What I Wish More People Knew About Therapy
Therapy is not a quick fix, it's a gradual process of learning, unlearning, and practising new ways of thinking and responding.
Starting Therapy
What therapy is really like, why it feels cliché at first, how to ask for help, and what progress actually looks like.
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Why Therapy Feels Cliché Before It Starts Working
Sometimes the first steps seem simple, but they often open the door to deeper insights.
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When You Say, "Therapy Isn't for Me"
More often than not, this isn't a rejection of therapy itself, but of what therapy represents.
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Why Therapists Ask So Many Questions
Often, the most transformative moments in therapy come from being asked a question that changes how you see yourself.
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How One Question Redefined Therapy for Me: A Therapist's Perspective
Trust isn't something we intentionally build through techniques or perfect responses. It's often a byproduct of genuine human connection.
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How Progress in Therapy Isn't Linear
Healing has not looked like a straight line towards becoming a completely "fixed" version of myself.
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Why Is It So Difficult to Ask for Help?
On shame, independence culture, childhood dynamics, and vulnerability.
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What is therapy and counselling (and how is it different from talking to a friend)?
Why Therapy Isn't Just "Talking to a Friend" – and Why Both Matter!
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Psychiatrist or Psychologist? Your Simple Guide for Finding Help
Understanding these two roles is the key to getting the help you need.
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Palliative Care Counselling
Palliative counseling helps the patient have the right mindset during their treatment procedures.