Today it’s been 11 years since we (my family and I) lost my eldest sister. Her battle with cancer was short but it was lethal. Within being diagnosed a month later she was gone. Each year I find the anniversary of her death difficult. Anyone who has ever lost a loved one will agree thatContinue reading “The death of a loved one”
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Mindfulness – When can I find the time?!
Sometimes trying to find a balance between focusing on our everyday tasks and finding time for ourselves can be difficult. In all of the chores, work commitments and other mental checklists we tend to forget to pause and we end up putting our own needs on the back burner. This can result in us feelingContinue reading “Mindfulness – When can I find the time?!”
Starting the Journey
The journey to therapy can be a difficult one. Who do you turn to and what is available out there? It can be difficult to sift through all the different options. In this article I would like to talk to you about the beginning of the counselling journey. Self Help Where to start? This isContinue reading “Starting the Journey”
Next Steps to Counselling – Contracting
What is contracting and what to expect? So you have had your assessment or conversation with your counsellor and you are ready to start. The first session can sometimes go by very quickly and some of the information that is provided may seem to have got lost in the minefield of words and nerves. NormallyContinue reading “Next Steps to Counselling – Contracting”
Different forms of delivery
Due to recent COV-19 restrictions and for the safety of clients until further notice all forms of counselling are to be carried out remotely. Counselling can take place over the telephone or via video link using zoom or teams. Phone counselling does have its advantages where clients can save time and money from commuting toContinue reading “Different forms of delivery”
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