This is from a client to suffering from depression from a young age, however he made some significant life changes, to overcome the illness and start to lead a fulfilling life. Diane is a wonderful, inspiring person who made me feel I was important and could achieve any goal if I put my mind to […]
Are you an empath?
Traits of an empath: These traits can often be seen as excellent qualities in a human being, however they can also be seen as damaging to the individual. Do you identify with these traits? 1. Their Sensitivity An empath is a natural born healer and they feel as if they have to look strong for […]
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Let me share a story with you: I experienced M.E and it is the most debilitating illness you can imagine. I had to have a lie down when I got out of the shower my memory was totally disjointed and my cognitions were impaired.I could not engage in any of the activities I had previously […]
Sleep Deprivation
Sleep deprivation is experienced by many people. It affects your health much more deeply than just causing morning meeting drowsiness. Your cells repair themselves more rapidly at night time. The body produces higher levels of human growth hormone, which promotes cellular renewal, and your digestive system gets a break.” So if you skip it, you […]
Mindfulness
So What is Mindfulness Meditation? Mindfulness is the awareness of what is going on within your mind and body or outside in your environment in the present moment, without judgement, simply accepting what is. It is the ability to still the mind, or at least to slow it down for a period of time. Being, not Doing. It […]
What are the stages of Counselling
The first stage of counselling involves the client talking through their concerns whilst the counssellor listens and makes sure that they understand. The client needs to feel heard and not judged. With young people this can involve using puppets, paintsor sand. In order to enter the clients world the relevant materials need to be used […]
What is a divorce coach
The key to finding a competent divorce coach is researching your coach’s background – What are their expertise what do they specialise in. Whether it’s law, finance or counselling and deciding if it will lend itself to helping you navigate your divorce. Some divorce coaches only have experience of being divorced themselves. Now do not […]
Are you married to a Sociopath?
What is a sociopath, you may be wondering? Sociopaths are “people with a personality disorder manifesting itself in extreme antisocial attitudes and behaviour”. They aren’t just rapists or serial killers you see on televisions. They can be more than that and are all around you, disguised as your family members, friends, colleagues, and even someone […]
The Pots!!!!
Pots I ask you what do you do for self-care? What is self-care you ask? I was not taught that at school, I was taught Maths, English, Science even Religious Education but not self-care, what is it? Well, let me share with you one of the world’s best kept secrets. If you visualise metaphorically you […]
Medicaton
When clients are stressed or depressed medication may assist in helping the client to cope initially. However long term changes have to be made in the clients life to ensure a full recovery. Why were they forced to seek medication in the first place? Why have they become depressed/ stresses? These underlying issues need to […]