It is now possible to completely and permanently alter our faces and bodies in a single day, give or take a few thousand pounds - but what effect doe…

Many approaches to working with people whose alcohol use is excessive are based on the 12 step model of Alcoholics Anonymous.  This works on the beli…

There is a lot of talk, publicity, and attention being paid to something called ‘Mindfulness’ which is supposed to be a new way of being aware of our…

A phenomenon rarely commented on in society is the significant minority of grandparents, who having had their their children when young, are now faci…

According to statistics, a mugging takes place every two minutes (on average) in the UK. So, what is it that drives muggers to launch these vicious a…

We all have an ‘inner critic’ – the part of us that tells us we’re not good enough. In many people it can be a fierce, even bullying, voice. It’s th…

Ever wondered why you do the things you do?  Have you ever thought that perhaps some reactions have been over-the-top, but it felt like you had no co…

Men are much more reluctant than women to look for help for their problems. Studies have shown that today’s man is more likely to be suffering from a…

Counsellors are plentiful but how do you choose one that's right for you. Well there's all the information on The Counselling Directory that lists th…

“Sleeplessness is a desert without vegetation or inhabitants.”  Jessamyn West Many of the clients who come to me with a variety of issues also suffe…

Learn how counselling can support individuals and families affected by Asperger's, offering understanding, guidance, and emotional support.

Shared Lives is a scheme that finds suitable foster families for adults who would otherwise face a very different future living out the remainder of…