Jo’s Blog
Do you know how you are?
This Mental Health Awareness Week, take some time and space to think about you and your feelings. Learn how to know how you are…
Why do I compare myself to others? Understanding comparison and self-worth
Comparing yourself to other people can leave you questioning your own progress, confidence and worth. This article explores why we compare ourselves, how it affects self-esteem, and how you can begin building a kinder, more compassionate relationship with yourself instead.
Male Mental Health
This blog is my plea to men who may be struggling to cope in life but who are not talking about it. I take a look at some statistics and share some male client experiences. #talkinghelps
“I don’t want to go to my next session!”
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by difficult emotions in your counselling sessions, it can be understandable to not want to come.
However, having the courage to share this with your counsellor can make all the difference to your perseverance and progress.
A word about ‘endings’ in therapy
The strength of the therapeutic relationship means that ending therapy, as well as being positive, can be difficult and/or sad for clients. It’s a big deal for therapists too! ‘Bittersweet’ some may say…
Here, I reflect on valuing and nurturing the vulnerability, resilience and fragile optimism of the human spirit.
The Rocky Road to Recovery
It can be heart-breaking for clients to have experienced some progress only to suffer a setback. Hope is shattered and it feels so hard to keep going. This blog explores the concept of ‘recovery’ and helps prepare clients for a possible rocky road along the way.
Not feeling like yourself? Signs your mental wellbeing may need attention
Have you been wondering, "Why don't I feel like myself?" Learn the early signs that your mental wellbeing may be struggling, what might be causing the change, and practical ways to reconnect with yourself before things become overwhelming.
Finding the right therapist: Why the therapeutic relationship matters
Your relationship with your therapist is unlike any other—it’s built on trust, acceptance, and collaboration. Learn why finding the right therapist matters and how this unique relationship can support your personal growth.
Unpacking your emotions: Why bottling things up doesn’t work
Keeping emotions bottled up can lead to stress, anxiety, and exhaustion. Learn why repression isn’t the answer and how therapy provides a safe space to unpack, heal, and move forward with more ease and self-compassion.
Is therapy for you? Here’s what to expect and how it can help
Wondering if therapy can help? Learn how a supportive, professional counselling relationship can help you feel heard, gain new perspectives, and make lasting changes in your life. Find out what to expect and how to get started today.