As therapists we’re taught to reflect, yet it’s easy to slip into fault-finding. We replay a session, feel cross with ourselves, and then repeat the same patterns. Reflective practice offers a kinder, more useful alternative: notice what happened, learn from it, and make a small change next time. One simple exercise I return to is […]
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Affiliate EAP work can be a steady, varied part of a private practice. Below I explain what EAPs are, how referrals work, typical requirements, and the real-world pros and cons from a counsellor’s perspective. What is an Employee Assistance Programme? An EAP is a confidential, employer-funded wellbeing service. Most offer a 24/7 helpline, information/advice, and
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Creating a blog online is relatively easy. The fastest way is set a blog up in WordPress or Blogger. I use WordPress as I find it easy to use. I can choose my own themes, layouts and there are plenty of free plug-ins that add functionality to my blog. I have created the blog and
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Counselling is a therapeutic process in which a trained professional, known as a counsellor, provides guidance and support to individuals facing various emotional, psychological, or personal challenges. Through a confidential and empathetic relationship, counselling helps individuals explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and gain insight into their problems. The ultimate goal of counselling is to
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