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Our Story
Our journey began in 2001 in Singapore, where, newly married and settled in corporate life, we felt a calling to contribute more meaningfully to society. Inspired by the movie "Patch Adams" and the spiritual works of Mother Teresa, and guided by the biblical phrase 'It is in giving that one receives,' we embarked on a path of discernment that started in our local church.
This quest for deeper purpose took us to Hawkstone Hall in the UK, a place of serenity where we gained clarity and focus. Returning to Singapore, we engaged in school missions and counseling, deepening our resolve to make a difference. Our journey then led us to India, where we ran a palliative care hospice for people with HIV/AIDS and worked with local schools and communities.
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It was here that we recognised the need for formal training to enhance our impact, prompting Karl to earn a postgraduate diploma in counselling and a Masters in Clinical Psychology, alongside a law degree.
After over two decades in India, we returned to Singapore in 2021 and established Listening Ear Counselling & Consultancy Pte Ltd, alongside our practice in India, under a shared mission to provide unparalleled psychological services with warmth, authenticity, and compassion. Our approach focuses on outpatient, personalised psychological care designed to address a spectrum of mental health disorders through a holistic approach that emphasises healing and growth.
At Listening Ear, we've created a sanctuary where individuals, families, and couples can find solace, guidance, and hope. Our environment combats isolation and fosters a sense of being heard, seen, and supported. We are committed to ensuring that no one feels alone.
Our Approach
Our focus is to help individuals or couples or families heal, energise, and become aware of their inner strengths, resources, and regain agency over their lives, and thus become the best version of themselves. For us CONNECTIONS are important and the QUALITY of them.
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Connections can be with Self, to Others or to Time (Past,Present, Future). Connections right through everything. What we are today is connected to our past, and what we shall be tomorrow depends on our present. Quality connections helps us remain in tune with ourselves, our past and those around us.
We help clients by teaching them to be aware of connections, befriend them and regulate them, through the tools of mindful compassionate curious LISTENING. We thus help transition them forward into a future of their choice by focusing on solutions, rather than the problems which weigh them down and make them feel stuck. At the same time we realise and respect that no two individuals are the same, and each has a different pace. It is not beneficial to force, someone who is hurting because they have fallen down to run, or to teach flying lessons to person who still feels like a caterpillar rather than a butterfly!
So our process of attending is respectful to each person's situation, and paced to their individual needs and comfort. Paramount for us is providing a confidential safe space for clients, to feel heard, seen, and understood.
So rather than dolling out cheap advice, we endeavour to be a genuine, respectful emphatic, non-judgemental listener, witness to their story, because while we may be experts in the process, they and only they are the experts of their life. Thus through our witnessing, we help them see themselves through a new light, fresh way and alternative narrative.
Having a highly-qualified psychologist with diverse training, interests and experiences helps to ensure an appropriate client-practitioner fit.
We use both Top Down (Cognitive Talking Therapy) Approaches and Bottom Up (Trauma Focussed) Approaches, and employ the Mind, Body and Spirit, thus calming and freeing the Mind, healing and regulating the Body, opening the Heart and connecting and uplifting the Spirit.
All clients get a customized treatment plan building up from their current strengths, and help in utilizing newly discovered resources and tools.
We help clients by teaching them to be aware of connections, befriend them and regulate them, through the tools of mindful compassionate curious LISTENING. We thus help transition them forward into a future of their choice by focusing on solutions, rather than the problems which weigh them down and make them feel stuck. At the same time we realise and respect that no two individuals are the same, and each has a different pace. It is not beneficial to force, someone who is hurting because they have fallen down to run, or to teach flying lessons to person who still feels like a caterpillar rather than a butterfly!
So our process of attending is respectful to each person's situation, and paced to their individual needs and comfort. Paramount for us is providing a confidential safe space for clients, to feel heard, seen, and understood.
So rather than dolling out cheap advice, we endeavour to be a genuine, respectful emphatic, non-judgemental listener, witness to their story, because while we may be experts in the process, they and only they are the experts of their life. Thus through our witnessing, we help them see themselves through a new light, fresh way and alternative narrative.
Having a highly-qualified psychologist with diverse training, interests and experiences helps to ensure an appropriate client-practitioner fit. We use both Top Down (Cognitive Talking Therapy) Approaches and Bottom Up (Trauma Focussed) Approaches, and employ the Mind, Body and Spirit, thus calming and freeing the Mind, healing and regulating the Body, opening the Heart and connecting and uplifting the Spirit.
All clients get a customized treatment plan building up from their current strengths, and help in utilizing newly discovered resources and tools.
Our Mission
Our mission at Listening Ear Counselling & Consultancy Pte Ltd is to be a beacon of excellence in Singapore's mental health services, providing comprehensive, high-quality support using evidence-based, ethical practices. We aim to enhance client outcomes and satisfaction while fostering a collaborative, inclusive environment where every individual feels valued.
Our Vision
Our vision at Listening Ear Counselling & Consultancy Pte Ltd is for a world where peace, compassion, and mental wellness are fundamental rights, and every individual is empowered to achieve their fullest potential in a community that celebrates diversity and ensures universal access to quality mental health care.
Our Core Values
At Listening Ear Counselling & Consultancy Pte Ltd, our practice is driven by core values that ensure every client feels seen, heard, respected, and understood. We uphold Professional Integrity, Genuineness, Non-Judgmental Attitude, and Empathy in all our interactions. Our commitment to these principles guides us to work collaboratively, ethically, and responsibly with our clients, honouring and celebrating diversity in all its forms.
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What Sets Us Apart
At Listening Ear Counselling & Consultancy Pte Ltd, our distinct approach sets us apart by offering comprehensive, individualised support that addresses a wide range of psychological needs. Here’s what makes our service unique:
One-Stop Holistic Approach, Support:
Karl’s broad expertise in dealing with issues from trauma and addiction to daily stressors means you receive comprehensive care tailored to your needs without the necessity of consulting multiple specialists.
Personalised, Ethical Care:
At the core of Karl’s counseling approach is a commitment to crafting personalized and ethical strategies. He values honesty and transparency above all, ensuring that each therapy session is clear and understood. This dedication not only fosters trust but also creates a secure, confidential space where clients feel truly supported.
Cultural and Gender Sensitivity:
Karl's extensive background in working with diverse ethnicities and gender expressions ensures that every client feels respected and valued. His inclusive approach to counseling celebrates and honors every part of an individual’s identity, providing a sensitive and respectful therapeutic environment.
Expertise Across Life Stages:
Karl’s ability to connect and provide relevant, personalised advice across all life stages—from the challenges of youth to the complexities of the golden years—ensures that clients receive precisely the help they need at each phase of life.
Exceptional Therapist-Client Relationships:
Known for his friendly demeanour and ability to establish deep, meaningful connections, Karl builds strong, personal bonds with his clients. These relationships are central to our consistently high levels of client satisfaction and are integral to the effective therapeutic outcomes we achieve. These pillars of our practice highlight how Listening Ear Counselling & Consultancy Pte Ltd stands out as a leader in mental health services, committed to delivering outstanding care and support to every client.