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Why Does Parenting Feel So Hard - and What Actually Helps?
Parenting young children can feel relentless - emotionally, mentally, and physically. If you’ve ever wondered why it feels so overwhelming, there may be a nervous system explanation. This article explores why parenting stress and anxiety are so common, and what genuinely helps when the demands don’t switch off.
The Counselling Cove
14 hours ago5 min read


Walk & Talk Grief Counselling
Grief can feel heavy, restless, and overwhelming — and sometimes sitting in a room to talk doesn’t feel like enough. Walk & talk therapy grief counselling offers a gentle, supportive alternative. By combining movement, nature, and reflective conversation, it allows your body and mind to process loss at your own pace. Walk & talk therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and gently navigate the experience of loss.
The Counselling Cove
4 days ago4 min read


Anxiety at Night: Why It Often Feels Worse After Dark
When anxiety shows up at night, it can feel overwhelming — racing thoughts, tension in the body, and pressure to sleep can take over just as the world goes quiet. This compassionate article explores why anxiety often intensifies after dark and offers gentle, therapy-informed ways to support your nervous system back toward rest.
The Counselling Cove
Jan 205 min read


Meaningful Ways to Remember a Loved One who died
There are many ways to remember someone who died that can bring comfort and a sense of closeness. Whether it’s revisiting special places, writing letters, or listening to their favourite music, these acts help us maintain a continuing bond and embed their memory into our lives.
The Counselling Cove
Jan 173 min read


Anxiety during Life Change: Why it rises and how to soften it
Anxiety during life change is a natural response to uncertainty, loss of control, and the unfamiliar. Even positive transitions can feel wobbly - and understanding why can help you feel steadier as you navigate them.
The Counselling Cove
Jan 153 min read


When Anxiety Feels Constant: Understanding High-Functioning Anxiety
High-functioning anxiety can hide behind success and competence, leaving capable people quietly exhausted. This post explores what it looks like, why it often goes unnoticed, and how counselling can help before burnout sets in.
The Counselling Cove
Jan 105 min read
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