Understanding the Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn Responses: Navigating Stress and Trauma. In times of stress or trauma, our bodies and minds have instinctive ways of responding to protect ourselves. These responses are commonly known as the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses. Recognizing and understanding these responses can help us better navigate challenging situations […]
Category: Counselling
The Dual Process Model of Grief and Loss
The Dual Process Model of Grief and Loss: A Pathway to Healing Grief and loss are universal experiences that impact individuals in various ways. The Dual Process Model of Grief and Loss is a framework that recognizes the oscillation between loss-oriented and restoration-oriented processes during the grieving journey. This model provides a valuable lens for […]
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy For Couples
Introducing ACT for Couples Therapy: Enhancing relationships and empowering partners building and maintaining a healthy and fulfilling relationship can be challenging at times. Couples often face conflicts, communication issues, and a lack of emotional connection. In such situations, seeking couples therapy can be beneficial. One approach gaining recognition for its effectiveness is Acceptance and Commitment […]
Trauma-Informed Counselling
Trauma-informed counselling is an approach that recognises the widespread impact of trauma on individuals and seeks to create a safe and supportive environment for healing. It is based on the understanding that trauma can have long-lasting effects on a person’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being. In this blog post, we will explore trauma-informed counselling and […]
The Importance of the Therapeutic Alliance
The therapeutic alliance is an essential component of successful counselling. It is a collaborative relationship between the therapist and the client that is built on mutual trust, respect, and empathy. The therapeutic alliance is one of the most robust predictors of treatment outcomes, making it a crucial factor in achieving positive results in therapy. So, […]
Three Stress Relief Techniques
Stress is a normal part of life, but when it becomes chronic, it can lead to negative health outcomes such as anxiety, depression, and physical health issues. Fortunately, there are many stress relief techniques that can help you manage stress and improve your overall well-being. In this post, we will explore three simple mindfulness practices […]
The Benefits of Counselling for Men
Today, we’re going to talk about the benefits of counselling for men. While there is still a stigma around men seeking help for mental health concerns, counselling can be a valuable resource for men who are struggling with various challenges in their lives. Here are some of the benefits of counselling for men: Mental health […]
The Benefits of Self-care
Self-care has become a buzzword in recent years, but what does it really mean and why is it important for mental health? Simply put, self-care refers to taking care of your physical, emotional, and mental health by engaging in activities that promote relaxation, stress relief, and overall well-being. While self-care may look different for everyone, […]
The Benefits of Counselling
Counselling is a type of therapy that can be incredibly beneficial for individuals who are struggling with a variety of issues. From relationship problems to mental health concerns, counselling provides a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings, and develop strategies for overcoming their challenges. One of the main benefits […]
Counselling For Men
Males account for 75% of the deaths by suicide in Australia each year yet men avoid seeing counsellors, clearly this needs to change and John Belchamber wants Sunny Coast Counselling to help make this happen.