by Ed.Hannifan | Aug 29, 2025 | Reflections
Starting or returning to university is an exciting but challenging time. Between new academic pressures, social changes, and the process of living independently, many students find themselves facing stress, anxiety, or uncertainty. This is why mental health support...
by Ed.Hannifan | Aug 6, 2025 | Educational
The quiet power of language At Hammock Counselling, we often talk with clients about the quiet power of language; how the words we use shape the way we experience our inner world. One phrase that comes up often in therapy is “They made me feel…”, as in “He made me so...
by Ed.Hannifan | Jul 9, 2025 | Practical
What Online Therapy Looks Like in 2025 What do you picture when you imagine going to therapy? For some of us, it might be all-American, like Tony Soprano’s “shrink.” They sit in a high-backed armchair, in front of a wall lined with books on the various ways we may all...
by Ed.Hannifan | Jun 5, 2025 | Educational
Introduction Understanding mental health options can be confusing. Counselling and psychotherapy both support emotional well-being, but they differ in focus, depth, and methods. At Hammock Counselling, we integrate both approaches, guided by highly experienced...
by Ed.Hannifan | May 10, 2025 | Practical
There are times when life feels overwhelming. Our thoughts race, our bodies tighten, and the ground beneath us seems to shift. In those moments, it can be hard to feel present or safe. Grounding techniques are simple yet powerful tools that help you reconnect with...
