Jan Scoones Counselling & Psychotherapy
Based near Twyford, Reading, Wokingham and online
What is Fearful Avoidant Attachment? Signs and Symptoms in Relationships
As an online and face to face counsellor working with clients in the Reading area, I often encounter people struggling to understand their chaotic relationship patterns. Do you find yourself both desperately wanting close relationships yet feeling terrified of them? Perhaps you swing between intensely pursuing connection and then pushing people away? These could be […]
Attachment and Grief: Coping with Loss
As an online counsellor working with clients in the Reading area, I've seen how our attachment styles can profoundly influence how we experience and cope with grief. Have you ever wondered why some people seem to move through loss more easily while others struggle for years? Or perhaps you've noticed that your own grief feels […]
The Science Behind Attachment
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to navigate relationships with ease while others struggle? Or perhaps you've questioned why your own relationship patterns seem to repeat themselves? The answer often lies in the science of attachment and as an online counsellor working with clients in the Reading area, I have witnessed firsthand the […]
The Influence of Attachment on Self-Esteem: Unravelling the Connection
Have you ever wondered why you feel the way you do about yourself? Or perhaps you've noticed a link between your relationships and your self-confidence? As a counsellor working online and face to face with clients in the Reading area, I've seen time and again how our attachment styles can profoundly influence our self-esteem. Understanding […]
Fostering Secure Attachment: A Guide for Parents
Have you ever wondered if you're doing enough to build a strong, lasting bond with your child? Do you sometimes feel unsure about how to respond when your little one is upset or seeking attention? As a parent, these questions are natural, and you're not alone in asking them. The good news is that by […]
How Your Attachment Style Shapes Your Romantic Relationships
As an online and face to face counsellor working with clients in the Reading area, I've seen how attachment styles can affect our romantic relationships. Have you ever wondered why you react the way you do in relationships? Or why certain patterns seem to repeat themselves? Understanding your attachment style can shed light on these […]
The Push and Pull of Avoidant Attachment
Do you find yourself pulling away when relationships get too close? Perhaps you pride yourself on your independence, but deep down, you struggle to form deep, lasting connections. Maybe you've been told you're emotionally distant or unavailable. If these experiences resonate with you, you might be dealing with an avoidant attachment style. As an online […]
Anxious Attachment: Signs, Causes, and Coping Strategies
As an online counsellor and working face to face with clients in the Reading area, I've seen how an anxious attachment style can significantly impact relationships. Do you find yourself constantly worrying about your partner's feelings towards you? Or perhaps you're always seeking reassurance and validation, fearing abandonment at any moment? These could be signs […]