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Depression and anxiety are common. A person may experience reduced motivation, low energy, low self-esteem and a general sense of sadness when depressed. Anxiety can be accompanied with feelings of tension, restlessness, recurring intrusive thoughts and avoidance of certain situations. Counselling can be beneficial for people struggling with both depression and anxiety.

Adverse life experiences can be traumatic and result in changes to how the brain functions. Trauma can disrupt sleep and increase anxiety, leaving you feeling irritable, angry and hypervigilant. Intrusive memories, thoughts and physical symptoms; headaches, stomach issues and fatigue, are also common. Trauma informed counselling, including mindfulness based strategies, EMDR and Focusing Oriented Therapy, allows clients to process trauma and regain balance in their life. 

Counselling can benefit couples who are struggling with communication issues. It can provide tools for couples to be more effective in navigating and reducing conflict. It can be a safe space to talk about sexual concerns, unmet needs and shared goals for the future. 

Sexuality is a fundamental aspect of being human. Unfortunately, many people struggle to have open conversations about sex. Sex-positive counselling allows clients to explore aspects of their sexuality and sexual desire and to move beyond the shame that often surrounds this topic. 

While we will all experience loss in our lives, it can be a devastating experience. Loss can appear in several forms; the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, loss of health due to an illness, or a person losing their sense of identity. Counselling provides a space to process loss and to grieve that which you have lost. Counselling allows clients opportunities to explore life after loss and to establish a new path forward.

Neurodivergent is a term used to describe individuals whose neurological development and functioning differs from what is considered typical. These include (though are not limited to) people diagnosed with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, OCD and learning differences (e.g. dyslexia, dyscalculia). 

Neurodivergent-affirming counselling supports individuals to develop a greater acceptance of self. It provides space for clients to identify regulation needs and develop strategies to live a more balanced, authentic life.