Why being present can feel refreshing 15 January – written by Katrin Kemmerzehl – Blog – published in Counselling Directory “I’ll take a break when things calm down.” “When I find the right partner, I’ll be happy.” “Once my child gets accepted, I’ll feel relieved.” “When I lose weight, I’ll feel better.” “Everything will be fine when I get a new job.” Somehow, …
Autistic burnout often arrives quietly. Not as a single breaking point, but as a slow wearing down. Many people describe a growing sense that everyday life is taking more effort than it should. Whatever used to help no longer does. What are the signs? Someone might notice that getting through the day feels heavier. Sensory …
22 Dec – written by Katrin Kemmerzehl – Blog Many people come to therapy because something in their life no longer feels quite right. It might be a relationship that keeps following the same painful pattern, a sense of feeling stuck, ongoing anxiety, or a persistent feeling that something needs to change. Often, people arrive …
In the Here-and-Now or Why Relationships Matter 20 Dec – written by Katrin Kemmerzehl – Blog Most people don’t come to counselling because something is “wrong” with them in isolation.They often come because something has shifted — a relationship ended, a role changed, a loss wasn’t fully processed, or life no longer feels the way …
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Coping with changes and transitions 19 Dec – written by Katrin Kemmerzehl – Blog Carla was suddenly laid off from her job. Although she felt that the job wasn’t the right fit, she is now at a loss about what she wants to do next. Ben and his girlfriend mutually decided to call it quits …
The cost of “fitting in” 10 Dec – written by Katrin Kemmerzehl – Blog – Published in Counselling Directory Neurodiversity is a concept that explains how our brains work differently as part of a normal variation. Society needs people whose brains work differently because they have gifts that neurotypical people often do not. If you …
Why this time can feel heavy 20 Nov – written by Katrin Kemmerzehl – Blog With the beginning of the holiday season, warm lights are everywhere, shops are filled with decorations, and familiar songs play on repeat. On social media, we see smiling families, festive gatherings, and perfectly lit trees. Many people genuinely look forward to …
When You Feel Stuck At Work 20 Nov – written by Katrin Kemmerzehl – Blog These days, we hear a great deal about wellbeing at work.There’s workshops on resilience, posters about self-care, and managers talking about mental health awareness, but many people still find themselves in workplaces that feel anything but well. If you’ve been …
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Why They Matter and How to Navigate Them 13 Nov – written by Katrin Kemmerzehl – Blog Relationships are the heart of being human. They shape how we see ourselves and the world around us. From my work as a therapist, I’ve noticed one thing above all: the issues that trouble people most often involve …
Understanding and supporting yourself 7 Nov – written by Katrin Kemmerzehl – Blog – published in Counselling Directory Living as a neurodivergent person in a neurotypical-dominated world is both exciting and challenging. For many, life brings a double layer of anxiety: natural, protective anxiety that helps to respond to challenge, and more persistent, overwhelming anxiety …