Recognizing the roots of the inner crtiic which leads to low self-esteem is the first step towards transformation. If your confidence has...

One of the harshest aspects of mental health issues is that they rob us of the ability to believe that others might be suffering in the...

Understanding the concept of the inner child is crucial for grasping the challenges we face in our relationships, both personal or...

Growing up with a parent who has a mental illness can profoundly impact one's emotional and psychological well-being. The coping...

Christmas is frequently depicted as a season of happiness, unity, and festivity. Yet, for many individuals, it can also highlight the...

Mindfulness is a mental state attained by concentrating one's attention on the current moment, free from judgment. It involves being...

Little Red Riding Hood What was her mother thinking of To send her daughter on her way Into the woods alone that day? Was she so busy...

Relying on others' opinions to affirm self-worth often stems from feelings of shame, such as believing one is not “good enough” or...

Are you a qualified counsellor and thinking of setting up private practice? Overwhelmed? Don't know where to start? Feeling a little...

Shame is a natural aspect of being human and is among the most painful emotions we encounter. When experiencing shame, you are likely...

Clients who approach me with low self-esteem frequently feel detached from their authentic selves. After exploring the reasons behind...

“Today, we turn to one person to provide what an entire village once did: a sense of grounding, meaning, and continuity. At the same...

Boarding school is a familiar concept to me. My parents attended boarding school at age 7, some of my siblings started boarding at 11,...

When used appropriately, open-ended questions are a vital tool that can enhance and deepen the counseling process. Asking questions in a...

Childbirth is often depicted as the most magical experience in the world, and for some women, it truly is. However, for others, it can be...

We live in a society where we think we can fix things, whereby everything has a solution. As an integrative counsellor, I use a variety...