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Hypnotherapy for Sexual Wellbeing & Fertility Support Overview Sexual and fertility challenges can be deeply distressing and are often shaped by psychological, emotional and physiological factors. When delivered by a trained and credentialed practitioner, hypnotherapy can serve as a complementary therapeutic approach to help individuals and couples explore and address these complex experiences. This article outlines how hypnotherapy works, its clinical applications and the gr

Emotional burden, lost childhood A parentified daughter  is a child who takes on caregiving responsibilities that are typically meant for a parent. This dynamic, known as parentification , often develops in families where emotional, financial or relational instability places adult burdens on a child. While parentification can create resilience and maturity, it can also lead to long-term emotional challenges that carry into adulthood. Understanding the signs of parentification

It is not the absence of conflict that defines a healthy relationship, but the way conflict is navigated. Strengthening Relationships Through Couples Therapy Shared Values, Boundaries & Trust At the foundation of every healthy relationship are three core elements: shared values, clear boundaries and mutual trust. For couples — particularly those navigating trauma, attachment wounds or PTSD — therapy offers a structured space to explore and strengthen these foundations. Below

Understanding, Supporting and Sustaining Your Relationship Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a serious and often misunderstood condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing trauma. While the person living with PTSD carries a deeply personal internal struggle, the impact of trauma rarely exists in isolation. It often shapes the dynamics of intimate relationships. Loving someone with PTSD can bring both closeness and complexity . The Ripple Effect of Trauma

Why Healthy Arguments Strengthen Relationships Conflict is inevitable in romantic, family and friendship relationships. Arguments come in many forms — some subtle, some intense — but they all carry meaning. It is not the presence of conflict that damages relationships, but how it is handled. Anger is not the same as aggression. Anger is a natural emotion that alerts us when something feels hurtful, unfair or misaligned. When expressed with care, it becomes information rather

Practical Stress Management Techniques for Everyday Life Chronic stress can quietly shape how we think, feel and respond to the world around us. Over time, unmanaged stress can affect sleep, relationships, concentration and physical health. One of the most important skills in coping with stress is learning to recognise it as it arises. When you notice tension building — a racing heart, shallow breathing, irritability or overwhelm — pause. Close your eyes if possible. Inhale s

Recent research suggests that regular meditation practice can improve mental flexibility, focus and emotional regulation. Over time, mindfulness meditation may even offer protective benefits against cognitive decline. In a world that constantly pulls our attention outward, mindfulness invites us to turn inward — not to escape, but to become aware. Mindfulness is a form of meditation that helps create space between ourselves and our reactions. Instead of operating from conditi

At SAB Counselling Service, our therapists practise integrative therapy — an approach that draws from multiple therapeutic disciplines to support the individual as a whole. Rather than applying a single method to every client, integrative therapy recognises that each person’s experiences, culture, nervous system and relational patterns are unique. Our therapists thoughtfully combine approaches to create a treatment plan that is responsive, flexible and tailored to your needs.

Understanding Trauma and the Path to Healing Sexual abuse exists within our communities regardless of race, culture or background. It is not confined to one group or one experience. Because of this, it is essential that we stand united in supporting survivors and creating spaces where healing is possible. Recovery is not only possible — it is achievable. What Is Trauma? Trauma is the emotional and psychological response to deeply distressing or disturbing experiences. It can