The Hidden Link Between Anxiety and Substance Use
That glass of wine to steady your nerves before a work presentation. The joint that finally quiets your racing thoughts at night. The way substances seem to take the edge off when everything feels too much. If any of this sounds familiar, you're not alone. As an online counsellor working with clients in the Reading […]
7 Hidden Signs of Childhood Trauma in Adults
Do you find yourself constantly trying to please others, even at the expense of your own needs? Perhaps you struggle with relationships, always waiting for the other shoe to drop? Or maybe you're dealing with unexplained anxiety or health issues that doctors can't quite pin down? As an online counsellor working in person with clients […]
PTSD Symptoms Most People Don’t Know About
As an online counsellor working with clients in the Reading area, I often hear people say "But I didn't think that was PTSD." Do you experience unexplained physical symptoms, or find yourself feeling disconnected from your daily life? Perhaps you're struggling with memory problems that don't make sense to you? These could be lesser-known signs […]
The Connection Between Trauma and Addiction: What You Need to Know
As an online counsellor working face to face with clients in the Reading area, I've seen firsthand how trauma and addiction often go hand in hand. Do you find yourself using substances or behaviours to numb difficult emotions? Perhaps you've noticed that certain memories or situations trigger an overwhelming urge to escape through addiction. You're […]
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 […]