To be able to leave our past behind, we need to look at the origin of human behaviour, ideas and feelings that are the innate or learned; the nature…

While Christmas is seen as a jubilant occasion that embodies the theme of family, friends and happiness, the reality is that many are plagued by deep…

Anyone can suffer from low self esteem. Regardless of how great your childhood may have been, there may be some experiences that could impact your es…

How does therapy work? Many therapists are often asked by clients, what will happen in a session? How many times will I need to come? How much does i…

What is healthy self-esteem?  Healthy self-esteem is connected to our ability to be assertive, to ask for what we want, but also importantly to let…

Feeling overworked or overwhelmed? Whether it’s the dark evenings, the pressure of a fast approaching Christmas or the worrisome news we are bombard…

Counselling Directory sponsored the digital champion category at the Virgin Money Giving Mind Media Awards, which celebrates ‘honest, accurate and se…

In this busy life, we often rush from one thing to another without stopping and appreciating the beauty around us. Commitments, pressures, and worrie…

An important thing for quality of life is having our needs met. There are various reasons for not meeting our own needs. Sometimes we have simply nev…

We can go through life setting expectations for ourselves and striving to achieve those set by others. This starts from a very early age - is the lit…

When you hear the word Christmas do you feel a warmth and excitement bubbling up deep inside you? If the answer is yes, the good news is Christmas is…

Working with bereaved clients has taught me that a deeply enduring and difficult aspect of grief is the complicated impact it has on time. Most of us…