Our modern world is complex, busy & constantly changing at the best of times and most of the time we just try to get on with our lives. However, the turbulent times we are currently experiencing have stopped most people in their tracks. Events and crises on not just our day-to-day lives but also on an international & global level are having significant impacts on all of us. The resultant persistent uncertainty and unpredictability in our lives can lead to abnormally raised levels of anxiety, insecurity and fear. We have, thankfully, got past the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, but many of us are still dealing with the aftermath in our daily lives, such as the grief arising from bereavement, the financial consequences of unemployment and loss of financial security. The ongoing stress of trying to cope with the social, health and financial aftereffects of the pandemic is worsened by the cost of living crisis, political and social uncertainties in the UK and elsewhere in the world and even the existential threats of climate change and environmental degradation.

In the face of these perceived sources of anxiety, you are in acute need of some support but perhaps feel you can't turn to your family, friends or colleagues because you're embarrassed, think they may not understand or because you think they may also be struggling with their own pressures and stress and you don't want to burden them further.

If so, I believe that counselling would be of real benefit to you. Counselling provides an opportunity to explore feelings, values and purpose in a safe, confidential setting. At its best, counselling can help you to experience more meaning, contentment and fulfilment in life - it's always a good time to talk.