Category Archives: Counselling

The O and the C of OCD

OCD has become a bit of a joke – in that it’s common for people to state flippantly that they’re “a bit OCD” about something – when what they really  mean is that they like things to be neat and … Continue reading

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Making a difference – how volunteering helps me

This week I heard someone giving a presentation about their volunteering role with a disabled and disadvantaged children’s charity.  The passion with which she spoke about the work and how much it gives to her made me think about my … Continue reading

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World Mental Health Day – 10th October

Today – 10th October – is World Mental Health Day – a day designated by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise awareness of mental health issues. This year the theme is mental health and older adults. Continue reading

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