Blog (The Inner Sanctum)

Psychotherapy helps individuals and couples reshape unhelpful thought patterns, improve emotional regulation, and strengthen relationships. Yoga therapy, on the other hand, works through the body, using breath, movement, and mindfulness to calm the nervous system and restore balance. Together, they create a powerful partnership for holistic healing.

Six years ago, my father-in-law gave his life to save my young son from a near-fatal fall. His sacrifice left us with deep grief but also profound questions of meaning and faith. This reflection explores how psychology and faith can bring comfort in loss.

We often silence our true selves to win approval, but the cost is high – stress, low self-worth, and disconnection. Discover why fear of judgment holds us back and how therapy can help you reclaim authenticity and live by your values.

Sudden loss, whether from illness, accident, or suicide, can shatter lives in an instant. The emotional aftermath is overwhelming, often marked by shock, guilt, sadness, and confusion. At AO Psychology, we understand how traumatic and disorienting this kind of grief can be.

Discover how counselling for child behaviour in Singapore helps children overcome challenges like defiance, aggression, anxiety, and emotional outbursts. Therapy not only supports your child’s emotional growth but also equips parents with practical strategies to manage difficult behaviours, fostering a healthier, happier family environment.

Childhood trauma refers to distressing experiences that happen during a child’s formative years, such as abuse, accidents, or loss. These events can deeply affect a child’s emotional and psychological development. This blog explores how trauma therapy tailored for children helps them process these experiences, build resilience, and regain a sense of safety—with essential support from parents and caregivers.

Unresolved childhood trauma can silently shape your emotions, relationships, and daily life as an adult. This article explores how trauma-informed therapy helps you understand and heal those early wounds, regain emotional safety, and move forward with greater clarity and peace. Discover effective therapy approaches and learn how to take the first step toward lasting recovery.

Premarital counselling in Singapore offers engaged and committed couples a supportive space to explore shared values, resolve differences, and build essential communication skills before marriage. Whether you’re facing cultural differences, family expectations, or just want to future-proof your relationship, therapy helps lay a strong foundation for a lasting partnership.

Couples therapy offers a safe, structured space for partners to reconnect, resolve conflict, and rebuild emotional intimacy. Whether you’re facing constant arguments, growing emotional distance, or navigating a major life transition, this guide explains how couples counselling works, when to seek help, and what therapeutic approaches can best support your relationship journey in Singapore.