The Messed Up Counsellor

Episode 24: Supporting children- Identity & Sexuality

There is a lot of talk about identity and gender these days. Many parents what to be supportive and sympathetic but find there is a lot of new information to navigate, and previous generations might have dealt with these issues in a less inclusive way.

Episode 23: Self-care/Self compassion

Why is it important and how do we do it? What does it look like in the modern age? Are your hobbies just passing time, or are they helping you relax and refuel your energy and resilience?

Episode 22: What is trauma?

What is trauma and how do you recognise it? How does it affect you? How does it affect your human interactions?

Episode 21: How do we create space for personal growth?

People are getting busier. How do we make room to enhance our lives or relationships when we are busy just trying to survive?

Episode 20: Manipulation and Control

Sometimes people don’t even realise that they are in an abusive and controlling relationship. I explore what to look out for, and how you might detach yourself from an abusive relationship safely.

Episode 19: Sexual relationships and intimacy

In this podcast I talk about physical sex and intimacy, what the difference is, and how you might introduce both back into a relationship.
 

Episode 18: Abuse

In this podcast I look at the many different types of abuse and the effects that it can have on the victims of abuse. I explore how abuse can affect our relationships, and what signs and triggers to look out for.
 

Episode 17: Addiction

In this episode I talk to Steve, an addiction specialist. Addiction is an aspect of human nature that can be truly destructive to relationships and family connections. We explore the signs and signals of someone being affected by addiction and discuss how we might support them to get to a better place.
 

Episode 16: Affairs and trust.

What causes affairs and how do we repair or come to terms with the emotional fallout we experience when a breakdown of trust occurs?

Episode 15: Grief and loss, change and moving on.

I look at the process of change and loss which is a core issue for most human beings. I explore ways to understand the process and what might be helpful to move through it to get to the other side.