Counselling
Always holding clients in ‘unconditional positive regard’, empathetic and attentive, challenging and sharing lived experience to reframe perspectives and uncover solutions.
After the end of my banking career, I studied for a Master’s degree in Counselling from Monash University of Australia. Since then, I have been an associate with Incontact Counselling & Training Pte. Ltd. More information can be found there.
Blending evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, Exposure Therapy, and the Gottman Method, I select and adapt tools to fit each client’s unique needs. Always holding my clients in “unconditional positive regard”, I help reframe challenges and uncover solutions often hidden in their subconscious. I give candid but empathic and non-judgmental feedback to build trust in our partnership. I like to use humour when appropriate to foster a comfortable and safe environment.
Having lived and worked in seven countries, including Singapore, the UK and India, my life’s journey has enabled me to be equally comfortable with all nationalities, races, ethnicities, religions, genders and sexualities. As a therapist, it gives me a particular advantage when working with expats and mixed couples.
My particular areas of work are stress and anxiety; low confidence and self-esteem; limiting beliefs; life transitions; non-clinical depression; couples and relationships; sex, sexuality and gender.
For more information, booking session appointments, or consultation –
Phone: +65 91348147
E-mail: admin@incontact.com.sg
Or contact me directly.
Certifications and Credentials
Provisional Member of SAC
Master of Counselling
Certified Sexologist
Testimonials
“I have sought counselling during a very difficult period in my life, when I was dealing with the emotional and mental stress of a long-term relationship breakup while also facing serious challenges in my business. During our sessions, Devendra has provided a safe and supportive space where I could openly share my problems and process what I was going through. Beyond listening, he has also provided clarity, direction, hope and encouragement for me to approach my problems one step at a time. I’m glad to say things have been progressively improving for me, and I’m deeply grateful for his guidance during such a challenging time. If you ever find yourself feeling lost and unsure who to turn to, seeking support from a professional counsellor like Devendra can make a meaningful difference. Thanks Devendra!”
“Absolutely fantastic. Deep insights and very approachable. Highly recommended.”
“I was referred to Mr Devendra for about a year now when I was going through challenges at work and struggling with my self-confidence. My sessions with him have always been well-paced, giving me the much-needed space to process my thoughts and emotions. His gentle questions have encouraged me to reflect more deeply on my career and life.”
“Mr. Devendra is patient and non-judgemental, and his thoughtful affirmations have helped me gradually rebuild my self-confidence and recognise unhealthy dynamics in my work place.”
“Beyond career coin selling and coaching, he has also helped me gain different perspectives on personal matters. Through his sharing of his own life experiences and offering thoughtful advice, he has provided me with valuable insights that I can reflect on and apply to my own life. Thank you, Mr Devendra, for our sessions thus far and thank you for being you.”
“Balancing work, personal life, and health while maintaining consistency, professionalism, and personal happiness can be challenging. I’ve been working with Devendra for over six months, and l’ve noticed gradual but meaningful improvements in these areas. I’d especially recommend counselling here to people who have lived in different countries, are career-oriented, and feel that something is missing in their lives despite doing well professionally.”
“I am thankful to have Mr Deven as my counsellor. He helped me realise my strength and taught me coping mechanisms to deal with challenges in life. He helped me realise how important self worth is. Thank you Mr Deven for all the kindness and support you’ve given me throughout my journey!”
“My experience with Dev has been very positive. I found his direct and practical style especially helpful, as it brings clarity to the issues I’m working through in a way that feels honest, constructive, and supportive. I also appreciate how he combines his therapy approach with his life coaching experience. This makes the sessions feel both reflective and action-oriented, helping me better understand myself while also identifying practical steps to move forward.”
“I do feel the sessions are helping me address my presenting concerns. The discussions have helped me gain more clarity on the underlying patterns and issues I am working through, while also giving me practical ways to think about and respond to them.”
“Devendra’s career counseling has helped get me through changes in my role/organization. He didn’t just apply standard counseling questioning techniques, but he shared experience and advise which were useful to my concerns. One can learn questioning techniques but how effective and impact the sessions have is greatly influenced by life/work experience.”
“I attended six in-person counselling sessions with Devendra at Incontact under the NCSS scheme, during a particularly challenging period in my life as I was going through the transition towards a new chapter.”
“Throughout the six sessions, Devendra helped me recognise things about myself and my thoughts that I was previously unaware of. His advice and guidance gave me a different perspective and helped me open up my mind to understand myself and my situation better.”
“There were moments during the journey when I felt dejected, especially when I felt “rejected” by something I had been working towards. But Devendra continued to encourage me and kept me moving forward when I was struggling to do so.”
“What stood out most to me were his words of wisdom. Many of the things he shared went beyond just counselling — they were valuable life lessons that I believe I will carry with me for a long time.”
“I’m truly grateful for the six sessions with Devendra. His patience, guidance and genuine encouragement made a meaningful difference to me during a difficult period of my life.”
“Thank you, Devendra, for helping me see things from a different perspective and for reminding me to keep moving forward.”
“Mr. Devendra was attentive, considerate, and guided me from his own experience, which I found to be inspiring and helpful. Honestly, it was an hour of venting for me each time but he gave me the room to do it and gave me some nuggets of advice that have stuck with me since.”