I am here to listen. You are no longer alone.

What I Can Help With

People come to me with various worries or concerns and each issue is 'individual & personal' and can cross over many different headings over a period of time. So I have compiled a list of the most common concerns I work with to help you decide if I am right for you.

How Can I Help at Zoe Walters Counselling

Stress

Feeling overwhelmed, under pressure, struggling to cope with daily life, loss of sense of control, possibly leading to anxiety or depression.

Anxiety

Nervousness, fear, social anxiety, panic attacks and OCD.

Anger Management

Feeling tense or nervous, being unable to relax, being easily irritated, feeling humiliated, resenting other people possibly due to trauma, abuse, or stress.

Grief & Loss

Of loved ones, friends, pets, identity, a career, your health, or a life you feel you no longer have.

Depression

Continuous low mood or sadness feeling hopeless and helpless, having low self-esteem feeling tearful, feeling guilt-ridden, feeling irritable and intolerant of others having no motivation or interest in things, finding it difficult to make decisions, not getting any enjoyment out of life, feeling anxious or worried having suicidal thoughts or thoughts of harming yourself.

Relationship Issues

Divorce, problem relationships, family tensions, social interactions or loneliness.

Low Self-Esteem

Poor self-worth or a lack of identity, possibly from bullying or emotional distress, social media responses, feeling a lack of value in a peer group or the community.

Work Related Issues / Stress / Burnout

Mood swings, headache, stomach ache, being withdrawn, loss of motivation, commitment and confidence, feeling exhausted and tired, increased emotional reactions, being more tearful, sensitive or aggressive.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Caused by any situation a person finds traumatic possibly resulting in Flashbacks, avoidance of people, places and situations, nightmares, sleep issues, repetitive and distressing images or sensations, physical pain, sweating and feeling sick.

Complex PTSD

Similar to PTSD, however due to traumatic events that happened early in life, caused by a parent or carer, experienced the trauma for a long time, due to being alone during the trauma or perhaps there’s still contact with the person responsible for the trauma.

Self-harm

Intentional harm to yourself, resulting in the internal pain being seen.

Suicidal Thoughts

There's no right or wrong way to talk about suicidal feelings – starting the conversation is what's important.

Need Immediate Help?

If you need immediate help, here are some resources:

Call your GP or attend A&E
Call NHS on 111
Call The Samaritans on 116 123 or visit www.samaritans.org
Call Childline on 0800 1111 or visit www.childline.org.uk
Visit Young Minds at www.youngminds.org.uk
Visit NHS Recommended Services at www.nhs.uk

FREE Initial 20 Minute Session

I offer a FREE initial 20 minute call or consultation, where you can get to know me and discuss what brings you to counselling.

This gives you the opportunity to ask questions about the counselling I offer and to discuss any worries or concerns you may have about the process, to help you to feel safe and to decide if I am the right counsellor for you. It is an individual decision and no obligation to continue is expected.

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