Communication and Reconnection
Sometimes we talk, but don’t really hear each other. Words are exchanged, but the meaning - the emotion behind them - gets lost. Over time, this can leave us feeling distant, unheard, or even invisible in our relationships.We see this often in counselling: couples who feel like housemates instead of partners, parents and teens locked in cycles of frustration, friends drifting apart without knowing why. It’s not that people[…]
When physical desires don’t match.
Intimacy means different things to different people. For some, physical closeness is a vital way of expressing love and feeling connected. For others, it may not hold the same importance - and that’s okay. But when two partners experience desire differently, it can create tension, confusion, and emotional distance.We often hear from people who feel rejected, unwanted, or[…]
Nature Walks: A Simple Stress-Relief Tip
Sometimes, the simplest things can make the biggest difference. Stepping outside - even for just a short walk - can be one of the most powerful ways to calm your mind and reconnect with yourself.Research shows that spending just 20 minutes in nature can lower cortisol, the stress hormone. But beyond the science, there’s something deeply[…]
Guided by the BACP Ethical Framework
When you choose to speak with a counsellor, you're placing a deep trust in them - sharing thoughts, feelings, and experiences that may never have been spoken aloud before. We don’t take that lightly.That’s why everything we do is guided by the BACP Ethical Framework - a set of professional standards that helps ensure counselling is safe, respectful, and grounded in[…]