Mr. KARL FRANCIS DESOUZA, MA, CMSAC RegClr

(He/Him)
Preferred Name: KARL

Online Therapy

About Me

I am a psychotherapist, trained as both a Clinical Psychologist and Counsellor, and the Director of Listening Ear Counselling & Consultancy Pte. Ltd. in Singapore. With more than two decades of experience in the helping profession, I have journeyed alongside individuals, couples, and families from diverse walks of life, supporting them through trauma, loss, relationship challenges, and life transitions with empathy, warmth, and a touch of humour when life allows it.

For over 15 years, I have integrated EMDR Therapy in my work, specialising in trauma and complex trauma, attachment injuries, shame, and relational distress. I am a Life Member of EMDR India and a Full Member of EMDR Singapore. My advanced EMDR training and consultation include work with Dr Roger Solomon, Dolores Mosquera, Ignacio (Nacho) Jarero, Ana Gomez, Carol Forgash, and Kelly Smyth-Dent, among others.

My Portuguese-Goan-Indian heritage and marriage of 25 years to a Singaporean Chinese spouse have shaped my deep respect for cultural diversity and human connection. As a Singapore citizen, I value inclusivity and have had the privilege of working with clients of varied nationalities, faiths, and orientations in both local and international contexts.

My areas of focus include trauma and complex trauma, attachment wounds, infidelity, addiction, and sexuality-related concerns, including those rooted in early developmental experiences. My therapeutic approach integrates EMDR with bottom-up modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing (SE), and Dynamic Attachment Repatterning Experience (DARe), alongside top-down approaches such as Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Choice/Reality Therapy. I also draw on postmodern models including Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Narrative Therapy.

I consider myself a lifelong student, continually learning and refining my craft to bring the best to those I serve. I work at my clients’ pace, guided by a neuro-experiential model that emphasises safety, presence, and collaboration. However complex the story, I believe therapy can remain deeply humane, genuine, and even gently humorous, because connection heals.

I am LGBTQIA+ and SGM affirming.
Available for in-person and online sessions via Zoom.

Education & Experience

Master of Psychology (Clinical)

Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Supervision

Certificate in Supervision

Master of Sociology

Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Guidance

Bachelor of Law (LLB)

Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Engineering)

I have been working in the helping profession since 2002. After completing my Master’s in Clinical Psychology and Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Guidance, I began my career with non-governmental organisations supporting individuals and families through diverse life challenges.

Since 2008, I have been in private practice, providing psychotherapy and counselling services in Singapore and internationally. For more than 15 years, I have integrated EMDR Therapy into my clinical work, specialising in trauma, attachment injuries, and relational distress. I have undertaken advanced EMDR training and consultation with Dr Roger Solomon, Dolores Mosquera, Ignacio (Nacho) Jarero, Ana Gomez, Carol Forgash, and Kelly Smyth-Dent, among others, to refine and deepen my practice.

Being in the field for over two decades and a lifelong learner, I have been trained in various other modalities including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Dynamic Attachment Repatterning Experience (DARe), Integral Somatic Psychology (ISP), Brainspotting, Memory Reconsolidation (MEMI), the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT), Choice/Reality Therapy, Nonviolent Communication (NVC), Transactional Analysis (TA), and Gestalt Therapy.

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC): Registered Counsellor, Clinical Member; Member, Membership & Private Practice Subcommittees

Singapore Psychological Society (SPS): Full Member

EMDR Singapore: Full Member

EMDR India: Life Member

American Counselling Association (ACA): Professional Member

American Psychological Association (APA): International Affiliate

International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology (IACCP): Fellow

Association of Christian Counsellors Singapore (ACCS): Member

Transactional Analysis Association of Singapore (TAAS): Executive Committee Member

William Glasser Institute Singapore: Member

Specialty Area

  • Addictions
  • Adoption
  • Alcohol/Substance Abuse
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Issues
  • Gender Identity
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Marriage/Relationship Issues
  • Moral Injury
  • Phobias
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
  • Sexual Dysfunction
  • Somatic Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Stress Management
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Expats
  • Families
  • Immigrants
  • LGBTQ+
  • Seniors

Language

  • English
  • Hindi

Insurance

  • Cigna