making therapy work for neurodiverse clients
Standard talking therapies often don’t work for people who are autistic or have ADHD traits, who experience challenges with traditional approaches.
why darkness comes up in therapy a lot
Darkness is often referenced in therapy as symbolising difficult or challenging emotions, experiences and thoughts.
acting up and getting angry when we can’t forgive ourselves
Feelings of unresolved guilt or shame over past actions can result in us getting angry and behaving badly as a way to cope.
a mental health crisis is not ‘minor’
Try waiting FIVE HOURS in a hospital ED with someone in crisis who, if not held by you, would run off and die.
key features of a recognised ethical framework in counselling
The key features of a recognised ethical framework for counselling are principles that ensure we work as counsellors in ways that are considerate and safe.
bogus vs legit therapists
It is important you seek out legitimate, qualified counsellors attached to a professional body like the BACP.