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CRIB Society Counselling lists its pricing in the mid-range ($$) but does not publish a specific per-session rate publicly. In Singapore, private counselling sessions typically run S$100–200 per 50–60 minute session, with first consultations sometimes carrying a slightly different rate. Packages of multiple sessions are often available at a reduced per-session cost compared to single-session bookings. Confirm the full fee structure — including whether a separate assessment or intake fee applies, what the no-show or late-cancellation charge is, and whether your employer's Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) or health insurance covers any portion of the cost. Some corporate insurance plans and Medisave-approved schemes partially reimburse counselling, so it is worth checking before your first appointment. See the full counselling cost guide for Singapore →

A formal GP referral is generally not required to book a counselling session at a private practice like CRIB Society Counselling — you can self-refer by contacting them directly via phone or the enquiry form. That said, arriving at your first session with a brief summary of your concerns, any relevant medical history, and a sense of what you hope to work on helps the counsellor assess fit and recommend the right approach. If your concerns involve a diagnosed mental health condition (such as depression, OCD, or PTSD) or you are planning to claim through an insurer or EAP scheme, a GP referral letter may be useful to support the claim or to ensure the counsellor's scope of practice matches your needs. Contraindications — for instance, acute psychiatric crises or active suicidality — may require a clinical psychologist or psychiatrist rather than a counsellor; the practice can advise at the point of enquiry.

Counselling in Singapore is not yet governed by a mandatory statutory licence in the same way as physiotherapy or TCM. The main voluntary credentialling body is the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC), whose registered counsellors hold a relevant degree and supervised practice hours. Some practitioners also hold credentials from international bodies such as the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) or are registered psychologists under the Singapore Psychological Society (SPS). CRIB Society Counselling does not currently list specific regulatory licences in the public directory data available. Before booking, ask the practice to confirm the qualifications and registration status of the counsellor you will be seeing — specifically their academic training, membership of SAC or equivalent, and years of supervised experience in the area you need help with. Confirming the practitioner's credentials directly with the practice is the prudent step before committing to sessions.