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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


Learning to let go of Perfectionism and People-Pleasing: How counselling can help
Perfectionism and people-pleasing can drain your energy. Counselling helps you reconnect with yourself and respond from a place of authenticity.
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Nov 5, 20252 min read


Understanding Anxiety: Calming the Alarm without Silencing Yourself
Learn to understand anxiety as an inner alarm, not an enemy, and discover gentle ways to work with it with compassion and support.
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Oct 24, 20253 min read


Breaking free from the “What-Ifs”: Overthinking, Anxiety, and the art of being gentle with yourself
Have you ever caught yourself spiraling into a “what-if” storm? You know the one - your mind racing through countless possibilities, most unlikely, but somehow still feeling urgent and real. If so, you’re not alone. Anxiety often thrives on “what-ifs,” leaving us exhausted, stuck, and disconnected from the present moment.
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Oct 22, 20252 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.
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Sep 11, 20255 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
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