by Ed.Hannifan | Dec 22, 2025 | Educational, Reflections
Every January we make promises dressed up as resolutions.Some are sincere. Many are hopeful. Most are quietly fragile. We promise ourselves we’ll finally do the thing we’ve been putting off. That this year will be different. That we’ll prioritise our wellbeing, our...
by Ed.Hannifan | Dec 15, 2025 | Educational, Practical
Anxiety is one of those words we all use, yet rarely mean in the same way. You might say, “I’m anxious,” and picture a knot in your stomach. Someone else might hear the same words and imagine racing thoughts, sleepless nights, or a feeling of dread looming over them....
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,...
