Counselling is a process of exploration and discovery. A counsellor will listen to you with an open mind and will aim to work with you collaboratively. The process is different to advice in that your counsellor will not necessarily give you answers. Instead the sessions are a space to grow new perspectives and widen the range of options available to you to instigate change in your life.

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Physical and mental health are of equal importance. Yet often people feel anxious or uncomfortable about seeking counselling for what can be very personal matters. Sometimes low mood, feelings of loss, anger, anxiety or shame, relationship difficulties or navigating change can feel overwhelming. Sometimes you might have a sense of struggling with your mental health but without knowing quite how or why. Attending counselling can help you find ways through such challenges by supporting you to:

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• gain psychological insight, resilience and flexibility

• manage or transform unconscious patterns that sometimes underpin behaviour and get in the way of your potential and fulfilment. These patterns can take the form of biases, expectations and ways of perceiving reality.

• gain emotional regulation and interpersonal skills.

• Help you manage and heal symptoms of trauma.

• Clarify your values and rekindle a sense of purpose and meaning.