what I can help with - family support
Support for Partners and Family
Seeing your loved one struggle with their emotional wellbeing can be extremely taxing. Emotions such as sadness, loneliness, exasperation, confusion, frustration and anger (to name just a few) can all show up during this difficult time.
It might be that you feel at a loss as to how to help your loved one, and you have lost hope. It may be that you are struggling to manage your own difficulties and feelings in response to your loved one's struggles. Or that the burden of responsibility is starting to feel too great.
It can also be difficult to find support, as you may feel unable to talk to your loved one, and other friends and family members may be more focused on your loved one’s difficulties. But you don’t have to be alone.
I understand the toil this can take on you, and GLB Psychology is here to offer a non-judgemental, compassionate ear. Using Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), alongside other approaches, I am committed to helping you understand your feelings towards your loved one’s difficulties, to take time for yourself, and to be kind and compassionate towards yourself during this extremely difficult time.