Tag: counselling directory
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Navigating Life Transitions
Life is a series of transitions, each with the potential to challenge our sense of stability and wellbeing. Whether these changes are positive or negative, they can evoke a mix of emotions that require careful navigation. Understanding the nature of life transitions and developing effective strategies can help individuals adapt and thrive during these periods.…
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Understanding and Managing Anxiety
Anxiety is a common emotional experience that can manifest as feelings of worry, fear, or unease. While it’s a normal response to stress, chronic anxiety can be debilitating and interfere with daily life. Understanding anxiety and learning how to manage it effectively are essential for maintaining mental health and wellbeing. What is Anxiety? Anxiety is…
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The Importance of Self-Care for Mental Wellbeing
Self-care is often seen as a buzzword in today’s wellness culture, but it goes far beyond simple indulgence or pampering. At its core, self-care is about prioritizing your physical, emotional, and mental health to enhance your overall wellbeing. In a world filled with demands and expectations, practicing self-care is crucial for maintaining balance and resilience.…
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Coping with Grief: Understanding the Stages and Finding Healing
Grief is a deeply personal experience that arises from loss, whether it’s the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or significant life changes. Understanding the nature of grief and its stages can help individuals navigate their emotions and begin the healing process. What is Grief? Grief is a natural response to…
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Dealing With Inherited Family Trauma: “It Didn’t Start With You” Summarized
✎ Written by: Hendrina Sterling Understanding the Impact of Generational Trauma: Insights from Mark Wolynn Mark Wolynn, the director of The Family Constellation Institute in San Francisco and author of the bestseller It Didn’t Start With You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle, emphasizes a profound connection…
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Exploring Various Therapy Methods: Types and Approaches
There are many great ways of practising counselling or psychotherapy and this can make it confusing to know how to choose an appropriate therapist. Research suggests that the therapeutic relationship itself is more important for a good outcome than the particular theories your therapist favours. This means that if your therapist succeeds in helping you to feel…
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“Tips for avoiding negative energy and vibes”
We must learn to shield ourselves to protect against any negative energy that may come from people or situations. Good Vibes Only! There are times when you may find that being around certain individuals or groups of people leaves you with feelings of discomfort and drains your energy. It may be that spending time with…
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“Is it possible to receive hypnotherapy treatment through the NHS?”
Hypnotherapy is not usually available on the NHS. Hypnotherapy Hypnotherapy uses hypnosis to try to treat conditions or change habits. What happens in a hypnotherapy session There are different types of hypnotherapy and different ways of hypnotising someone. First, you’ll usually talk with your therapist to discuss what you hope to achieve and agree on…
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Dealing with grief can be challenging, but you don’t have to go through it by yourself.
Overcoming grief is a challenging process that can be overwhelming and painful. It’s important to remember that everyone grieves differently and there is no right or wrong way to grieve. However, some strategies may help you cope with your loss and begin the healing process. 1. Allow yourself to feel your emotions: Grief is a…