Should Counselling Feel Good?

Should Counselling Feel Good?

People come to counselling because they feel bad and they want to feel better. They know it may be a little difficult at times, but they hope it will be swift and that they will see a clear improvement week by week. It makes sense doesn’t it? If your body aches, you...

Focusing, the Felt Sense and Moving Deeper

Focusing, the Felt Sense and Moving Deeper

    I'm walking down Floral Street, no umbrella, under a dark March sky, and I meet my friend Dan. “How are you doing?” says Dan. I notice he’s looking a bit peaky. “Yes fine,” I say and it’s only a few moments of small talk before we part, without...

Self-Consciousness and Social Anxiety

Self-Consciousness and Social Anxiety

Imagine coming into a room full of strangers and immediately you feel self-conscious. They are all enjoying themselves drinking, laughing and talking, but when you come in, it seems that they look at you, grimace and look away. Or perhaps they stare and whisper to...