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25.01.2022 Anger is a legitimate emotion in itself, but it can also be a mask for so much more. Very often we can launch into anger and not understand what lies beneath it. Have a look at the 'Anger Iceberg' as a great picture representation of the concept and some of the powerful emotions that anger can hide. If you notice yourself getting angry, it is worth taking the time and space to consider where it is really coming from. Accessing these 'deeper' emotions take courage and honesty, and very often a guiding hand helps. That's where counselling can come in. #OnlineCounselling #better2021 #knowyourself #counselling
23.01.2022 Even if you have never had an end of year ritual before, 2020 seems like a good year to have one. - Perhaps writing a letter to 2020 about the hardships and lessons that you keep for posterity or you might like to burn? - Write or draw in a journal to reflect on any guilt, regrets and frustrations. - Go for a swim to wash away the year.... - Say goodbye to the year and get to bed early to wake to 2021 refreshed. The options are endless, but I don't think we need to continue to hang on what can be considered an unfortunate year. While 2021 is an unknown, we can bring in all we learnt in 2020 to it, better prepared, more resilient, with more knowledge, especially about washing hands and being in our own space. We are all better placed to deal with 2021, whatever it may bring. If you'd like to explore personal growth, consider #onlinecounselling as a way to reflect in your own time, in your own space.
19.01.2022 I am going through my own grief at the moment where the hole I feel in my life, doesn't feel like it will ever close. But I know that with time, space, reflection, support and family rituals it will get better, or at least evolve to a place of co-existence. I am not looking forward to the process, I just want it to be over. The thing is, how I go through this grief will be different to how you would go through grief of your own. It is a very personal ride that can be dealt w...ith in many ways. Society will have expectations around grief may not be helpful to your experience. I want to encourage you to seek support if you need it in periods of grief. Counselling works in these instances, your grief can take whatever form and you will receive no judgement. #onlinetherapy #counsellingworks #griefishard
19.01.2022 Connection is part of the puzzle that enables us to live a fulfilling life. Whilst connection can be found in nature, with pets, in writing, art, exercise or many other things, the value of human connection cannot be substituted out. In counselling, connection means that you are seen, heard, valued and validated. This is my goal as a Counsellor.
18.01.2022 No, you don’t have to be in crisis to see a counsellor. Ideally you seek counselling before you get to the tipping point of falling into crisis. Then you learn tools to cope, receive support and build to a better place in your life. Everyone’s issues are different, that’s why you are treated as you, whatever you bring to my sessions. ... . www.nicolebradley.com.au #onlinetherapy #therapyworks #veteranownedbusiness
15.01.2022 I noticed a trend where clients are finding themselves in long term relationships where they feel few things in their lives happen by their choice or decision. They are feeling that they no longer have a say in what is going on in their lives. The issue seems to have evolved over time, where in order to make their partner happy or content, they choose to not state their own wants or needs. It might be that they go along with their partner's plan about what you will do over th...e weekend, what is watched on tv, it might be the next priority to renovate your home, choice of holiday location or friends you socialise with. Over time it has led to a sense of being stuck, unsatisfied, having no respect and lost. When I ask if they have told their partner what they feel/want/need very often they no longer know how to. They stopped using their voice some time ago and are needing to find and reclaim it. Its a scary prospect to have a voice after a long time placating another. I can only encourage you to use your voice before it gets to this stage. Do it for you, your partner and the relationship.
14.01.2022 While January is nearly over, the year feels like it is about to get really going to me. I think it is something to do with public and school holidays? What about for you? I still have my free 20 minute introductory call available if you want to get more out of the year and look into online counselling.
13.01.2022 Whilst I don't give you answers to the problems you may be facing, I will provide perspective and insight to help you come to a better place to make a decision or take action. On occasions I may suggest practical advice that can lead to positive change. Such as my client who said that I had 'provided practical advice to deal with his illness' that his previous two psychologists didn't. Counselling is always about you. It isn't always an easy process but it can make big changes in your life.
11.01.2022 You may be feeling unlike yourself when something in your life ends, there is a chance it is grief, and it may be hard to deal with. The thing is, you not only grieve the initial loss but also, all of the hopes and dreams that you held. So, if you have a job with good pay, social connections, with an identity associated with it your grief is likely to be so much more than just no longer having that job. It includes the loss of what your future wages may have provided, the los...s of the daily catchups, a change in the way you regard yourself and how others see you plus the purpose of the job is no longer there. Just to name a few. Consider this with relationships, if a relationship ends after serious commitment you are grieving for the nights-in together you loved, holidays that had been planned, a party to recognise the relationship, warm hugs when you are feeling down and maybe even the children that will no longer be. All grief is valid. Don't push the feelings away, honour them and go through it, so you can come out the other side, not having forgotten, but ready to keep going.
04.01.2022 We hear about self care all the time and it all starts with being good to yourself. Take some time to be good to you. The return on investment is huge and so worth it, for yourself and those around you. Even when that investment is just a few moments alone.
01.01.2022 We often make the mistake of taking our thoughts as truth. Thoughts aren't truth and they don't have to be believed. So how about instead of fighting them off or struggling to change them, acknowledge them and let it be? Recognise when your thoughts are unhelpful and don't falling into the trap of belief. Counselling can help build skills such as this to help you work towards your personal goals. #onlinecousnelling #therapyworks #counselling
01.01.2022 Do you find December to be a difficult time of the year? You don't have to do it alone. I offer a free 20 min introduction call to meet me and ask any questions. Online counselling on your terms, in your space.... #onlinetherapy #counsellingworks #December2020
01.01.2022 This is Simba, he’s now 1 year old and has brought a connection into my life I didn’t know was missing. All of a sudden I have connection into my neighbourhood, with nature as we explore new places to walk, with him, and a new connection with my family as we watching him play and love us. Through my studies, work, involvement with the veteran community and @invictusgames2018 I’ve realised how important connection is. It comes in limitless forms and can bring you out of real...ly dark times. Where do you get connection? I can help in counselling to find a connection for you - with me and elsewhere. Book a 20min free call to see if I am right for you, through my website (link in bio).
01.01.2022 When someone in a family experiences mental ill health the whole family is affected. Recognising the burden children carry in such families, I am supporting Kookaburra Kids by making a donation with some of my counselling bookings. I was introduced to @kookaburrakids during the Invictus Games 2018 and have been following them closely since then. Looking after kids in such a challenging environment wasn't something I had considered prior to learning about this organisation. I'...m really glad to contribute to the work of Kookaburra Kids, supporting children (8-18 years) living in families affected by mental illness. Kookaburra Kids are such an important organisation in providing education, respite, prevention and early intervention mental health strategies. They also run a program for Defence kids (currently serving and veterans), which is very close to my heart.
01.01.2022 Knowing yourself can be liberating. Get started with $20 off full sessions conducted in December.
