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Navigating Cancer and Menopause: Why Talking and Therapy Matter
From hot flushes, brain fog, and fatigue to the deep emotional impact of identity loss and loneliness, navigating cancer and menopause can feel overwhelming. In this blog, I explore why talking matters, and how counselling can help rebuild meaning and confidence after cancer treatment.
Your Thoughts Aren’t Facts: How Counselling Can Support You in Managing Negative Thinking
We all experience thoughts that pop into our minds unexpectedly. Some pass quickly, while others can overwhelm us and affect our mood. Common examples include “I’m not good enough,” “I’ll never succeed,” or “Everyone is judging me.” It’s important to remember: Thoughts Are Not Facts. They are interpretations, assumptions, or fears — not objective reality.
Living With Cancer or a Brain Tumour: Coping, Grief, and Finding the New You
Receiving a life-changing diagnosis can feel like the ground has shifted beneath you. I know this personally — I’ve faced cancer and a brain tumour. I understand how frightening, disorientating and desperately sad it can be. In a moment, the future you imagined has gone, and you can feel like a completely different person.