Many of us are instinctively drawn to spending time in nature. Here I share some of the therapeutic effects of nurturing that connection to the natural world we are a part of.

As a special kind of language, poetry can help us to connect with what’s important to us in life. Here I share a practice I undertake sometimes with one of my favourite poems.

A snowy day - a winter wonderland or travel nightmare? We all know our perspective on things can make all the difference, but we can’t always put a positive spin on the things that cause us distress. I share why counselling can’t always give us straightforward answers.

You’d think caring and compassion would be no-brainers for a counsellor. But it’s not always easy in a culture of individualism and competition. Here, I share some of my journey on the path to allowing myself to care.

Connecting with the natural world is known to be good for our mental health. In this post, I share some of the moments of connection that I enjoy and invite you to pause and notice your own.

If you’re interested in outdoor counselling – sometimes known as Walk & Talk therapy – but haven’t experienced it before, you might be wondering how it works.

How do you know your counsellor is a professional with appropriate training? It can be hard to check when there are different training routes, membership bodies and directories. Here are a few of the facts.