Centre for Psychotherapy – Where Every Individual is Beautiful and Unique

Our Philosophy

Each individual is unique and wishes to be happy 

They just need to know how as we journey together

Towards Healing and Restoration

Vision

Empathy and acceptance as we walk with Clients,

Allowing for a uniquely perceived world, happy and free from pain

Mission

To motivate and impart effective life skills to cope with difficult times,

To reach out and assure Clients that they can choose to feel better and 

Heal 

To always remember their goodness.

OUR MOTTO

You are special and you matter

We Are

A group of Counsellors, Counselling Psychologists, Psychotherapists and Social Workers

Make an appointment with us or contact us to find out more about our services

Dr. Nisha Rani set up Centre for Psychotherapy in the year 2003, and since then Centre for Psychotherapy has been providing Counselling and Psychotherapy services to the community in Singapore and Malaysia. In Malaysia, Centre for Psychotherapy has worked with ADFM (Alzheimer’s Disease Foundation Malaysia) and private Clients from Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Ipoh.

Centre for Psychotherapy – An effective Counselling Organisation in Singapore

Through the years, we have worked with Government Organisations, Individuals, Families and Groups. Centre for Psychotherapy has conducted talks and workshops for Corporate Organisations, Financial Institutions and Ministerial Bodies, and also managed cases for such organisations.

Centre for Psychotherapy’s main Private Clientele base (Non Government / Official Organisation referred) is referral by word of mouth. We’d like to take this opportunity to thank our Clients for their support.

Centre for Psychotherapy is an organisation which believes in social responsibility and giving back to the community. Over the years, we have done much pro-bono work (and continue to do so), and have worked with Clients who were unable to afford Counselling Services in other organisations. Although Centre for Psychotherapy is not funded by Private Investors or by any Government Non-Profit, or other Government funding scheme, we have never turned anyone away. We are a small company, with a vision to make effective quality care and counselling accessible to everyone.

Singapore and Mental Wellness

Mental Wellness services today have gained much recognition in Singapore. There was a time when most felt that Mental Wellness was not as important, or rather, people were just not aware of such services in Singapore.

Believe it or not, there are people who are still unaware of Mental wellness services in Singapore! yes! We met someone recently who was surprised about what we do, and said (in Singlish – Singapore’s local version of English) “Wah! Really? Got such thing in Singapore?”

Now the same person is saying “Why I never know earlier” (about counselling).

Though Counselling and Psychotherapy have gained popularity in Singapore, much needs to be done to create an awareness that Mental Health and Wellness are just as important as Physical Health and Wellness. In most cases, Mental Health is the first step towards a healthier life! People need to realise this. A simple and common example, stress related diseases are related to…….Stress! This is a common example. We have been advocating this for a long time, and find that Mental Health and Wellness promote physical health and wellness. Of course Mental Health and Wellness is not a substitute for Medical Advise.

Today, services such as Counselling and Psychotherapy have become extremely important, and so have their method of delivery. We have adopted online counselling, and have begun work with our Overseas Clients through Whatsapp Video Call and Zoom Video Calls as they are not able to visit us, nor are we able to travel to them during this Covid-19 period.

At Centre For Psychotherapy we believe that an Individual is unique, and unique individuals require unique solutions and care. We provide quality care and counseling by qualified Life Coaches, Psychotherapists, Counselors, Counselling Psychologists and Social Workers.

Life Coaching / Counselling therapy is a therapeutic journey through life and its challenges. Its about Rediscovery of Self. Its about life and, its, beauty.Its about feeling free from hurt and pain. Its about awareness.

We offer quality Care and Counselling to all. All Counsellors with CFP are qualified and experienced Professionals.Life is Beauty, Life is True, Life is Precious so are You.Come home when you feel hurt, Come home when you feel pain, Come home when you feel alone, Come home for its a home, of your own.

Experience the effectiveness of our services today.

We work with Individuals as well as Corporate bodies and Groups. Please feel free to Contact us for more details, or browse to our Counselling Services page for a summary of the services we offer. Please do note that the Counselling Services Page is being updated slowly with articles which also link as blog. We are taking our time and writing these articles to provide quality information for our readers.

About Dr. Nisha.

Dr Nisha Rani has been a Professional Counsellor and Psychotherapist for 20 years. She trained in Hospice Care in 1989 and began her journey by volunteering in Hospices for the Terminally Ill Patients and Old Age Homes in Singapore. Her vision is to make Counselling and Psychotherapy affordable to all, without compromise.

Dr. Nisha is fluent with Counselling in English, Hindi, Punjabi and Malay.

From Dr. Nisha’s Desk

I feel empowered when I think about my life history and the different experiences I’ve been through. This in turn empowers me with enough skills to care for my clients.

My experience in managing a vast array of issues over the 20 years of work experience has equipped me with certain abilities and skills which only such experiences can offer.

My own life experiences empowered me with intuition that allows me to see what my clients may be going through. I ensure my clients have a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment so that they are able to express their thoughts and emotions, and in turn learn to deal with their challenges and get in touch with themselves, “the true self”.

Empathy, unconditional positive regard and congruence allows the design of an effective treatment plan in collaboration with Clients. Clients feel empowered with skills and techniques learned which they use to manage the challenges they experience.

Some of the approaches, intervention techniques we use include:
Trauma Intervention
Complex PTSD Intervention -Neuro Science based,
Somatic Intervention,
Mindfulness,
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
CBT Mindfulness,
Psychoanalysis,
Family Therapy,
Meditation
Amongst others.

My professional experience, which is also a journey of self-discovery, developed me and bestowed upon me an awareness that allowed me to understand my Clients better. Diverse experiences allowed me to work with a diverse population of people who came in with a range of complex challenges.

I walk alongside Clients throughout their journey. My clients feel safe and comfortable with me. No one needs to be alone as they face challenges. Every Client’s journey is a unique journey of Self Discovery. Awareness about my own journey of life allowed me to understand the process that clients go through.

Clients develop a new vision for their future as they see the light at the end of the tunnel and appreciate the work we do together. They say that I am an effective counsellor and psychotherapist. Core conditions like empathy, active listening and unconditional positive regard allow clients to feel comfortable enough to share confidently.

My passion for learning gears me towards Continuing and Ongoing Professional Development. My personal abilities such as intuition, developed with experience, professional approach, calm and collected nature, coupled with the Professional and rigorous training I have received, has allowed me to develop into the Professional I am today.

At the core of my practise is the person centered approach. I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Psychoanalytic Therapy besides other integrative methods for the sake of intervention. I am also a Past Life Regression Therapist, and a Hypnotherapist.

My Qualification Include:

Doctorate in Counselling Psychology
Master of Social Science in Professional Counselling
BA in Psychology
Mindfulness-Integrated CBT (miCBT) for Crisis Intervention and Relapse
Advanced Diploma in Psychology, Counselling
Diploma in Psychology
Certificate in Past Life Regression Therapy
Certificate in Treating Addictions using CBT/REBT
Certificate in Counselling
Certificate in Gerontology
Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy
Certified in 5-Path Hypnotherapist
Certified 7th Path Self Hypnosis Teacher
Certified Master Hypnotist
Certified Hypnotherapist (National Guild of Hypnotists)
5-Path International Association of Hypnosis Professionals

Ongoing / Continuing Professional Courses, Certificates of Participation and Contributions – Physical and Online Attendance. This list will continue to expand.

The Trauma Treatment Blueprint: Neuro Science Based Treatment Intervention for Complex Trauma Clients.
The Integrated Trauma Therapist: Incorporating IFS with EMDR, SP, CPT, AEDP, DBT, and Psychedelic Medicines for Treating Complex Trauma and PTSD
Essential Trauma Treatment Strategies: The Importance of Orienting and Defensive Responses.
Youth Level Service (YLS) / Case Management Inventory (CMI) Assessment
Psychodiagnostic and Psychological Assessment
Introduction to Psychology
Positive Psychology
Psychological First Aid
Forensic Psychology Scientific and Practical Applications
Understanding Autism: Making Your Practise Autism-Friendly
Befriending Seniors Enhancement Course
Conversation Starter Kit
Introduction to Child Protection Framework
Overview to Disabilities
RNR Approach to Offender Rehabilitation in Singapore
Understanding Family Violence
Understanding Persons with Intellectual Disabilities
VMT Module 2: Getting your Social Service Agency Volunteer-Ready
VMT Module 1: Introduction to Volunteerism
Working Effectively with Youths
Essential Trauma Treatment Strategies: The Importance of Orienting and Defensive Responses
Certificate of Appreciation for Youth Connection 2002 @ Pelangi Village
Certificate of Participation for Cooperative Participation in Geriatric Depression-Dementia-Anger-Anxiety
Certificate of Participation – 15th IFNGO ASEAN NGOs Workshop on Prevention of Drug and Substance Abuse
Certificate of Appreciation for contributions of Parents and Children Enrichment Programme (PACE)
Cert of Achievement: Gambling Addictions: Assessment, Brief Interventions and Community Referrals (GA-ABC)
Cert of Attendance: Theft Intervention Programme Training Workshop (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)(Risk Assessment)(TIP Modules)
Cert of Attendace: 3rd International – Singapore Transactional Analysis Conference 2007 “Strengthening Self and Others with New Paradigms
Cert of Appreciation: Rotary Club of Kota Melaka
Cert of Achievement: Theft Intervention Programme (TIP) Facilitator Training
Cert of Achievement: Motivativational Interviewing and Relapse Prevention for Case Managers Conducting the Enhanced Supervision Scheme (Young Persons)
 

My interests and hobbies:

Apart from Psychology, Counselling and Psychotherapy, I enjoy Classical Indian Music and play several Indian Musical Instruments, such as the Sitar, Harmonium and Tabla, but I am really passionate about Singing. I enjoy Alternative Medicine as well, for which I have done a Doctorate in Alternative Medicine and practise Yoga for which I am a certified Yoga Instructor. I love playing with my children and grandchildren 😀