by Ed.Hannifan | Nov 17, 2025 | Practical
Finding counselling that feels right, affordable, and truly supportive isn’t always easy. Many low-cost services exist, but often they leave you feeling like just another number, or they compromise on depth and quality. At Hammock Counselling, we do things...
by Ed.Hannifan | Nov 10, 2025 | Educational, Reflections
We are entering a season rich with ritual and celebration: Diwali, Halloween, Guy Fawkes, Hanukkah, Christmas, and New Year. These occasions are often associated with joy, community, and togetherness. They invite us to gather with others, share experiences, and feel a...
by Ed.Hannifan | Nov 3, 2025 | Updates, Educational
We’re Ed and Tom, the co-founders Hammock Counselling. We set up Hammock because we wanted to offer something that felt human, steady and accessible: a practice where people can be welcomed by real individuals who listen, reflect and work collaboratively. We’re not a...
by Ed.Hannifan | Oct 27, 2025 | Educational
It’s a common observation — in therapy, in the workplace, and among friends: people often say, “I’m like this because of society,” or, “Society made me this way.” There’s truth in this. From childhood, we are shaped by social norms, expectations, and pressures. Yet,...
by Ed.Hannifan | Oct 20, 2025 | Educational
Have you ever caught yourself reacting in a way you didn’t expect — snapping at a colleague, avoiding a difficult conversation with a friend, or feeling anxious about a simple decision? Transactional Analysis (TA) provides a framework for understanding these patterns,...
