Changing your present through exploring your past

For many people coming to therapy for the first time, there is often an important question on their minds “How can talking about my past change the way I feel in the here and now?”

The question is very valid, after all no matter if we are talking about a few days ago or decades ago, you cannot change the past. You may recognise that things you experienced in the past were unhealthy, but ultimately you cannot change what has gone before, so how does talking about it help with feelings, thoughts and behaviours in the here and now?

What you need to know about Counselling & Psychotherapy

Counselling and Psychotherapy can feel mysterious and intimidating, especially if it’s your first time and you don’t know what to expect. So here’s what we in the therapist community wish people knew about counselling and psychotherapy!

First Timers Guide to Starting Counselling or Psychotherapy

Counselling, Psychotherapy and other talking therapies have a long proven track record of helping people overcome a multitude of distresses, issues and psychological struggles. However for anyone who has never gone to therapy before, the thought of it can in many cases be anxiety provoking which can delay people getting the help they need to improve their lives.

Differences in Counselling, Psychotherapy and Psychology

When people find themselves struggling with their mental health, the last thing they need to face is the confusing issue of which route to go down; Counselling, Psychology, Psychiatry or Psychotherapy. The truth is that all four therapeutic approaches have their benefits depending on what your needs and struggles are. Here we take a very basic look at the four approaches to therapy so you can get an idea of what you need.

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