Keeping the family balanced is an ever changing process. The stresses of starting a family, through to children flying the nest require many plates spinning at the same time… and occasionally stresses and challenges appear.

Where ever you are in the journey, Active Listening Therapies is on-hand to help you externalise, re-adjust and move forward. In addition, all discussions will be confidential with a strong sense of positive regard.

This is a really sensitive subject. The grief is hard to make sense of and you will be asking yourself many questions. Emotional regulation can be difficult – and you still have to get on with life, which can feel very uncomfortable.

Pace and compassion is everything. We offer a safe space to gently explore the circumstance and your feelings while discussing appropriate pathways ahead.

We understand the processes involved with looked after children. Whether you are considering, or going through the adoption or fostering process, or you are part of a care order for the benefit and safety of a child, we can help you reflect and review your circumstances.

There are a whole host of emotions, rings and hoops to consider with children’s welfare. At Active Listening Therapies we can give you, or the young person in your world the opportunity to discuss their position.

When a family member, or someone close to you becomes ill, it can change the daily schedules and routine of family life. Explaining these circumstances with young people can be difficult for them and emotionally challenging for you.

Anger, frustration, guilt, anxiety and worry are all common emotions. If they remain locked away they can become destructive at a later point, so it is important that reflection, compassion and self-care are considered.

Losing a loved one at any age is an emotional challenge. For an adult it may take time to accept a loss, but for a child it can be much more complex. Trying to explain that a special person is no longer here can be tough and emotionally stretching.

Dealing with difficult questions and holding in emotions will drain psychologically and physically – and this will feel exhausting. Having the time, space and an impartial support will help make sense of the difficulties.

Divorce and separation can create significant emotional stress for all family members, often leading to feelings of sadness, anger, and confusion. Children may struggle with changes in their living arrangements and the absence of a parent in their daily lives.

Counselling with us can help you navigate co-parenting to ensure post split you and the people close to you have the best chance of a healthy family dynamic.

Behavioral issues in young people can create a tense and stressful environment at home, affecting the emotional well-being of all family members. Parents may feel overwhelmed and frustrated, struggling to manage and address their child’s behavior while maintaining a sense of normalcy.

Siblings might experience feelings of neglect or resentment, as attention and resources are often disproportionately directed towards the child with behavioral challenges.