Psych Matters Child Adolescent Adult Psychiatry ✓ ACRA Verified

Psych Matters has not published a specific per-session rate on its listing, and fees for private psychiatric and counselling practices in Singapore vary considerably by service type. A standard counselling session typically runs S$100–200 per hour, while a psychiatric consultation — which may include assessment, diagnosis, and prescription — commonly ranges from S$200–400 for an initial appointment and S$150–300 for follow-ups at private clinics. Confirm the exact fee for your specific service (counselling versus psychiatric consultation, initial versus follow-up) directly with the practice before your first appointment. Ask whether the fee includes any written report or medication, what the cancellation policy is, and whether payment is by cash, PayNow, or card. See the full counselling cost guide for Singapore →

For private psychiatric and counselling practices, a GP referral is not strictly required to make an appointment, though having one can be helpful. A referral letter from your GP or paediatrician provides the clinician with background medical history and may support an insurance claim if your policy covers mental health treatment — check your policy terms before assuming coverage. At the first visit, expect an intake form and a detailed clinical interview covering your presenting concerns, personal and family history, and any prior diagnoses or treatments. For child and adolescent referrals, parents are typically present for part or all of the initial session. If you have existing diagnostic reports, school assessments, or previous clinical notes, bring copies as these help the clinician form an accurate picture more quickly.

Psychiatrists practising in Singapore must be registered with the Singapore Medical Council (SMC) — verifiable on the SMC's public online register at www.healthprofessionals.gov.sg. Counsellors are not yet subject to statutory licensing in Singapore, though reputable practitioners typically hold membership with the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC) or an internationally recognised credential such as NCCA or BACP. No regulatory licences are currently listed for Psych Matters on this KakiList entry. Before booking, ask the practice directly for the consulting clinician's name, their SMC registration number (if a psychiatrist), and any professional accreditation held by their counsellors. Confirm the practitioner's licence number on the SMC register before your first appointment.