by Westmeria | Jul 10, 2019 | Counselling, Health, Mental Health
When we are faced with actual or perceived dangerous or threatening situations, our fight, flight or freeze stress response is activated. This unconscious defence mechanism enables us to instantaneously evaluate the situation and triggers a series of physiological...
by Westmeria | Feb 4, 2019 | Health, Mental Health, self-care, self-compassion
We believe mindfulness can have an incredibly positive impact on our mental health, which is why we’re running a NEW mindfulness course here at Westmeria Counselling. Run by our counsellor Sheena, this 6 week course is perfect for beginners who would like to...
by Westmeria | Apr 16, 2018 | Counselling, Health, Mental Health, self-care
[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] This blog is aimed at sharing ‘5 steps to everyday happiness’ that I gained from a recent well-being publication. It left me reflecting on ‘the magic of the morning’ and how important this energy can...
by Westmeria | Mar 2, 2018 | Counselling
[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] Why study with us? [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”16px”][vc_column_text] When you make the decision to take a counselling course it can feel like a big step. An exciting and potentially...
by Westmeria | Jan 2, 2018 | Counselling
[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]If I may say so, talking is the food of life. Helpful talking goes on all the time between parents and children, friends, relatives, teachers and pupils, work colleagues and peers. However, the...