The Heart of My Work
Life can move quickly, and it is easy to lose touch with how we feel and what we need. Therapy offers a calm space to pause, reflect and reconnect with yourself, so that you can understand what is happening within and begin to feel more steady, present and aligned.
Prioritising your mental health at work: Tools for Balance, Resilience, and Wellbeing
In over 20 years of therapeutic practice, I have noticed how often stress builds quietly in the background until it begins to affect people’s wellbeing. Sometimes it shows up as overwhelm, tension, or burnout. Other times, it can be identified through sleep issues, mood changes, difficulties concentrating, or even anxiety and depression.
From Conflict to Connection: How Couples Counselling Can Transform Your Relationship
When couples feel truly seen and heard, connection and growth follow. Counselling is a space where that journey can begin.
Every relationship goes through highs and lows. Even the strongest couples can find themselves feeling distant, stuck in the same arguments, or unsure how to move forward together. Life changes, stress, and misunderstandings can quietly build walls where there used to be connection.
Couples counselling offers a safe, supportive space to pause, reflect, and reconnect. It is not about blame or deciding who is right or wrong. It is about understanding each other more deeply, breaking unhelpful patterns, and discovering new ways to nurture your relationship.
Brain Health: Why It Deserves More Attention
“Take care of your mind, and your mind will take care of you.”
We hear a lot about physical fitness. We talk openly about mental health. But how often do we stop to think about the health of the very organ that drives both, the brain?
Brain health often slips under the radar. It is not as visible as muscle tone or as widely discussed as emotional wellbeing. Yet it underpins how we think, feel, relate, sleep, move, and even how we heal.
The irony is, we often do not think about brain health until something feels off, when we experience brain fog, burnout, or emotional overload. But what if we could nurture it now, before it asks for help?
In this blog, I explore what brain health really means, why it matters more than we often realise, and the small, powerful ways we can take care of it for our clarity, resilience, and connection to self.
Motivation vs Procrastination: Why We Struggle and How to Move Forward
“Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out.”
— Robert Collier
We all know the feeling, you want to start, but something inside hesitates. And the longer you wait, the harder it feels.
Motivation and procrastination are themes that show up time and time again, both in my work as a therapist and in my own life.
Whether it is putting off that workout, avoiding a difficult task, or delaying something you know will make you feel better, procrastination can quietly chip away at your confidence and sense of direction even when you care deeply. And yet, motivation can feel slippery, especially when you are tired, overwhelmed, or unsure of where to begin.
So why do we procrastinate and how can we reconnect with the motivation that helps us move forward?
Understanding Anxiety: A Gentle Guide to Building Calm and Confidence
If you are living with anxiety, know that you are not alone, and that support, understanding, and meaningful change is possible. Anxiety is often misunderstood. It is not a flaw or a failure, and it is nothing to be ashamed of. It is a deeply human response to feeling unsafe, overwhelmed, or uncertain.
Understanding Intimacy When the Desire for Connection Fades
Nothing feels more intimate than being truly understood, seen, and still held.”
The Path to True Love: How to Find, Nurture, and Deepen Your Connection
“Once Cupid’s arrow sparks attraction, it is the courage, care and the choices you make every day that build long-lasting love.”
Love is something most long for, yet it can feel like one of the most confusing, frustrating and even painful experiences. Have you ever found yourself wondering why something so natural can also feel so difficult to find, or even harder to hold on to?
Whether you are searching for the right person, building a new relationship or trying to strengthen the connection you already have, love asks a lot from you, not just from the relationship itself, but from who you are within it.
The truth is, love does not just happen, and it is not something you either succeed at or fail. It is an ongoing process that asks you to understand yourself, make intentional choices, and bring care, courage and curiosity to both the relationship and yourself.
The Stress Bucket and Timeline: A Powerful Tool for Emotional Wellbeing
“Your deepest emotional wounds can become your greatest gifts and lessons.”
Why Do You Feel Overwhelmed?
I often use the stress bucket analogy to explain how life events accumulate over time, filling your bucket until there is no room left. When that happens, even small stressors can feel overwhelming.
Have you ever wondered why certain situations feel heavier than they should? Everything you have experienced, big or small, has contributed to your bucket. Some moments barely take up space, while others, such as trauma, loss, or major life changes, add significant weight. Without a way to release or process these experiences, your bucket gradually fills, and at some point, it overflows, leading to anxiety, depression, exhaustion, or feeling stuck in repetitive patterns.
The Roles We Play: Understanding Family Dynamics and Attachment Styles
“Our past shapes us, but it does not have to define who we become.”
Family is where we first learn about relationships, emotions, and identity. The roles we take on—whether consciously or unconsciously—shape how we see ourselves and connect with others. These roles are often tied closely to our attachment styles, influencing how we navigate relationships throughout life.
In this blog, we will explore common family roles, how they interact with attachment styles, and how you can reshape these patterns to build healthier connections. We will also touch on the ripple effect these dynamics can have on sibling relationships and the development of codependency.
Discover How Intermittent Fasting Supports Your Mind and Body
“The mind and body are not separate. What affects one, affects the other.”
Intermittent fasting isn’t a modern concept; it’s something our ancestors practised out of necessity. Early humans, such as hunter-gatherers and cave dwellers, didn’t have constant access to food. They naturally cycled between periods of feasting and fasting depending on the availability of resources. This evolutionary trait shaped how our bodies function today.
When Emotional Wounds Align: Understanding Trauma Bonding in Relationships
The concepts of emotional wounds and trauma bonding are deeply interwoven, as trauma bonds often form when two people’s unhealed emotional wounds intersect in a way that creates a powerful but unhealthy attachment. When two individuals come together with unresolved wounds—such as fear of abandonment, feelings of inadequacy, or past experiences of betrayal—these vulnerabilities can create a fertile ground for trauma bonding. Often, what we interpret as intense chemistry is actually a magnetic pull between wounds that seem to ‘recognise’ each other. This pull can be powerful, yet it’s often rooted in pain rather than true compatibility.
Breaking Free from Depression: A New Perspective
“When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” – Wayne Dyer
Depression can feel like being trapped in a heavy fog, where hope seems distant, and everything in life feels overwhelming. The days can blur together, with the weight of sadness or hopelessness making it seem as though no path forward exists. You may feel stuck in a place where the colours of life have faded, and the thought of change feels impossible.
But the key to breaking free from this fog isn’t about waiting for external circumstances to shift—it begins with reclaiming control over your thought patterns and internal state. By shifting your mindset and taking small, meaningful actions, you can begin to lift the fog and bring clarity and light back into your life.
These strategies are not quick fixes, but they offer powerful steps to help you regain control of your emotional well-being. Each step moves you closer to seeing life from a new perspective, filled with possibilities and hope. Here are key insights to help you move forward.
The Power of Connection: Building Strong Relationships Through Understanding
‘True intimacy is formed when both partners feel seen, heard, and valued for who they truly are.’
Do you feel emotionally distant from someone you care about, even when you are spending time together? This feeling of emotional distance often stems from a lack of understanding or unmet needs. Strong relationships are built on communication, mutual understanding, and a commitment to grow together
The Transformative Power of Mindfulness and Meditation
In today’s fast-paced world, finding moments of peace and clarity can be challenging. Mindfulness and meditation offer powerful techniques and practical insights to help us transform our daily lives. By integrating these practices, we can develop a deeper sense of calm, sharpen our awareness, and navigate life’s challenges with resilience and confidence.
Mastering Stress Management for a Balanced Life
Stress can significantly impact your emotional, mental, and physical health. While a certain amount of stress can be motivating and aid productivity, high levels of stress can lead to health problems like anxiety, depression, physical illness, and a weakened immune system. This can be detrimental to both your personal and professional life, as well as your overall wellbeing.
Exciting Update: A Fresh New Look for Glister Counselling
I am thrilled to unveil the new brand identity of my counselling service. It’s been ten incredible years since I started my private practice, a period filled with growth and transformation. Over this time, my belief that self-awareness unlocks our full potential has deepened, and I see communication as an art we continuously refine. Today, I’m excited to share my rebranding, which reflects these core beliefs and values.
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