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Articles on Counselling & Therapy

Plain-English articles on what counselling is actually like, how therapy works, and what to think about if you are considering starting.

2 July 2026 · 6 min read

The physical symptoms of anxiety

Anxiety isn't only in your head — it shows up in the body too. Here's what happens, why, and what helps.

2 July 2026 · 6 min read

A practical, compassionate guide — what genuinely helps, what to avoid, and how to look after yourself too.

2 July 2026 · 6 min read

What the five stages really describe, why grief is rarely linear, and what helps when loss feels too heavy.

2 July 2026 · 6 min read

Why low self-worth is learned, practical ways to start rebuilding it, and where lasting confidence comes from.

2 July 2026 · 6 min read

Eight honest signs counselling might help — you don't have to be in crisis, and you don't need a 'good enough' reason.

2 July 2026 · 6 min read

An honest 2026 guide to counselling prices — typical private rates, free and low-cost options, and what affects the cost.

2 July 2026 · 6 min read

A plain-English guide to the approach at the heart of how Lisa works — where it comes from, what happens in sessions, and who it helps.

2 July 2026 · 6 min read

The real difference between the two, why the label matters less than you think, and how to choose the right support.

11 June 2026 · 5 min read

A gentle, practical guide to what actually happens in a first session and how to prepare — by Lisa Brathwaite.

11 June 2026 · 6 min read

Honest comparison of online and in-person counselling, with help thinking through which would work best for you.