How does counselling work?

Counselling can give you an opportunity to fit your own oxygen mask first. Some space to focus on your own mental health and well-being. By using effective, evidence-based therapies, you can learn some simple tools for making coping easier. You’ll be able to approach your days with more energy and a clearer, more positive state of mind.

A Counsellor is a Non-Judgmental Listener

One of the biggest obstacles to seeking help is the fear of being judged. A counsellor is a trained listener and is non-judgmental. You can share your deepest fears and worries with them, and they will listen with empathy and understanding.

Counselling Allows for Personal Growth

Counselling is not just about solving problems. It is also about personal growth and development. A counsellor can help you become more self-aware, develop better communication skills, and increase your emotional intelligence. These skills will not only help you to navigate your current challenges but also improve your relationships and overall well-being.

Counselling Provides Objectivity

Sometimes, our friends and family members are too close to be objective. They may have good intentions, but their advice may not always be helpful. In contrast, a counsellor provides a neutral perspective, free from personal biases. They can provide you with the tools you need to take a step back, reassess your situation, and make better-informed decisions.

Counsellors Help with Specific Issues
Counsellors are trained in various techniques that can help with specific issues. Whether you are struggling with grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues, a counsellor can provide you with tailored solutions to your particular needs.

How I can help

I can provide you with a safe, calm space for you to express and explore your troubles, anxieties, fears. You can take your time, move at your own pace, away from distraction and noise.

Using a strengths-based and solution-oriented approach to counselling, I can help you to look at your situation through a new lens, focussing on your strengths, values, abilities and resources.

Talking to me can help you learn about your feelings, define your priorities, set up personal goals, and map out ways to achieve them. 

I can also help you to understand your feelings, where they come from and what to do with them, helping you to feel validated and empowered.