Taking time

It has taken me a long time to get to the point of creating and publishing this website for my private practice. I bought the domains 9 months ago and planned for this moment for years. I’ve been procrastinating.

I was fearful of putting myself out there. I felt vulnerable, exposed and open to criticism. I had so many questions and unknowns. How can I convey professionalism with warmth? Will my words be offensive or be received as inclusive? Will I be misunderstood or judged?

Until now, I was not ready to embark on something that felt too big and unscalable. I had to face my fear of rejection and self -doubt. I have not cured it but I have admitted to it and also attended to the voice that says I just need to make the next step.

Perhaps you feel that you have been procrastinating in engaging in counselling. Making the call or filling in the form brings what you’ve been carrying closer. It may feel large, scary and daunting. Or something you consider small is niggling away and you wonder if it’s even worth talking about.

I did not get this far alone. I was supported, championed and helped. At times being alone is exactly what we need. Other times we can benefit by having someone to listen and to walk alongside us.

Maybe you have not been procrastinating after all, just waiting until you are ready, or wanting to be, to talk things through with another.

I invite you to my counselling practice. You are welcome to take the seat.