As counsellors, it is helpful to be aware of "Maslow’s Hierarchy of Human Needs", especially the basic physiological need. A person needs to be fed,…

Depression and anxiety can be overpowering affecting all areas of life. Sufferers often feel alone or isolation. Perhaps believe that that others wil…

How do you know if you are depressed? Several clients I am working with were very surprised when they scored highly on the Becks Depression Inventor…

Sometimes in life we can feel down, low, tired and agitated, we begin to feel hopeless and start to neglect ourselves, losing interest in the things…

Depression is something that can affect us all. It is a serious problem and it needs concerted action if it is to be defeated. For those suffering fr…

It is true that depression isn’t something you can banish in an instant, however, a set of coping strategies and awareness can help you to help yours…

Like the rest of the population men get depression, yet they seem reluctant to step forward and get treatment. Do they feel weak or ashamed, embarras…

Most school children are asked to carry out homework or coursework and complete the task by a deadline. For most people, the deadlines don't go away…

“If I’m honest, I’m not sure sitting in a room telling a stranger things I wouldn’t dare share with my family and friends will help. I just don’t see…

So, you know you suffer from low moods. Perhaps you suffer from anxiety or depression. Experiencing these feelings can be overwhelming. You really wa…

‘Tis the season to be jolly! Everyone loves Christmas: the tree, the decorations, goodwill to all men, being with family and friends. Eat drink and b…

Depression can sometimes gradually creep up on us and reach a tipping point where we feel completely overwhelmed – all the joy has gone from life lea…