If you prefer to seek help face-to-face, there are several options available for you. Many churches and other religious organisations have volunteers who help with counselling. So, if you’re a Christian, approach your church and see what they have to offer. Of course, this option might be problematic if you practice another religion – but, to be frank, there’s often no harm to see what they have to offer. Plus, many of these also explicitly state that they will help those who need it, no matter their religion.
A good example of this is the Wesley Methodist Church, which explicitly states that it offers non-religious counselling. Still not comfortable with that prospect? There’s also the Silver Ribbon Singapore organisation, which offers free basic counselling services.
Singapore Psychological Society Provides A List Of Therapists Who Offer Free Services
Think you might be struggling with a mental disorder? You’re not only limited to free mental health help from volunteers – there are plenty of professionally-trained psychiatrists who’re willing to do pro-bono work in Singapore. You can thank the Singapore Psychological Society for that; local professionals met the organisation’s rallying call for psychologists to offer therapy at a discounted rate during the ongoing pandemic with strong enthusiasm last year. More than 36 psychologists and/or psychological services have since stepped forward to offer help. While these services are typically meant to be a short-term arrangement (approximately 6 sessions), many psychologists have indicated their willingness to discuss pro bono work – depending on specific situations.
Find Support From Local Youth-Led Social Media Accounts
There is also a large online space dedicated to youths who’d prefer to work out their emotions with peers. Given that mental health education is still lacking in educational institutions (although work is being done to rectify this), these relatable social media posts can help them find comfort and better understand what they’re facing, be it anxiety, depression, or suicidal tendencies.