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Putting Others' Needs First? How to Care for Others Without Losing Yourself
When care consistently flows outward, it can quietly wear us down. This piece explores how supporting yourself through counselling can help care remain warm, mutual, and sustainable - without losing yourself in the process.
The Counselling Cove
Mar 24 min read


How does stress affect relationships? When the weight of life spills into the space between you
How does stress affect relationships? Usually not all at once. As demands accumulate and capacity narrows, tension can settle into the space between you - in small misunderstandings, shorter tempers, or a subtle sense of distance. It’s often less about the relationship itself, and more about how much it’s being asked to hold.
The Counselling Cove
Feb 252 min read


How to Stop Being a People Pleaser (And Come Back to Yourself)
If you’re wondering how to stop being a people pleaser, you’re not alone in feeling tired of always putting yourself last. People-pleasing often develops as a way to stay connected and keep things running smoothly — even when it quietly costs you. This piece explores why the pattern makes sense, how it shows up day to day, and how you can begin including your own needs again, gently and at your own pace.
The Counselling Cove
Feb 64 min read


When you don’t get closure: Grieving the pain of Unfinished Goodbyes
Some endings don’t come neatly wrapped. A relationship might vanish overnight, a friendship fades without a word, or someone you love becomes distant - physically present but emotionally gone. These are moments that leave you suspended, grieving something that feels unfinished. Many people describe this as grieving someone who’s still alive. It’s a form of heartbreak that doesn’t have an ending . You may catch yourself replaying moments, hoping for answers, or wondering how s
The Counselling Cove
Nov 10, 20253 min read


How to move on after a breakup or divorce: Gentle steps for healing and hope
Breakups and divorce are painful losses that can leave you grieving deeply. Healing isn’t a straight line - it’s a back-and-forth between sadness and rebuilding. This post explores why heartbreak hurts so much, gentle steps to move forward, and how counselling can support you through the ups and downs of recovery.
The Counselling Cove
Sep 11, 20255 min read


When relationships end: Understanding the grief of separation and divorce
The end of a relationship can feel like the ground has shifted beneath you. The grief of relationship breakup comes with great complexities and counselling support can be valuable.
The Counselling Cove
Aug 29, 20253 min read
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