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In psychology, stress is a feeling of emotional strain and pressure. Stress is a form of psychological discomfort and mental discomfort. Small amounts of stress may be beneficial, as it can improve athletic performance, motivation and reaction to the environment. Excessive amounts of stress, however, can increase the risk of strokes, heart attacks, ulcers, and mental illnesses such as depression and also aggravate pre-existing conditions.

Psychological stress can be external and related to the environment, but may also be caused by internal perceptions that cause an individual to experience anxiety or other negative emotions surrounding a situation, such as pressure, discomfort, etc., which they then deem stressful.

Anxiety is an emotion which is characterised by an unpleasant state of inner turmoil and includes feelings of dread over anticipated events. Anxiety is different from fear in that fear is defined as the emotional response to a present threat, whereas anxiety is the anticipation of a future one. It is often accompanied by nervous behaviour such as pacing back and forth, somatic complaints, and rumination.

Anxiety is a feeling of uneasiness and worry, usually generalized and unfocused as an overreaction to a situation that is only subjectively seen as menacing, It is often accompanied by muscular tension, restlessness, fatigue, inability to catch one's breath, tightness in the abdominal region, nausea, and problems in concentration.

Depression is a mental state of low mood and aversion to activity. It affects about 3.5% of the global population, or about 280 million people of all ages (as of 2020). Depression affects a person's thoughts, behaviour, feelings, and sense of well-being. Experiences that would normally bring a person pleasure or joy give reduced pleasure or joy, and the afflicted person often experiences a loss of motivation or interest in those activities.

Anger is a manifestation of a deeper underlying issue. It can play havoc with people’s lives. We offer the opportunity to explore unrecognised conflicts, allowing a space to find a resolution.

Sometimes, people seek therapy because they need a friendly, non-judgmental ear—a safe space where they can share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly. In everyday life, it can be challenging to find someone who listens deeply without interrupting, offering unsolicited advice, or projecting their own biases. This supportive connection helps individuals feel seen, heard, and valued, often leading to insights, emotional relief, and the confidence to face life's challenges more effectively.

Grief, mourning, loss and trauma

A death can lead to complicated grief. In fact a loss of any sort, such as moving abroad to work or sustaining a scar in an accident can have lasting effects. In these cases talking to an analyst may be helpful in resolving internal conflict. It is normal to experience a major loss as traumatic or inhibiting.  In some cases emotions can become overwhelming leading to insomnia, despair, anger, depression or even thoughts of suicide.

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Change management

Most humans do not like change. Workplace issues such as retirement, redundancy, a new job spec, or any of a myriad of other social factors can influence our psychical well being. There can be changes at home or school too, such as not making the team, a new baby, a relationship issue. Even positive changes may be the trigger for a period of uncertainty, for example moving from school to college. In any of these instances talking to a trained therapist can be extremely useful.

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Relationship issues

All relationships are complex and can be difficult, at home, at work, at play, in bed. Most of the time we can sort it out, but there are times when it just doesn’t work. Consulting with a therapist may allow us to explore a different perspective.

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Gender identity

Sexuality isn’t always straightforward. Instead there is a complex relationship between our gender identification, our bodies and our society. Confusion in relationships and questions around gender and sexuality benefit from talking and working through in a confidential and non-judgemental setting.

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Abuse and bullying

Abuse and bullying expresses itself in a wide range of physical, emotional and sexual behaviours. It happens in all age groups and environments. It is extremely difficult to confront because of the fear and undermining of self-esteem that results from bullying and abusive behaviour.

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Self harm

Self harm occurs in times of great stress as a response to inner turmoil. Self harming is serious and should not be ignored.

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Addiction

Addictions are complex and take many forms, from alcohol dependency, drug misuse (prescribed or social) to gambling, sex or excessive/extreme sport or exercise. It is difficult to acknowledge to yourself and then to someone else that you are caught up in behaviours you can no longer control. Initially many try to conceal their addiction, feel shame about it and think change is impossible.