Talk Therapy for Personal Growth and Deeper Self-Discovery
Ruang Therapy offers a space that meets you where you are — just as you are. We provide individual and couples counselling at reasonable rates, in a warm and welcoming environment in Petaling Jaya.
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About Ruang Therapy
The Story Behind "Ruang"
Ruang means “space” in Malay — a reflection of the safe space therapy offers. Within this space, therapy is collaborative: therapist and client work together as partners toward a shared outcome. Our work aims to facilitate exploration, discovery, insight, and clarity.
Meet Your Therapist
Sharlene, Licensed Counsellor (KB13202 | PA12817)
Sharlene is a Licensed Counsellor with a psychodynamic approach to life and therapy. She has over 15 years of professional corporate experience prior to a career pivot into mental health. She now works with clients from all walks of life, bringing a grounded, real-world perspective to therapeutic work.
Sharlene has a particular interest in supporting clients through relationship issues, anxiety, grief, and personal growth.
Languages Spoken
- English (Proficient, first language)
- Bahasa Malaysia (Fluent and conversational)
Services
How We Can Support You
Individual
Therapy
A safe space to work through your concerns and struggles, whether life feels overwhelming or there is a need for deeper exploration and understanding. Therapy work is collaborative and tailored to your needs. Exploring thoughts, emotions and life experiences while working towards a more wholesome version of yourself.
Couples
Therapy
A neutral space to facilitate meaningful conversations between couples, strengthening connection and working through underlying issues. Therapy work involves uncovering patterns, discovering unspoken truths, building on couple dynamics and gaining clarity within the relationship.
Corporate
Mental Health Services
Ruang Therapy partners with organizations to support employee wellbeing through:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Group Process for Peer Support
Training & Workshops
Every organization is different — reach out to discuss arrangements tailored to your team’s needs.
How to Start
Our Journey Together Begins Here
Register
Complete the registration form here. Your therapist will contact you to schedule your first session.
Make Payment
Pay via online banking or the QR code provided.
Meet Your Therapist
Complete the intake forms provided, and see you soon!
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Curiosities About Therapy
What happens in a therapy session?
The first session, usually called an intake, is typically about getting to know each other. Your therapist will explain how the process works, discuss important policies, and ask about what brings you to the session. You may raise concerns and discuss any preferences. Your therapist will work together with you to understand your concerns and develop a way forward.
How long do I need to attend therapy, and how often?
Individual therapy: Intake session will take about 1 hour and 20 minutes; subsequent sessions will take about 50 minutes.
Couples therapy: Intake session will take about 1 hour 50 minutes; subsequent sessions will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Frequency and duration: It is recommended to attend sessions on a weekly basis. The journey in therapy may last for weeks, months or years. You may discuss your needs and concerns with your therapist to build a workable plan.
How do I know if I need therapy?
You do not need a severe crisis or a diagnosed mental health condition to seek therapy. Many people attend therapy to improve their quality of life, learn how to manage stress, navigate transitions (for e.g., a career change or a loss of someone close), relationship or friendship issues, self-improvement, and the list goes on. Your reasons could be different and therapy could offer the space you need to talk about it.
How is therapy different from seeing a psychiatrist?
Therapy, or counselling, involves working with a licensed mental health practitioner to address emotional and psychological challenges. Therapy provides a safe space to talk about your struggles and it offers support to navigate through these challenges. Psychiatrists are trained as medical doctors specializing in mental health disorders. They tend to treat patients who struggle with more severe conditions and would usually prescribe medication for symptom management.
Do you prescribe medication or diagnose conditions?
Currently, these services are not available here. We are not able to diagnose a mental health condition, prescribe or sell any medication.
Do you provide emergency or hotline services?
Unfortunately, these services are not available here. Sessions are only done by appointment basis. The therapist may provide some support through email or Whatsapp, within the limitations of her availability. If you are feeling unsafe, struggling with suicidal thoughts or require immediate assistance, please reach out to one of the hotlines below for support: https://findahelpline.com/my/topics/suicidal-thoughts
Are your rates negotiable?
The rates offered are already within reasonable and affordable range, in comparison to market practice. Please do not hesitate to reach out to discuss any concerns you may have.
How can I get the most of out of sessions?
Come prepared to be open and honest with your therapist. Therapy may be uncomfortable as it will uncover underlying issues and address topics that are not always easy to talk about. It is important to communicate with your therapist and bring up any concerns or curiosities that may arise.
What if I don’t like what is happening in sessions?
Therapy may bring about uncomfortable and unpleasant feelings and memories. Just like any process of healing, it may sometimes feel worse before it gets better. Be open to share about any discomfort you may be experiencing and work with your therapist to make adjustments. In the event that things are not working out and you wish to discontinue, please speak about this with your therapist for a referral or a different plan to support you better.
What if I need to reschedule or cancel a session?
Rescheduling of sessions may be done with at least 48 hours’ of notice, with valid reasons. The fee that has been paid will then be carried forward to the new session date. Cancellations will lead to a forfeiture of the fee.