7 things I learned working with interpreters in the counselling room
7 things I learned working with interpreters in the counselling room
Importance of pacing when Living with a Chronic Illness
Pacing is essential when living with chronic illness. This blog post will help you learn how to find balance in your energy levels and what you do.
Negative Thought Patterns
Our thoughts have a powerful impact on our emotions, and negative thought patterns can be particularly detrimental to our well-being. While we can’t completely prevent negative thoughts from arising, we can learn to manage them effectively. The key lies in recognising these thoughts for what they are—biased, intrusive, and negative—and then changing how we respond …
What is Gaslighting?
Gaslighting is a word we hear more often, especially on social media platforms. You might have come across phrases like “You’re gaslighting me!” But what does it truly mean, and why is it so concerning? How do we use the word correctly? What is Gaslighting? Gaslighting is a form of emotional manipulation that aims to …
Learn to live in the here and now
The past is a realm of memories, experiences, and lessons that have shaped us into who we are today. However, dwelling on the past can become a hindrance to our personal growth and overall happiness. We forget to live in the here and now. We need to change out thinking and learn to live in …
5 tips to help you stop worrying
Worrying is something we all do when we feel uncertain about the future or dwell on past mistakes. Worrying fuels anxiety. Worrying feels a pointless activity that serves no practical purpose. We need to let go of unnecessary worry and learn to live in the moment. By doing so, we can enjoy the present moment …
8 tips to help improve sleep
Poor sleep is one of the biggest concerns of my clients. They come seeking tips to help improve sleep. Poor sleep affects our mental health and our cognitive thinking. Clients who are depressed or anxious tend to suffer the most from poor sleep. Often they have created bad sleep habits. Getting into good sleep habits is …
Navigating the Emotional Whirlwind: Understanding the Five Stages of Grief
Navigating grief through give stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance. A journey through emotions, healing, and finding new meaning
Behaviours that fuel anxiety: 10 Common mistakes to avoid.
Behaviours that fuel anxiety: Common mistakes to avoid.
10 ways nature can help improve your mental health
Sunshine is finally here. The sun helps us all feel more energised and happier. The yellow fields and daffodils, allows us to start enjoying the outdoors and appreciate nature. It is helpful for us to spend more time in nature as it is a powerful resource that can help improve our mental health and well-being. Nature has been shown to have many benefits for mental health, including reducing stress and anxiety, improving mood, and promoting feelings of well-being.
How immediacy works in the counselling room
Immediacy is a powerful therapeutic technique that involves the therapist bringing their own thoughts, feelings, and reactions to the forefront of the therapeutic conversation.