The Messed Up Counsellor

Episode 27: The things young people tell me.

In this episode we take a journey into their world and discuss how they see it working for them. Who is creating the problems that they face? How can we help them to communicate, understand, and be heard?

Episode 26: Choices and decisions

In this episode I discuss how to turn confusion and inability to choose into real change and progression.

Episode 25: You can’t change them.

Why do we always fall back into unhelpful dynamics in families? Why do we spend so much time and energy trying to change other people? In this episode I explore how to help people accept things they can’t change, and how to find peace with it.

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.