Counselling

In this article, we’re exploring how counselling and legal support services work hand in hand during a separation.

A divorce or separation is rarely simple and separation agreement solicitors are among those calling for more comprehensive support networks for those who find themselves struggling to cope during this difficult time.

During a separation it’s important to equip yourself with the right legal and emotional support. In this article, we’re looking at how counselling and legal support work hand in hand in separation cases. [Read more…]

In this article, we’re explaining the crucial role of mental health counselling in family law matters. Family law proceedings are often emotionally charged and complex, involving intricate dynamics that can significantly impact the wellbeing of individuals involved.

Recognising the intricate interplay between legal matters and mental health, the role of mental health counselling becomes paramount in navigating the complexities of family law. This article delves into the crucial significance of mental health counselling in family law matters, often handled in line with family law solicitors, shedding light on the holistic approach necessary for the overall health of individuals and families.

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In this article, we’re looking at how mental health counselling eases the challenges of divorce in 2024.

Divorce is a life-altering event that brings about significant changes, both emotionally and practically. The dissolution of a marriage often involves complex emotions, legal processes, and adjustments to a new way of life.

Amidst these challenges, mental health counselling emerges as a crucial support system, providing individuals with the tools to navigate the emotional roller coaster that accompanies divorce. Between counselling professionals and Cardiff divorce solicitors, separated Welsh Families can receive all the help needed to get through a difficult time. [Read more…]

When Can It Be Helpful To See A Counsellor?

Thousands of years ago, when our ancestors lived in tribal communities, they would gather around the campfire and tell stories about their experiences, receiving comfort and support from the community and perhaps words of wisdom from their elders. Human life has changed significantly since then, but our need for comfort, validation and guidance still remains. Like our ancestors, these needs can often be met by family, friends or colleagues, but at other times there may be reasons why we do not seek the support of those around us. Perhaps well-meaning advice hasn’t quite hit the mark, or maybe there is a desire not to burden others. Perhaps there is a sense that others simply won’t ‘get it’, that we will be negatively judged, or we prefer to just keep ourselves to ourselves. It is in these instances that time spent with a Counsellor can be really beneficial.

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Counselling is a talking therapy that can help people to deal with a wide range of problems, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and trauma. It can also help people to improve their communication and interpersonal skills, develop coping mechanisms, and make positive changes in their life.

Engaging one of our fee-for-a-service private counsellors means access in the shortest time to high-quality services that are unique and bespoke to you and yours. [Read more…]

When we think of an individual facing challenges with addiction, it’s possible to neglect the impact on others close to that individual.  In this guest post, author Helen Weir shares some helpful insight into just how those closest to the challenge of addiction are affected – and what can help. [Read more…]

Some of you may have seen my new 2-minute ‘welcome’ video, but for those of you who haven’t, read on. [Read more…]

A happy New Year to all my readers, connections, supporters, and not least, clients past – present and future. Of the two hundred and fifty blog posts I’ve published, over the past four years, I thought as we hurtle towards 2016 I would share a reminder of the diversity of some of those from 2015. [Read more…]

I provide CBT for many clients, mostly in-person, but also online. I am not, however, a one-trick-pony! CBT simply isn’t for everyone for a number of reasons. And if it is for you, how will you know? [Read more…]

Discovering the cost and value of counselling – or not!

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