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World Wellbeing Week 2023

June 27, 2023June 27, 2023 by adminNo Comments

Here we are in the middle of another awareness week. It may well be something else awareness week too. After all, there are only 52 weeks in the year and infinite important things that we could increase our awareness about. However, for now, let's focus on wellbeing, as anything that reminds us to look after ourselves is valuable. The NHS offer a 5 step plan to increase well-being. Connect with other people Be physically active Learn new skills Give to others Pay attention to the moment If you want to know more visit: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/self-help/guides-tools-and-activities/five-steps-to-mental-wellbeing/ We just need to make sure that 'looking after our wellbeing' doesn't become another thing we are failing to do. If it feels daunting, just doing one thing you know helps, or trying one thing you think might, is a step in the right direction. Even if it is just pausing for a cup of tea! ...

Which type of the therapy would suit me?

June 8, 2023June 8, 2023 by adminNo Comments

Before I started looking at training to be a counsellor, I had no idea about the range of different types of therapy there are. If you are looking for a therapist, this article might help you to choose a form of therapy that suits you. https://nationalcounsellingsociety.org/counselling-directory/types-of-therapy?fbclid=IwAR0JOeWhSF3P8DOwe8dum6_byjpstF-Cg1ZiuvJNdKyjBXoC2KP3kxPhUIQ ...

Are you dealing with change?

May 31, 2022May 31, 2022 by adminNo Comments

Did you know that dragonflies transform from eggs to nymphs, before becoming the beautiful insects we notice? This is perhaps why they are a symbol of change and new beginnings. Change can be very positive. However, sometimes it is hard. We may experience change that we don't want and even if we want change we may be unsure how to achieve it or might struggle with the loss or uncertainty it can bring. That is perhaps why change is a theme which frequently crops up in counselling sessions, where I aim to give clients the space and support to explore their experience and to find a way through which is right for them. ...