Counselling brings relief, clarity and direction. While of course it is different for each individual or couple facing difficulties, you may be able to relate to one of the following common reasons for seeking counselling:
- Stress, anxiety or panic
Worrying and unable to focus on anything clearly; erratic thoughts take over and even every day tasks can become too much. - Uncertainty in relationships
It may be hard to see how things can improve: neither staying nor leaving seem possible. - Overwhelming anger or frustration
When irritation quickly escalates into anger in situations that would not normally bother you; an outburst of anger can seemingly come from nowhere. - Indecision, confusion or inertia
Conflicting feelings may fill your thoughts; you might feel concerned and yet resentful at the same time. You may feel stuck and unable to act for fear of hurting another. - A sense of emptiness or detachment
A sense of flatness or even numbness seems to prevent you from feeling deeply about anything; nothing brings joy, excitement or enthusiasm - Grief, sadness or loss
Little things can set you off, make you want to cry, or cause you to feel down when you least expect it.