Blog Posts
Why Some Autistic People Need a Purpose to Leave the House
For some autistic people, leaving the house isn't about anxiety or not wanting to socialise. Sometimes, they simply need a reason to go out. Having a clear purpose, such as work, meeting someone or doing something they enjoy, can make leaving home much easier. Understanding this can help us look beyond assumptions and better understand the different ways autistic people experience the world.
Why I Became a Counsellor!
After discovering I was autistic at 30, I began to understand why my own experience of counselling hadn't worked for me. That experience ultimately inspired me to become the counsellor I wish I had met, someone who listens without judgement, understands neurodiversity and adapts therapy to the person, rather than expecting the person to fit the therapy. Today, I use my own experiences to help others feel understood, accepted and able to be themselves.
Men’s Mental Health: Why Talking Really Matters
Men are often taught to be strong, hide their emotions and deal with problems on their own. But what happens when those emotions have nowhere to go? In this personal blog, Joseph Oakes explores men’s mental health, societal pressures and his own experience of living as a man. He looks at how becoming more self-aware helped him understand his emotions and why talking about mental health can be an important first step towards feeling heard, understood and supported.
What is Neurodiversity and How Can Counselling Help?
Neurodiversity recognises that differences in how people think, feel, communicate, and experience the world are natural variations of the human brain. Conditions such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and Tourette’s syndrome are part of neurodiversity and are not something that needs to be “fixed.” Counselling can provide a safe, supportive space to explore emotions, relationships, identity, sensory experiences, anxiety, burnout, and self-esteem in a way that respects each person’s unique way of thinking and processing the world.
Have you ever wondered if you might be neurodivergent? Maybe you've spent years feeling different, struggling with social situations, change, sensory overload, emotions, or everyday tasks without understanding why. This article explores the signs of autism and ADHD in adults, masking, burnout, sensory overload, AuDHD and how counselling can help you better understand yourself. Most importantly, it looks beyond labels and asks a simple question: “What do I need to be myself?”