Perfectionism is often misunderstood. On the surface, it can look like ambition, attention to detail, or having high standards. But underneath, it’s frequently driven by fear—of failure, of not being good enough, of being judged.

Anxiety is a normal part of being human. It’s our body’s natural response to danger—our internal alarm system. A certain level of anxiety can even be helpful.

Grief is a profound emotional experience that follows the loss of something or someone important. Whether you’re grieving the death of a loved one, a miscarriage, the end of a relationship, or a major life change, grief can feel all-consuming.

Burnout has become a common yet often misunderstood experience for many professionals. Far more than simple fatigue, burnout is a state of chronic emotional, mental, and often physical exhaustion brought on by prolonged or repeated stress, particularly in the workplace.

Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) is a therapeutic approach developed to help people build self-compassion and understand the emotional and psychological mechanisms that underlie their struggles.

If you're looking for psychological support, you might have come across different types of professionals, including clinical psychologists and counsellors. While both are trained to support mental health, their backgrounds, training, and approaches can vary.