The Messed Up Counsellor

Episode 64: Living with conflict and keeping yourself emotionally safe

Living with conflict and keeping yourself emotionally safe: why do we live with conflict what does it give us.

Episode 63: Manipulation and why people derive pleasure from creating pain

Manipulation and why people derive pleasure from creating pain, seeing them through different eyes the doctor Jekyll and Mr Hyde process.

Episode 62: Molly and the Challenges of being a freelancer

Molly and the challenge of being a young freelancer, coping with the pressure of proving yourself in the digital world. Coping with burnout and relationships and the fear of missing out.

Episode 61: Intergenerational communication

Why does it go wrong? What can help to help smooth the waters? Today I’m looking at the obstacles that can prevent different generations understanding each other and explore some ways to achieve a better connection.

Episode 60: Focussing on the things we can’t do or be.

I’ve found that people look at the things which go wrong don’t often think of the things that go right. If 20% of our world is in turmoil or in a negative spiral, why can’t we consider the 80% which is going well.

Episode 59: Pulled from pillar to post

How do we manage with all the pressures we bear? How can we make time for ourselves and instal some restrictions that might help?

Episode 58: Are we or can we ever be in control?

This week I explore this interesting question in the counselling room. Is it a mirage or fantasy to be, or feel like, we are in control?
 

Episode 57: A bit about me.

In this episode I discuss my experiences growing up, and how I learnt to express myself. Was I the black sheep or the instigator of exploration? Sometimes someone has to shake things up.

Episode 56: New year the promises we keep, or not.

Happy new year! In this episode I discuss how to keep your resolutions on track by staying motivated.

Episode 55: Christmas and families

Family gatherings can be problematic. Effective communication can often help. In this episode I explore why problems arise, and what you can do to make things easier.