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Starting counselling, for many of us, is a freaky enough proposition: why add to the stress by keeping the counselling process secret? Writing about counselling and its myriad facets is at the heart of my articles, fuelled by a drive to make information about counselling transparent and accessible. I write about other things psychology-related too, to mix things up.
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You Can’t Cheat The System
When cutting corners leads to nervous system consequences.
Why Change is Hard
Digging deep on the topic and practice of change.
Let The Tears Flow? The Ins and Outs of Crying In Therapy
The many aspects of crying (or not) in therapy.
Ho, Ho, No! When the Holiday Season Doesn’t Work For You
A closer look at some of the reasons why the holiday season might not work for you.
The Therapy Threat: Counselling Ultimatums and Why They Suck
When engaging in counselling is, or feels forced, it’s rarely a good thing.
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The Architect of Overwhelm
A counsellor takes a stab at understanding her own experience with overwhelm, including her part in it.
The Smallest “Goals” In My World
Reflecting on “goals,” Willow Tree Counselling-style.
Why Waiting Lists?
A deep dive into why counselling waiting lists exist and how to navigate them.
When You’re Seeing More Than One Therapist At A Time
The pluses and perils of seeing more than one counsellor at a time.
“I’m Too Upset To Go To Counselling!”
Understanding the seemingly paradoxical, yet common, dilemma of being too upset to go to counselling.
Introducing the New Therapist Checklist
A checklist to help you navigate the adventure of finding a counsellor.
Top Tips for Eating Well When You’re Depressed
Practical suggestions for eating when your mood is low.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
A rundown on one of my favourite therapies.
Social Signs of Depression
Much of the information on depression highlights its signs and symptoms. While important, what is often missing is the impact of these symptoms on the affected person’s life.
Depression: Help and Treatment
Understanding treatment options for depression.
Depression Tips
The best strategies for dealing with depression often come from those with lived experience and have wisdom to share. A few counsellor tips are thrown in too.
The Seasonal Blues: Understanding and Helping Seasonal Affective Disorder
Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder + strategies to help.