CONFIDENTIAL Counselling
Psychological Support (Christchurch)
- Free Parking
- Easy Access Facilities
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Wheelchair Access
- 0799 998 7425
- confidentialcounselling@yahoo.com
I have a wealth of life experience and have been privileged to work with many clients from all walks of life with a variety of issues. I work with adults who may have had childhood experiences they avoided dealing with, or are overwhelmed at the moment with difficult situations and need an independent non-judgmental listener for some time and space just for themselves.
I know the power of talking therapy and the benefits, where possible, of self-improvement without medication. Emotions remain stuck within the body; not only in the heart and mind but within the nervous system and can, if continuously avoided, cause problems such as worry, disturbed sleep, disturbed appetite, low mood, depression, anxiety, low confidence, autoimmune illness, etc etc... the list goes on.
If you are suffering or struggling to cope with life at the moment or you feel you have a story to be told then Talking Therapy can be of great benefit, some quality time for yourself. Understanding yourself in relation to others or in relation to your circumstances and acceptance of the reality of a situation will help build resilience and your ability to cope.
Therapy can help individuals gain insight, build resilience and improve overall well-being. It provides a safe and confidential space for individuals to explore their thoughts, emotions and to develop coping skills. Through therapy, individuals can find balance, inner strength and take control of their lives.
In session @ 'The Garden Room'
Develop coping skills and resilience to handle stress and difficult life situations.
To actively engage and address past traumas or lingering emotional pain.
Improve communication skills and relationships with others.
Gain insight of ones emotions, thoughts, and behaviours.
Improve mental health and well-being, such as reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Achieve personal growth and self-improvement, and set goals for the future.
When you feel ready either phone, text or email to arrange a FREE no-obligation 15 minute initial phone introduction to see if you feel we could work together. I prefer to work face to face, but can offer phone consultations if you are unable to come to me in person.
In session @ your office: EAP scheme.
ABUSE emotional Physical Sexual(victim or perpetrator, past or present) ADHD cbt techniques ADDICTION address the cause, shopping, food, alcohol, drugs, gambling, internet, porn, sex, body image ABORTION conflict cultural religious identity issues ANGER expressed or repressed, understanding & managing ANXIETY emotional & physical symptoms explored AUTISM coping strategies cbt mindfulness BEREAVEMENT acceptance & support BULLYING victim or perpetrator CANCER independent listening for support for patient or a loved one CAREERS workplace stress can be examined objectively, work/life balance re-set CULTURAL ISSUES in the western world, conflict of self & others, Faiths & Freedoms DEMENTIA self or loved ones, explore how to cope, be free to speak openly DEPRESSION life history thought re-framing DISABILITY acceptance understanding emotions frustrations EATING DISORDERS support reframe relationship with food & body image, life history EMOTIONS re-balance overwhelm FINANCIAL ISSUES talk privately to see reality GRIEF acceptance & support to move forward HEALTH anxiety of diagnosis INFERTILITY & PREGNANCY beneficial support of an independent listener LIFE can be hard at times, to say aloud something you thought you’d never say can be very liberating and healing LONELINESS exploration in depth, set some goals LOSS death of a loved one , a pet, loss of freedom, redundancy, marriage: whatever your loss it helps to talk MENOPAUSE moving into life’s next chapter is not always easy OCD obsessive compulsive disorder can be debilitating OLDER PEOPLE don’t take your secret to the grave, lighten your way by releasing emotions PHOBIAS can be overcome with help PTSD can be eased with certain therapies RELATIONSHIPS patterns of relating, life scripts can be evident to an honest independent therapist SELF-ESTEEM low confidence will hold you back, explore self-improvement SELF-HARM explore your psyche, your triggers, understand difficulties, coping mechanisms SEXUAL ISSUES adverse experience, sexual identity, historical or current abuse SOCIAL ANXIETY learning how to adapt by self- exploration STRESS talking therapy is a big help to easing stress SUICIDE sharing feelings speaking openly honestly may alleviate dark thoughts turning negatives to positives TRAUMA talking helps you don’t have to re-live your traumas WORK related issues, independent listening may prevent overwhelm objectively to prevent irrational decisions.
