitive Benefits, Interpersonal Benefits, and Professional Benefits. Emotional benefits include enhanced emotional regulation and reduced anxiety. Cognitive benefits focus on improved attention and awareness. Interpersonal benefits highlight emotional awareness and sensitivity to others' needs. Professional benefits emphasize stress management, emotional regulation, and increased productivity.

Emotional distance

The image displays text explaining how negative schemas can lead to emotional distance between partners, making it challenging for individuals to connect emotionally and potentially causing isolation within a relationship. An illustration depicts a man and a woman with a wavy line between them, symbolizing emotional distance.

Vicarious Trauma

A woman sits in a chair, holding her head in her hands, appearing distressed. Another person is visible in the background, also seated. The text "VICARIOUS TRAUMA" is displayed below the image.

Practising Self-Compassion

This image provides guidance on practicing self-compassion, broken down into four key points. It emphasizes treating oneself with kindness, acknowledging self-critical thoughts and replacing them with self-encouragement, offering comfort and support during difficulties, and staying present with feelings without judgment. The bottom of the image includes website and contact information.

Validating vs. Invalidating Responses

The image displays a graphic illustrating validating and invalidating responses. It features speech bubbles containing examples of each type of response, set against a grid background with decorative elements. Below the speech bubbles, two cartoon figures are depicted. At the bottom left, website and contact information is provided.

When to Trust Your Intuition

This image is a graphic that outlines four key areas where trusting your intuition is important: Safety Concerns, Health Signals, Relationship Red Flags, and Doubt in Abilities. Each section provides a brief explanation of how intuition can be applied. At the bottom, contact information and a website are provided: WWW.RESTORINGPEACE.COM and CONTACT@RESTORINGPEACE.COM.SG.

Sexual Trauma

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Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) And Their Benefits

This graphic explains Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) and their benefits. It features an illustration of an EAP document and lists key benefits such as Confidential Counselling, Health and Wellness Resources, Work-Life Balance Support, and Improved Workplace Productivity and Morale.

Similarities of Procrastination and Inertia

The image illustrates the similarities between procrastination and inertia through three distinct visual scenarios and accompanying text. The first scenario depicts a person with question marks above their head, symbolizing the initial resistance to starting tasks. The second shows a person with their head in their hands, representing emotional states like anxiety and fear of failure that contribute to both procrastination and inertia. The third visual features a person sitting in a corner with a laptop and phone, illustrating how procrastination and inertia can create a reinforcing loop of delayed action. The bottom of the image contains a website address and contact email.

Brainspotting Therapy

A graphic with the text "BRAINSPOTTING THERAPY" and a description of Brainspotting (BSP) as a form of brain-body-based therapy that uncovers unprocessed or hidden traumas. A 3D model of a brain is shown on the left side of the image. Contact information and a website are listed at the bottom.

Understanding Anxiety

A graphic with the words "Understanding Anxiety" in blue text. To the right, a minimalist outline of a human head and shoulders. At the bottom, website and contact information: WWW.RESTORINGPEACE.COM.SG and CONTACT@RESTORINGPEACE.COM.SG.

Understanding Anxiety

The image contains text explaining anxiety, fear, and their connection to survival instincts. It defines fear as a response to anticipated danger that triggers protective physical and behavioral changes. An example is provided of encountering a ferocious animal, which prompts a fear response leading to actions like fleeing or self-defense.

Dealing with Psychological Threats

A graphic with the text "Dealing with Psychological Threats" above an image of a stylized, glowing brain. Below the brain image are contact details: www.restoringpeace.com.sg and contact@restoringpeace.com.sg. The background has a watercolor effect in shades of orange and yellow.

Tips to turn negative thinking around

The image displays a list of tips to help individuals manage negative thinking. Each tip is accompanied by a simple icon. The tips include: Identify Negative Thoughts & Patterns, Challenge Negative Thoughts, Focus on Gratitude, Surround Yourself with Positivity, Self-Care, and Positive Affirmations. The bottom of the image provides a website address and an email address.

What Is Loneliness?

This image defines loneliness as the distress felt when the need for meaningful connection is unmet. It outlines three forms: Emotional (missing closeness), Social (feeling left out), and Existential (feeling misunderstood). The image includes contact information for restoringpeace.com.sg.

Trauma Therapy

A young woman sits with her head in her hands, looking distressed. The words "Trauma Therapy" are superimposed on the image in a white, script font.

Communication Breakdown

A graphic illustrating communication breakdown. It features the number 1 in a black circle, followed by the title "Communication breakdown." Below the title, a text box explains that schema affects perceptions and behavior, leading to communication difficulties. It further elaborates that relationships where partners struggle to express needs or understand each other experience communication breakdowns. Two cartoon figures are depicted below the text: one with arms crossed in a gesture of refusal, and another looking angry with steam coming from their head.

Coping Strategies

A graphic titled "Try This!" outlines six steps to follow when feeling overwhelmed. These steps include Present Moment Awareness, Cognitive Defusion, Acceptance, Self as Context, Values, and Committed Action, each with a brief explanation. Contact information and a website address are provided at the bottom.

Inspirational Quote with Nature Background

A serene image of a lake reflecting trees and a small cabin on a grassy hill. Overlaid text reads: "Outgrowing people, places, and past selves comes with grief—but it also creates space to find belonging within yourself." Below the quote are website and contact information: www.restoringpeace.com.sg and contact@restoringpeace.com.sg.

Mental Health Stigma

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Blog Post: 'Are You Dating?'

A blog post titled 'Are You Dating? A Guide to Handling Intrusive Questions This Festive Season'. The image shows three adults holding sparklers and drinks, appearing to be at a festive gathering. Website and contact information are provided at the bottom.

Mental Health and Relationships

An illustration depicts two people sitting on chairs, engaged in a conversation. One person, with a speech bubble above their head, states, "Mental health impacts relationships in profound ways." The text below the illustration reads "MENTAL HEALTH & RELATIONSHIPS - PART 1: Schema in Relationships." Contact information and a website address for RESTORINGPEACE.COM.SG are visible on the right side of the image.

How Life Stages Like Pregnancy & Menopause Impact Women's Mental Health

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Inspirational Quote about Resilience

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Mental Health Support in the Workplace

This graphic outlines the benefits of mental health support in the workplace. It highlights that mental health resources help employees manage stress, anxiety, and other mental health issues, leading to improved overall well-being and happiness. A positive workplace culture enhances team cohesion and morale, making the workplace more attractive to top talent. Open communication channels create safe spaces for employees to discuss mental health issues without fear of judgment or repercussions. The graphic also provides a website and contact email for further information.

Benefits of Practising Mindfulness

A graphic with abstract watercolor shapes in peach, teal, and gold. Text in the center reads "Benefits of Practising Mindfulness" followed by a definition: "Paying conscious and non-judgmental attention to your thoughts, emotions, and sensations." At the bottom, a website address and contact email are provided: WWW.RESTORINGPEACE.COM.SG and CONTACT@RESTORINGPEACE.COM.SG.

Consequences of Mental Health Stigma

This image outlines the negative consequences of mental health stigma, categorized into four main areas: Barriers to treatment, Impact on relationships, Underreporting & misdiagnosis, and Reduced quality of life. It also provides contact information for restoringpeace.com.sg.

Types of mental health stigma

This graphic outlines three types of mental health stigma: Social stigma, Self-stigma, and Structural stigma. Social stigma is defined as societal stereotypes and prejudice about mental illness. Self-stigma is when individuals internalize negative beliefs about mental illness, leading to shame and reluctance to seek help. Structural stigma refers to systemic barriers in accessing essential services due to discrimination and policies.

Understanding & Fixing Brain Fog

A woman is sleeping on a couch with a laptop in front of her. The text above her reads "Understanding & Fixing Brain Fog: How to Clear Mental Cloudiness and Regain Focus with Self-Compassion." Below the image, the website www.restoringpeace.com.sg and contact email contact@restoringpeace.com.sg are displayed.

What is ACT Therapy?

This is an informational graphic explaining ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy). It states that ACT helps individuals acknowledge emotions, accept them without judgment, and take meaningful action based on their values. It also emphasizes that one does not need to eliminate emotions to move forward, but rather change their relationship with them. The graphic includes illustrations of people holding different emotion-based circles (happy, neutral, sad) and contact information for restoringpeace.com.sg.

What Helps

This image provides advice on fostering deeper connections. It suggests being intentional, distinguishing between distraction and true connection, acknowledging the need for closeness without shame, identifying safe people and spaces, and utilizing therapy for relational healing. A quote states that hyperconnectivity is not the same as closeness, and real connection comes from presence with oneself and others. The image also includes contact information: www.restoringpeace.com.sg and contact@restoringpeace.com.sg.

Breathing Types To Alleviate Stress

This image outlines five different breathing techniques to help alleviate stress: Pursed Lip Breathing, Diaphragmatic Breathing, Breath Focus Technique, 4-7-8 Breathing, and Resonant or Coherent Breathing. Each technique is described with its method and benefits. The bottom of the image provides a website and contact email address.

Determine how much the symptoms interfere with daily life

This image contains text that advises readers to assess how their feelings, thoughts, or behaviors interfere with everyday tasks such as work, relationships, and self-care. It suggests seeking professional help if symptoms are persistent, severe, and significantly impact daily activities and well-being. Contact information and a website are provided.

Post-Traumatic Stress

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Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) & Trauma

An illustration depicting a young woman looking distressed as she views her reflection in a mirror. The text on the image reads "Link Between Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) & Trauma". Website and contact information are also visible at the bottom.

Social Anxiety Information

The image defines social anxiety, also known as social phobia. It explains that individuals with social anxiety experience intense fear of being watched, judged, or humiliated. It also states that they often avoid situations like job interviews, public speaking, or social events due to fear of shame or humiliation. The graphic includes illustrations of people and trees.

Restoring Peace Counselling

A road with yellow double lines stretches into the distance, bordered by a white fence and trees. Text overlay reads "Restoring Peace Counselling" and "Resolving conflict, within and beyond.".

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

This image explains Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). It states that GAD differs from worry over stressful life events. People with GAD feel persistent anxiety or dread that interferes with daily life, and their anxiety shifts from one worry to another. The image includes a cartoon illustration of a person experiencing anxiety with thought bubbles.

Inspirational Quote about Self-Perception and Relationships

A light blue background with a watercolor-style illustration of a stem with three blue flowers. Text in a handwritten font reads: "CHANGING THE MEMORIES THAT FORM THE WAY WE SEE OURSELVES ALSO CHANGES THE WAY WE VIEW OTHERS. THEREFORE, OUR RELATIONSHIPS, JOB PERFORMANCE, WHAT WE ARE WILLING TO DO OR ARE ABLE TO RESIST, ALL MOVE IN A POSITIVE DIRECTION." Below the quote, it is attributed to Francine Shapiro from her book "Getting Past Your Past: Take Control of Your Life with Self-Help Techniques from EMDR Therapy." Contact information for restoringpeace.com.sg is listed vertically on the left side.