Starting counselling can feel like a big step, one that’s often filled with a mix of hope, curiosity, and maybe even a little nervousness. Whether you’re considering counselling for the first time or just want a clearer understanding of what it involves, this article will walk you through what counselling is, what you can expect when you begin, and just as importantly, what not to expect. What Is Counselling? Counselling is a professional, supportive relationship between a tr

Trauma has a strange sense of time. It doesn’t behave like a memory filed neatly in a cabinet. It’s more like a song that keeps restarting mid-chorus, uninvited, at full volume, when you’re just trying to make a cup of tea. When people talk about trauma, they often mean PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). But there’s also CPTSD (Complex PTSD), which tends to grow not from one overwhelming event, but from repeated, relational experiences over time, often in childhood or clo