"I'm fine." "I'll manage." "Don't worry about me." "Other people have enough going on." "It's probably not that bad." "I'll deal with it." These are things I hear people say every day. For many people, asking for help doesn't come naturally. For some people, asking for help feels uncomfortable. For others, it doesn't even occur to them. Their first thought is rarely, "Who can help me?" It's usually, "How do I get through this?" They simply carry on. They keep going. They put

Understanding integrative counselling and why you don't need to choose the "right" type of therapy before reaching out. If you've been looking for a counsellor, you've probably come across terms like integrative counselling, CBT, person centred therapy or EMDR. It can feel a little overwhelming. You might even find yourself wondering whether you're supposed to know which type of therapy you need before making contact. The good news is that you don't. Most people don't get in

Many people reach out asking about EMDR therapy because they want relief from memories, anxiety, or experiences that still feel emotionally overwhelming. At the same time, it is very common to feel nervous about what EMDR might involve. One of the biggest worries people often have is: “Will I have to dive straight into traumatic memories?” The short answer is no. At Lavender Lane Counselling, I approach EMDR therapy gently and collaboratively. Before we begin any trauma proce