Is
it hard to talk about your problems with people
around you?
My name is
Barbara and I am an experienced and supportive therapist helping you
to overcome life’s struggles. I offer face-to-face counselling but
also counselling via the phone, email and online.
What does
counselling look like?
Starting
counselling feels uncomfortable for most people, but actually making
the first appointment is probably the most daunting part. Counselling lets
you talk about how you feel, away from home life, school or work. It
can help you enjoy your life again.
Why do I feel
like this?
At the beginning
of therapy, you will explore the
root of the problem, and you
will become aware of your unwanted thoughts and responsive
behaviours, which might be unhelpful or even sometimes destructive.
You might be looking at the past, recognising how it impacted on your
self-esteem and on those around you (partner, family, friends,
colleagues)
What are my
options?
Through
conversation, you will feel empowered to
shift from a position
of feeling stuck and hopeless to a position where you have a choice
to live the life you want.
I offer an integrative approach in a non-blaming, non-judgemental context, supporting you to explore the best-suited solutions to achieve your therapeutic goal. I may at times challenge your views and help you to see things from a different perspective.
How can I
change my life?
The final phase
is to start thinking
differently, controlling your unwanted
thoughts and behaviours. Therapy will empower you to think, act, and
interact in a more fulfilling way. It will help you move forward with
more confidence and feel less anxious.
Counselling should help you to see things differently. Just talking to someone who isn’t involved in your life is helpful.
How many
sessions will I need?
Counselling
requires focus and commitment. Short term (6 sessions) or long-term
therapies are options that we can discuss, based on the goal you want
to achieve.