Relationship Skills: 7 Rules For A Heartfelt Apology and Why You Can’t Do It
We know when we mess up, we see it in their behaviour, body language, facial expressions and tone of voice and we feel it churning in the pit of our stomachs. We care about them and our relationship, we want to make it better and reconnect. So why is it SO hard to apologise? There […]
Anxiety: Reclaiming Your Life
For as long as I’ve been a counsellor anxiety has been the highest searched term on counselling directories. So many of us are struggling with anxiety it’s a pandemic in its own right, but why are we fighting with it and what can we do about it? What is anxiety? Before I share with you […]
Finding a counsellor: How to Make The Most of a Free Consultation Call
Starting Counselling: How To Make The Most Of A Free Consultation Call Taking the first step towards starting therapy can be a mixed bag. You might be feeling excitement, relief, and maybe a little hesitation. Whether you’re seeking therapy for yourself or as a couple, a free consultation call is a valuable opportunity to explore […]
Strengthening Your Relationship: How Couples Therapy Can Help
Every relationship has its ups and downs, but sometimes, life’s challenges can make it feel as though you and your partner are speaking completely different languages. Whether you're facing communication breakdowns, life transitions, or lingering conflicts, couples therapy offers a space to reconnect, understand each other more deeply and build a stronger foundation together. Many […]
Email Counselling: What is it? How does it work? What are the Benefits?
Finding the right counsellor can be hard enough, but then you have to find the right counselling method too! Thankfully these days if traditional face-to-face sessions aren’t a good fit for your needs there are lots of other ways to access support. Email counselling offers a private and incredibly flexible alternative to traditional […]
Refuelling the Care giver: Why self-care is Essential for Parents of Autistic Children
___________________ Before you read on: Being a parent or carer of an autistic child presents unique challenges, not only in support of the child but also to you as the care giver. In my role as counselling lead for Express CIC, I have seen spoken and worked with so many parents and carers from all […]
The Adventure begins: What is the first session like?
We've had our initial free call, sorted out the details and now our first session is here. Whether you're new to counselling or have been down this road before, meeting a new counsellor can feel a bit odd. Let’s be honest: sitting in a room with someone you don't know to discuss deeply personal matters […]
I Don’t Have a Mental Health Problem: Do I need Counselling?
It’s common to believe that counselling is for people with a mental health problem like depression and anxiety. The truth is that you might find counselling beneficial even if you feel like everything is going smoothly. What is mental health? When we hear the phrase “mental health problem” it can conjure up images of […]
Starting Counselling: The 4 stages before counselling
Step 1: I don’t have a problem! …Do I? In the early stages you aren’t fully aware that something is wrong, but maybe you’re more tired, have stiff shoulders and you’re feeling irritable towards loved ones. Perhaps you’re finding it harder to be in contact with people and have started to avoid things you usually enjoy. […]