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We all have triggers for our anger, things that make us snappy or lash out aggressively such as maybe a person pushing in front of a queue or feeling we’re being ignored. Understanding what these triggers are and re-examining our thoughts around them can be the first steps to understanding and managing anger. We can begin…

Understanding one another better can help us all improve our relationships. All our beliefs have developed over the whole of our lifespan.  We learn from our significant others such as parents, teachers, clergy, friends etc. We also learn from watching others for example in the playground, adults arguing, television and movies and so on. It’s…

Thinking about setting SMART goals? SMART goals are Specific, Measured, Achievable, Realistic and Time orientated. Specific – What exactly do you want to be?  Be positive!  “I want to get fit” rather than “I tired of being fat and lazy” Measureable – Getting thinner is not measureable.  Losing 5 pounds is.  Break down the bigger objective…

The ethos of homelessness prevention, and the services that work with homelessness are gaining more support and strength as austerity hits more and more of us. However the popular phrase that we are only ever a few pay packets away from being homeless, although may be true, isn’t the biggest reason why people present as…

There was a time when relationship counselling was known as marriage guidance. Sometimes it is known as marriage counselling. Relationship counselling is now broader than just married couples, but for everyone involved in a relationship with another person. One of the things at the core of a relationship is us wanting to feel significant to someone. Quite…

‘It’s good to talk’ is a common saying. We’ve all heard it at one time or another. I tend to believe there’s a lot of truth in it. In any relationship whether it’s with a partner, a neighbour, a friend, an employer, a family member or whoever communication is important. When a relationship goes wrong…

Not knowing what counselling is or what it involves can sometimes put people off seeking the help they need. To some the thought of telling a complete stranger about difficult situations in your life and memories and experiences in your past may even sound frightening. The truth is that counselling may at times be a…

Situations change, circumstances change, people change, feelings change and relationships change. In fact all relationships are continually changing, evolving, developing, moving etc. Change however can sometimes be difficult to understand, recognise and even manage. For some change can be uncomfortable or even be frightening. When change comes some couples may experience problems in one form or another….

What is binge eating? Most of us over eat now and then. We all like occasionally taking an extra helping at dinner or having extra dessert when you’re already full. But for binge eaters, overeating is regular and can feel uncontrollable. It can be overeating at mealtimes or constantly snacking. Binge eaters may use food to cope with stress…