Who We Support

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Around one in ten people live with anxiety at any one time. It can feel like your mind won’t switch off and your body is constantly on alert. Knowing you are not alone is the first step, and having the right support can make the load feel lighter.

Stress is the body’s natural response to being under pressure, but long periods of stress can leave you drained and irritable. Pausing to reflect on what is driving your stress opens the door to change, and even small adjustments can transform how you cope day to day.

Depression is not just sadness. It can take away energy, motivation, and joy in the things you used to love. For many, even getting out of bed feels like a mountain. There is no shame in this, and there is always a path forward, even if it feels hidden right now.

Trauma reshapes how the brain and body respond to the world. Flashbacks, nightmares, or sudden panic are not signs of weakness, they are survival responses. Understanding this can be the beginning of taking back control and feeling safe again.

Every relationship is a mix of closeness, conflict, and compromise. Sometimes patterns repeat without us noticing, leaving us stuck in cycles of tension or silence. Honest conversations about relationships can uncover new ways of connecting and being understood.

The scars of domestic abuse are not always visible. Fear, shame, and isolation can linger long after leaving. Speaking these truths in a safe space allows them to be witnessed with dignity and without judgment, which can be a powerful act of reclaiming yourself.

Sexual abuse leaves deep emotional marks, often carried in silence. It can shape how you see yourself, your trust in others, and your sense of safety. Finding your voice again is possible, and being heard without judgment is an important part of healing.

Grief does not have a timetable. One day you may feel strong, the next the smallest reminder takes your breath away. Grief is a sign of love, and carrying it does not mean you are broken, it means the bond mattered and still matters.

Addiction is rarely about the substance or behaviour alone. Often it begins as a way to numb pain or escape reality. Recognising the need underneath the addiction is the start of breaking the cycle and finding healthier ways to meet it.

An eating disorder is not about vanity or willpower. It is often about control, emotions, and identity. The numbers on a scale never tell the full story. Listening to what lies beneath can open the way to self acceptance and gentler care for your body.

The way you speak to yourself matters. Harsh inner voices can hold you back from opportunities and connection. Building self esteem is about unlearning old narratives and daring to believe you are worthy of kindness and respect, from others and from yourself.

Phobias are more than fears. They can take over daily routines and make simple activities feel impossible. Facing them does not mean rushing into the fear, but slowly reshaping your relationship with it so that life feels less restricted.

Anger is often the mask worn by hurt, fear, or injustice. While it can feel explosive, anger is also a messenger telling us something is not right. Listening to what sits underneath can turn anger from a destructive force into a powerful source of clarity.

Alcohol or drugs can become coping tools when life feels overwhelming, but over time they often create more pain. Honest reflection on the role they play can unlock new choices, giving you freedom to shape a different kind of future.

Family conflict can cut deeper than most arguments because it touches our sense of belonging. Cycles of misunderstanding and tension can last years. Shining a light on the dynamics at play creates room for new ways of relating and rebuilding trust.

Every story is shaped by culture, identity, and lived experience. Our counsellors come from many different backgrounds across the world, and we celebrate the richness this brings. Here, every client is welcomed as their full self, without compromise.

Recovery is not a straight path. It is full of progress, setbacks, and moments of resilience you may not even notice in yourself. What matters is that recovery is possible, and each step forward, no matter how small, is part of that journey.

Have you ever noticed yourself repeating the same behaviours even when you promised you would not? These patterns are often rooted in old experiences. Becoming aware of them is the first step to breaking free and creating new possibilities.

Who am I? It is a question that can feel unsettling but also deeply important. Identity can be about culture, values, gender, relationships, or all of these. Exploring who you are allows you to live more authentically and feel more at peace within yourself.

Sometimes you may not know exactly what you need, only that you need to be heard. That is enough. Support is about creating space for you to bring whatever feels important, big or small, and knowing that you will not be judged for it.

Shifts in mood are a normal part of being human, but when sadness, irritability, or flatness linger it can disrupt daily life. Learning to understand your mood gives you the power to respond with care instead of being controlled by it.

The list of challenges people bring to counselling is endless. Maybe it's anxiety and stress therapy, or maybe you do not need the right words or a clear label to come here. Whatever you are carrying is welcome. This is your space, where your story matters, and where you will always be met with respect.