When the World Feels Unsteady: Finding Ground Again
At Core Counselling Service, we recognise that many people are currently experiencing a quiet but persistent sense of uncertainty. You may notice this in the heaviness of the news cycle, in shifting personal circumstances, or in a subtle feeling that things are becoming harder to hold. Across many areas of life, the ground can feel […]
The Transformative Power of Therapy: Why Talking Can Heal
What is counselling? We all experience the ups and downs of life. Often, we are able to cope with our difficulties. But there are times when life events, whether expected or unexpected, can overwhelm us. We may end up feeling vulnerable, uncertain, anxious, low, and lacking in vitality. We might lose hope about the value […]
Why Christmas Can Feel So Challenging
The Christmas period often carries powerful emotional weight. Expectations, memories, and social pressures can intensify how we feel, particularly if life has been demanding or painful in recent months. Some common reasons people experience low mood at Christmas include: Unrealistic expectations – Media and social messaging can create pressure to feel happy, grateful, and festive, […]
Understanding Anxiety: Finding Calm in a Busy World
At Core Counselling Service, we understand that anxiety can touch anyone’s life. Whether it shows up as racing thoughts before a big meeting, a constant feeling of unease, or physical symptoms like tension and shortness of breath, anxiety is a natural response to stress — but it can also become overwhelming. What Is Anxiety? Anxiety […]
Grieving for a Pet: Understanding the Journey of Loss
Have you ever stopped to think about the incredible bond we form with our pets? They share our homes, our routines, and often, our most private moments of joy and sadness. Therefore, when that bond is broken—through separation, illness, or death—the pain can feel overwhelming. Indeed, the grief that follows can be every bit as […]
Queer Aging and Loneliness: Finding Connection in Later Life
The Quiet Challenge of Growing Older as LGBTQ+ Aging brings many changes — new chapters, shifting identities, and evolving relationships. However, for many LGBTQ+ people, these transitions can bring unique emotional challenges. Over the years, queer individuals have developed resilience in the face of discrimination and invisibility. Nevertheless, as we age, it can become harder […]
You Are Not Alone! How It Feels to Live with ADHD
Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed with ADHD, lived with it for years, or simply suspect your mind works differently, this space is for you. Living with ADHD can sometimes feel like tuning a radio that never quite finds the right station. One moment, your thoughts burst with energy and ideas; the next, you drift into […]