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Welcome to our blog – your go-to resource for everything related to counselling and mental wellbeing. Whether you are seeking personal growth, support through life’s challenges, or guidance on how to build healthier relationships, the articles below are there to help provide support for your mental health journey. Topics include: Stress Management, Anxiety, Grief, Anger Management, Setting Life Goals and Couples Counselling.
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Understanding Stress: How It Shows Up and What You Can Do About It
6th Nov 2025
Stress. It’s a word we use almost daily But what is stress really? And more importantly, what can you do when it starts to take over your life? At Focus Point Counselling, we see stress not as something to fear - but something to understand and manage with the right tools and support.
Therapy Isn’t a Scary Thing: Debunking the Myths and Finding Support
6th Nov 2025
Let’s be honest - reaching out for help can feel uncomfortable, even scary. But just like you wouldn’t ignore a strange noise in your car or try to perform surgery on yourself, your mental health deserves expert attention too.
The Silent Strength Behind Every Good Therapist: Why Supervision Matters
9th Oct 2025
Behind every skilled, compassionate counsellor is a strong foundation of professional support - and one of the most important pillars of that support is clinical supervision.
The Power of Goal Setting: Turning Intentions Into Action
9th Oct 2025
Without clear goals, it's easy to drift through life, reacting instead of leading. Whether you’re working toward personal growth, professional success, or emotional healing, goal setting gives your life a sense of purpose and momentum.
How Couples Counselling Helps You Break the Cycle
3rd Sept 2025
Have you ever found yourselves having the same argument over and over again - only to end it in silence, frustration, or tears? You’re not alone. Many couples who walk through the doors of a counselling session are not broken.
The Many Faces of Grief: Holding Space for Loss in All Its Forms
3rd Sept 2025
Grief is one of life’s most universal experiences, yet it often feels deeply personal and isolating. Whether it’s the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a major life transition, or the loss of something hoped for, grief has a way of reshaping the landscape of our lives.
Understanding Anxiety: What It Is and How to Manage It
17th Sept 2025
Anxiety is a word we hear often - but what does it really mean? For many people, anxiety is more than just feeling nervous before a big presentation or a first date. It's a persistent sense of worry, dread, or unease that can interfere with everyday life.
Why Am I So Angry? Understanding the Impact of Anger on You and Others
17th Sept 2025
Anger is a normal, human emotion—one we all feel. It alerts us when something is wrong, unjust, or threatening. But when anger takes the driver’s seat too often or too intensely, it can damage your health, your relationships, and your sense of self.
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