Helpful Tips to Manage Stress and Anxiety By Marie Finan – Cardiff Counsellor It’s natural to experience periods of emotional or mental strain—especially in today’s fast-paced, unpredictable world. Whether you’ve been navigating a particularly tough patch or are simply starting to notice the signs of burnout, it’s important to remember: your mental health matters . As a Cardiff counsellor , I often work with people who’ve spent months (or years) carrying stress silently, beli

Staying Resilient During COVID-19: Tips from a Cardiff Counsellor The coronavirus pandemic has affected all of us in ways we couldn’t have predicted. When news of the virus first reached us in early 2020, it was hard to understand what it would mean for our everyday lives. Now, a year on, the impact has been undeniable—and often painful. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, job insecurity, missed plans, or simply a disconnection from the people and routines we relied on, eve

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I’ve spent the last few days considering a response to the recent death of George Floyd and the civil unrest that has understandably followed. Shamefully, his death in such circumstances was not unprecedented, but for a black man to die so violently and neglectfully in the hands of authority is unpalatable, and unacceptable in 2020. Initially I felt afraid of writing the wrong words or questioned what I could offer as a white woman. But on further reflection, I think that i

Reaching the decision to start therapy isn’t always easy. You might have been thinking about counselling in Cardiff  for weeks, months—or even years. Often, the question isn’t whether therapy can help, but when is the right time to begin? The truth is, many people find that their issues come and go, or feel manageable—until they don’t. For some, it’s only at the point of crisis or burnout  that they seek support. But therapy isn’t just for crisis—it’s also a space to grow, ga