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Yvonne Dryburgh
BSc (Hons), PNCPS Acc.
Counsellor/Therapist
“What the Hell Is Going On?” The Emotional Rollercoaster of Menopause
There’s a moment many women reach in life when they quietly ask — “What the hell is going on?”Is this my life now? Will it always feel this way? Will I ever feel human again?" The menopause journey can be difficult to put into words because, let’s be honest, there are so many different symptoms to this “gift” that just keeps on giving, you can barely keep up. I once read that there are around 34 symptoms associated with menopause — but I can’t help but wonder who wrote that
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Oct 134 min read
Barriers to Therapy: What Might Be Getting in the Way (and Why That’s Normal)
Thinking about starting therapy can bring up a mix of emotions — hope, curiosity, uncertainty, even fear. Many people spend months or even years considering counselling before taking that first step, and that’s completely understandable. We’re often told to “keep going” or “stay strong,” so asking for help can feel unfamiliar or even uncomfortable. But if you’ve ever found yourself wondering whether therapy might help — and then talking yourself out of it — you’re not alone.
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Oct 133 min read
Myths & Misunderstandings About Chronic Illness
When you live with chronic illness, you quickly discover that the condition itself is only part of the challenge. The other part?...
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Aug 122 min read
Invisible Illness: Why You Can’t Always See Chronic Conditions
When we think of illness, we often picture visible signs — a cast, a rash, a limp. But for millions of people living with chronic...
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Aug 122 min read
Living with Chronic Illness: The Emotional Impact You Don’t Always See
When we talk about health, we often focus on the physical — pain, fatigue, medication. But for many people living with chronic illness,...
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Jul 292 min read
Narcissistic Behaviour in Relationships: What It Can Look Like and How Counselling Can Help
Relationships are meant to be sources of love, support, and growth. But sometimes, unhealthy dynamics take hold — and one common...
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Jun 232 min read
Understanding Abuse: Types, Effects, and How Counselling Can Help
Abuse is a painful reality that affects millions of people worldwide. It can happen to anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background,...
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Jun 232 min read
Understanding Stress: How to Recognize It
Stress is something everyone experiences at some point in life. Whether it’s pressure from work, relationships, or everyday challenges,...
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Jun 231 min read
Intrusive Thoughts: When Your Mind Says the Scariest Things
Have you ever had a sudden, unwanted thought pop into your head that felt upsetting, disturbing, or completely out of character? It might...
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Jun 232 min read
People-Pleasing and Low Self-Esteem
Many people who struggle with low self-esteem also find themselves stuck in people-pleasing patterns. You might say yes when you want to...
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Jun 231 min read
What are Confidence and Self-Esteem
Confidence is about how much you believe in your ability to do something. It might relate to how comfortable you feel speaking in a...
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Jun 231 min read
PTSD vs Trauma: What’s the Difference?
Trauma is something most of us will experience at some point in our lives. It might be the sudden loss of someone we love, a difficult...
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Jun 231 min read
What is PTSD
PTSD, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is a natural response to living through something deeply distressing or life-threatening. It’s...
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Jun 231 min read
What is Anxiety
Anxiety is something many people experience, and yet it can still feel confusing, isolating, or even frightening. At its core, anxiety is...
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Jun 232 min read
What is Trauma?
Trauma is a word we often hear, but it can mean very different things to different people. At its heart, trauma is about how our body and...
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Jun 231 min read
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