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Understanding your Inner Critic: Why it shows up and how counselling can help
Most of us know that inner voice that says, “You should be doing more,” or “Why can’t you just get it right?” That’s your inner critic - the part that points out mistakes, compares you to others, and sets impossible standards. While it can feel harsh, your inner critic often has a protective purpose. It might have developed to keep you safe from criticism or rejection - to help you fit in, achieve, or avoid failure. But over time, that protective voice can become relentless,
The Counselling Cove
Nov 7, 20253 min read


Want to reduce stress, anxiety and burnout? Start with the power of boundaries.
Feeling anxious, burnt out, or stressed and stretched thin at work? Boundaries aren’t barriers - they’re the key to reclaiming balance and making space for the moments that matter most.
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Sep 8, 20254 min read


Feeling Lost? Try this gentle counselling tool to find your way again.
Feeling stuck? Sometimes the way forward begins with asking a few quiet questions. There are seasons in life where everything feels blurry. You’re going through the motions - work, family, appointments, to-do lists - but something feels… off. You might not even be able to name what’s wrong. You just know you’re tired, flat, disconnected. Things that used to bring joy or purpose feel distant. You’re not sure what you want anymore - only that it’s not this. This kind of lostnes
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Jul 31, 20253 min read


Online Counselling: How Telehealth Therapy works and why it’s growing
Flexible, private, and efffective mental health support is now at your fingertips Gone are the days when counselling was limited to a client lying on a couch in a therapist’s office. In today’s busy world, therapy has evolved to meet people where they are - literally and figuratively. Online counselling (also known as online therapy, e-therapy, or telehealth counselling) is now a widely accessible, effective, and flexible form of support. As our lifestyles become more complex
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May 22, 20254 min read


Demystifying Therapy: How to find a counsellor that's the right fit for you
This blog helps explain who's who in the counselling world, and what the different counselling styles mean... and how to find the right fit for you amongst it all.
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May 16, 20256 min read


Understanding Burnout: More than just feeling tired
These days, the word burnout gets tossed around a lot. You’ve probably heard someone say, “Ugh, I’m so burnt out!” after a long day. But real burnout goes far deeper than just feeling tired or fed up - it’s a serious, often overwhelming condition that can affect every part of your life. When burnout hits, it can leave you feeling completely depleted - physically, emotionally, mentally, and even cognitively. It’s not just a rough patch; it’s a slow and often invisible process
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May 9, 20254 min read


Work and Wellbeing: How Counselling can help
Sometimes improving work starts with rediscovering life. Work-related stressors are one of the most common reasons people seek counselling. It’s not surprising - work naturally creates demanding environments and takes up a huge part of our lives. On top of that, our financial stability often hinges on our jobs, adding another layer of pressure. When clients come to explore work-related challenges, they often speak about stress, burnout, and difficulty maintaining a healthy wo
The Counselling Cove
Apr 22, 20253 min read
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