mental health & benefits of therapy:
What is Psychoeducation?
Psychoeducation is a therapy intervention that helps you to understand what is going on. It provides us with a roadmap to better understand what is happening and why. This can empower us to communicate better, problem-solve, and make active changes in our lives through an increase in self-awareness.
Read on to find out more about talk therapy and the various ways counselling therapy can support you.
What type of counselling therapy do you provide?
Psychodynamic Counselling
Psychodynamic counselling offers a unique form of talk therapy that delves into the unconscious aspects of behaviour, thoughts, and emotions. It provides individuals with a safe and non-judgmental space to explore their innermost struggles and make meaningful connections with guidance from the counsellor.
Through this process of exploration comes deeper understanding, laying the groundwork for real and transformative change in one's life. Counselling therapy can be delivered on a weekly basis either short-term (counselling) or long-term (psychotherapy).
In counselling, consistency is essential. Together, we'll decide on the number of sessions during our assessments. We'll create a personalised plan to ensure you get the support you need on your journey to healing and growth.
What can therapy help with?
Depression & Anxiety
Depression and anxiety are among the most prevalent and distressing mental health conditions that can impact us at any stage of life. While different, these can often be intertwined and show up as self-harm or eating disorders.
Counselling therapy offers a supportive environment to explore the roots of these challenges, fostering awareness and facilitating positive change.
Trauma & Bereavement
Trauma is described as a deeply disturbing and distressing experience someone may go through. Bereavement is the experience of losing someone close to us and can be a challenging journey to navigate.
Anxiety, fear, and hopelessness often linger in the aftermath of such events, affecting a person's response to the world. Counselling therapy can provide a valuable outlet for processing and healing from these experiences.
Gender Identity & Sexual Orientation
Gender identity and sexual orientation are very different and reflect how a person identifies versus who the person is sexually attracted to. This aspect of attraction is complex and can evoke feelings of vulnerability when discussing them openly.
A supportive, confidential, and non-judgmental space provides invaluable support to individuals as they navigate the intricate landscape of their feelings and experiences, which may be influenced by societal expectations. In therapy is where one can begin to express themselves freely and openly share what's on their mind.
Anger
Anger is a universal emotion, yet its origins and expressions vary greatly from person to person. While some may turn inward with self-destructive behaviors, others may turn outward to lash out with their anger. Others ignore it with the wish it will go away to avoid the damaging of relationships. However this is seldom the case, and many find that anger always finds its way outside in the worst possible way.
By acknowledging and allowing ourselves to understanding the origins of anger, we can begin to manage its negative impacts and foster healthier responses to this powerful emotion.
New year, new sessions!
Tuesday online and Friday sessions available. Please enquire as I may be able to fit your preferred timing in.