A LIFE WITH LESS EFFORT?

We all form unconscious leanings and self-protective habits early in life, based on our experiences. As we grow up and our life changes, these habits may become less useful and limit us, rather than support us in a positive way.

Looking at how you respond to things that matter, you can start to make sense of your life in a new way. Working with someone who is genuinely interested and welcoming, you can discover the missing pieces and ‘join the dots’. This usually liberates energy and you no longer have to work so hard to just be. Life becomes less effortful.

REASONS TO SEE A PSYCHOLOGIST

There are many reasons you might choose to see a psychologist. It’s natural to feel down once in a while, but if you have been feeling unease for a while or find yourself in one of the following situations, you may benefit from some support:

  • Maybe you are not comfortable confiding in friends and family. Or it’s just too hard to find the words for it anyway
  • Stress, anxiety or depression affects your enjoyment of life
  • Your doctor has suggested that seeing a psychologist will help you on your road to recovery or will help identify the reasons you feel unwell
  • You have tried changing a situation or relationship before without success and would like to get help to try again
  • You and your partner want to stay connected and deal with your challenges together

ISSUES I CAN HELP WITH

As a clinical psychologist, I can help you understand more about how you feel, think and act relating to a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges and difficulties. These are some of the kinds of issues I have experience with:

No matter what is troubling you, you can talk with me briefly before committing to an appointment. I welcome adults and adolescents as well as couples and families.

 

  • Stress and depression
  • Anxiety, panic attacks and phobia
  • Confidence and assertiveness
  • Breaking self-limiting life patterns
  • Ongoing feeling of emptiness
  • Self image and body image issues
  • Parenting issues
  • Marriage and relationship difficulties
  • Work or career issues
  • Changes to health and lifestyle
  • Grief, loss and trauma