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Sometimes you want to disappear, but all you really want is to be found!

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It’s like something is always missing!




Not Happy, Not Sad .. Just Empty!

Does this sound familiar?

“I have everything I could ask for….but there’s an emptiness that I feel inside!”
“ Why does this keep happening to me?”
“ No one understands me.” “ I wish I could feel more confident.”
“ I want to be a better parent than my own parents but I seem to repeat their patterns!”
“ My partner and me don’t really have issues, yet I feel there’s not much connection.”

I believe every human being can be their authentic self by embracing their good, bad and ugly. We can live a life of purpose & meaning, joy & vitality while experiencing both courage & fear, confidence & self-doubt, calm & anxious.
It is about becoming aware of these different parts of ourselves and then learning the skills to manage fear, the self-doubt and the anxiety.

I am Atika a trained therapist, have been in the mental health field for the past 18 years and have counselled people with varied issues like self-esteem, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, life transitions and parenting. I’m a psychologist, an entrepreneur whose dream is to make mental health as talked about as physical health – without judgements!!

My story

I’m a sensitive person and growing up in the 90’s I felt like a misfit as people around me were more cognitive with focus on behaviour rather than emotions. Therefore, I felt something is wrong with me that I hurt easily! I questioned why can’t I be stronger and did try to change myself only to feel more pain.
This was my motivation to study psychology and more than anything understand myself as I was confused with the messaging I received from others and what I felt inside. As I have been fortunate to experience other’s life journeys I have come to realise that all we need as humans is a validation of our experience. And that is my approach towards therapy, while I’m trained in different modalities like Person-Centred, Gottman’s Couple Therapy and Neuro-Linguistic Programming I use an eclectic approach as every individual is unique.
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What we do?

At Breaking Barriers we provide a safe and non-judgemental space for you to be at your most vulnerable self and we meet you where you are. To experience yourself in entirety – the messy & magical, the pain & power, the sadness & love, the fear and the courage.

I commit to holding your story with compassion and non-judgement. Nothing you tell me will be too much. Your whole, unfiltered self is safe here.
My Specialities

Individuals

Stress & Burnout
Chronic stress leads to burnout and you feel fatigue, lack of motivation & joy. We will work on identifying your stressors and develop healthy coping mechanisms so that you can regain the vitality. 
From people-pleasing to having healthy boundaries and prioritizing your own needs.
Depression
Depression is more than simply feeling unhappy or fed up for a few days. There is a feeling of hopeless and helplessness, loss of interest, change in appetite and sleep patterns, feeling worthless and can be accompanied by thoughts of death or suicide. Together we will explore the unhelpful thought patterns, build a routine and tap into resources that you can rely on.
 From being depressed and hopeless to feeling more energetic and joyful.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a sense of dread and constant worry. Together we’ll gently introduce moments of calm and grounding to soothe your nervous system and begin to provide a sense of ease.From feeling anxious to feeling safe in the world.
Life transitions
The one constant thing in life is change. However, any change positive or negative comes with a certain amount of stress because it is unfamiliar and that arouses anxiety. Change can be surprisingly hard. That’s because there’s usually more than a emotion roiling around. Along with happiness you may experience anxiety & self-doubt and we help with these overwhelming feelings. From numbing or avoiding your pain to being able to express emotions in a healthy way.
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Couples
The relationship that gave you joy and fulfillment is now causing pain and disappointment. As the initial honeymoon phase fades and the realities of life and responsibilities take over partners may feel overwhelmed and disconnected
The things you found attractive in your partner like their carefree, go with the flow attitude now is annoying as you want them to be able to plan the finances and family holidays. The fights seem to be repetitive and you are finding it hard to break the vicious cycle.
Couple’s Therapy will help in break the cycle that leads to anger, frustration, and disconnection, manage conflict in meaningful ways, heal past hurts that happened within the relationship, learn to be seen and heard by one another and establish shared meaning and life goals.
Gottman Couples Therapy is an approach to couples therapy developed by Dr’s. John and Julie Gottman. It’s based on over 40 years of research on what makes relationships succeed or fail. The therapy often involves assessment tools, such as questionnaires and interviews, to identify the specific issues within the relationship.
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''Successful long-term relationships are
created through small words, small
gestures, and small acts.'' - John Gottman

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Bringing the Baby Home

Becoming parents is the most significant change that one may experience in their marriage. It brings both incredible rewards and challenges. Gottman research shows that 67% of couples experience a significant drop in the quality of their relationship during the first three years of their baby’s life. Don’t let this happen to you!
Learn how to strengthen your friendship, increase intimacy, and regulate conflict with the Bringing Baby Home On-Demand Parents Workshop.
This research-based and tested program will help you and your partner enhance your relationship satisfaction while bringing a new baby into your lives.
You’ll learn about child development, sensitive and responsive parenting tactics, how to coordinate with family members, and discover ways to keep each parent involved.

Testimonials

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

"I am immensely grateful to Atika for her unwavering support and guidance during a period of significant transition and adversity. Moving to Singapore, where I did not have an existing support network, presented numerous challengewich were compounded by a serious health crisis and anxiety. However, with Atika’s support, I felt equipped to face these obstacles head-on. Her compassionate approach and insightful counsel helped me navigate the complexities of adjusting to a new environment while simultaneously coping with my ongoing challenges. I am deeply appreciative of her expertise, empathy, and commitment to my well-being. Without hesitation, I highly recommend her services to anyone!"- A.S 33 years
"Seeing Atika over 1.5 years has been a stable source of trust and personal development. With Atika's kind rhetoric techniques I learned to think out of boxes and explore my own needs. She therefore did not only support me with helpful advices during difficult times, but helped me grow into an independent woman. Thanks a lot, Atika !"- M.K 32 years
"I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Atika as my therapist, as from the get go, I could be myself and felt understood. She created an amazing space where I could share my concerns/issues freely and comfortably. What I love most about our sessions is that her approach is both reflective and action oriented. She very quickly identifies the underlying root cause and through a clear line of questions helps shed light on those causes. Most of all, her guidance/ counsel has always been direct and solution focused. Her firm and assertive recommendations are combined with a positive, patient and friendly demeanour. Our work together has helped me be more clear, happy, confident and shifted my mindset towards being more in charge of my life, rather than just being a passive participant. I would highly recommend her!"- R.M 31 years
"After extensively researching and profiling various therapists online, I chose Atika for her exceptional qualifications, testimonials, and relatable background. Atika listens attentively and asks thought-provoking questions, providing assignments that help me beyond our sessions. Her understanding of cultural nuances and shared experiences made me feel a strong sense of connection and trust, knowing that she genuinely understands my background and cultural context. She is warm and calm, always ensuring that she creates a safe and comfortable space for our sessions. I am confident in her ability to guide me through my journey in relationships, career, and life in general. 😊" - A.G 40 years
"Atika is a remarkable therapist who has truly changed my perspective on life. Thanks to her guidance, I have learned to see things in a whole new light that I never considered before. She has shown me a different way of looking at life, both in terms of what it currently is and what it has the potential to become. Without her support during my lowest moments, I don't know how I would have managed to pull through. What sets Atika apart is her ability to truly listen to me without any judgment or bias, which has been incredibly comforting and empowering."- S.P 34 years
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