Salvation Army Counselling Services ✓ ACRA Verified

Salvation Army Counselling Services uses a moderate pricing tier, but specific per-session rates are not publicly listed and should be confirmed directly with the centre. As a Salvation Army social service, subsidised or means-tested fee arrangements may be available for clients who qualify, which can significantly reduce the out-of-pocket cost. Typical counselling session fees in Singapore range from S$80–200 per session at private providers, though Salvation Army rates are generally more accessible. Ask at enquiry whether a sliding-scale fee, referral-based concession, or financial assistance scheme applies to your situation. There is no GST complication for most social service counselling fees — confirm at booking. See the full counselling cost guide for Singapore →

A formal referral is not always required to approach Salvation Army Counselling Services directly, but many clients arrive via referrals from GPs, hospitals, schools, or social service agencies. Having a referral letter can be helpful if you intend to claim against a corporate Employee Assistance Programme or seek reimbursement from an insurer. The first visit typically involves an intake assessment where the counsellor gathers background on your presenting concern, mental health history, and goals. It is useful to bring any relevant medical letters or prior assessment reports. Clients with complex or acute psychiatric conditions — such as active psychosis or acute suicidality — may be directed to a restructured hospital or polyclinic first for clinical management before counselling begins.

Counselling in Singapore is currently not statutorily regulated in the same way as physiotherapy or TCM, meaning there is no single mandatory government licence for counsellors. However, reputable practitioners hold membership with the Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC) or are registered with the Singapore Register of Counsellors, and may hold internationally recognised credentials such as those from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) or American Counseling Association (ACA). For psychologists practising within the service, registration with the Singapore Psychological Society (SPS) or listing on the Singapore Register of Psychologists is the relevant trust signal. Before your first session, ask for the name and professional credentials of the counsellor assigned to you and verify their membership on the relevant professional body's public register.