First Avenue Counselling

Just in case you were wondering…..

Just saying…..

I have just had my website updated so thought I would share for all of you who may be interested:

First Avenue Counselling | Counselling and Psychotherapy in Billericay David Cooper is a counsellor in Billericay near Basildon and Brentwood. Counselling and psychotherapy for those times when you feel lost and need a listening ear or help to reach the next step in your journey.

Steven Bartlett is always worth listening to...

Sounds about right…!

I first posted this three years ago but it comes up so often in the the therapy room I thought I should post it again…..

6 Truths About People Who Go to Therapy 4. They may not be looking for a diagnosis, but just to be heard.

My clients can often compare themselves to those they think are in a better place than themselves….

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Proud and yet humbling at the same time….

Why Loving a Narcissist Can Be a Sign of Deeper Issues 1. A need to be entertained.

21 common worries, fears and misconceptions about therapy Considering therapy, but feeling worried? We share some of the most common fears and misconceptions, and why they shouldn't hold you back

“Every time we choose courage, we make everyone around us a little better and the world a little braver. And our world could stand to be a little kinder and braver.”

Brown B., 2010. The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are. Minnesota: Hazelden Publishing, p.30

If only…!

There’s really only one way to stop this…!

Why Relationships With Narcissists or Gaslighters Can Be So Painful 1. They can change your view of people being generally good.

We all need that someone in our lives.

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This is a very informative article for all of us…… because we all do it!

How to Recognize Negative Thought Cycles and Stop Obsessing Understanding that it's your choice to step in and intervene.

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Please share to those who may be in need

A recent article for Happiful magazine that I contributed to:

How do I tell my partner I want a divorce? Opening up the topic of divorce can be tricky no matter what your situation. We answer your top questions about how to talk to your partner about divorce, and share expert advice on how to approach things if you’re worried about your mental or physical wellbeing

Interesting article about maintaining long term relationships

The Gritty Reality of Long-Term Marriage How to make "happily ever after" possible.

Why Your Photos Don't Look Like You For one thing, a camera is not a mirror.

Why It's Time to Start Thinking More Positively About Aging "You can become the person you always should have been."