Wellbeing Hub
Welcome to the Hammock Wellbeing Hub
The Wellbeing Hub is a space where we share resources, articles, and insights to support your mental health.
Here, you’ll find:
– Updates and announcements from Hammock
– Psycho-educational content to help you understand yourself and others better
– Practical tools and strategies for managing stress and building resilience
– Blog posts and reflections from our team
Our aim is to provide accessible, trustworthy information that helps normalise conversations around mental health.
Dip in whenever you need a moment of perspective, encouragement, or learning.
Why humanistic and psychodynamic therapy has, and always will, matter.
In a world full of quick fixes, apps, and endless advice, it’s easy to forget something simple yet profound: people change through connection with other people. Long before psychology had names for therapy, humans healed each other by listening, reflecting, and...
Why Hammock Counselling could be the right choice for you
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...
Season of Celebration and Ritual: Understanding Connection, Avoidance, and Attac …
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...
Why we’re called Hammock Counselling: recovery, metaphor and the human face be …
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...
The Risks of Blaming Society – Understanding Responsibility and Influence
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,...
Understanding Transactional Analysis: Your Guide to Parent, Adult, and Child Ego …
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,...
Reacting or Responding: What It Really Means to Be Triggered
Have you ever said or done something in the heat of the moment and later thought, “I wish I’d handled that differently”?That moment — the instant between what happens and what we do next — is the space where reacting and responding live. In counselling, we often...
Finding Solid Ground: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
You’ve worked hard, earned your place, yet part of you still whispers: “I don’t belong here.”That quiet unease — known as imposter syndrome — can creep into even the most accomplished lives. It’s not a flaw or a failure. It’s simply the mind’s way of saying: “I’m...
Investing in Employee Wellbeing: Why Hammock Is the Strategic Partner Your Busin …
In today’s competitive business environment, employee wellbeing is a key driver of organisational success. Poor mental health costs UK businesses over £100 billion annually, largely due to presenteeism — when employees are at work but not fully productive (The...
Creative Minds, Real Struggles: How Hammock Counselling Supports Mental Health i …
The arts are the heartbeat of culture — they challenge, inspire, and connect us. But behind the curtain, many creative professionals in the UK are struggling. Long hours, unstable income, performance anxiety, and emotional burnout are all too common. At Hammock...
Behind the Scenes: How Hammock Recruits Therapists You Can Rely On
Finding a trusted online counsellor or psychotherapist can feel overwhelming. You want someone who is empathetic, professional, and reliable. At Hammock Counselling, we understand this. That’s why we have a rigorous recruitment process that ensures every therapist on...
Affordable, Open-Ended Counselling for University Students
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...
Owning Our Feelings: From “They Made Me Feel” to “I Feel”
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...
Effective Online Therapy in 2025: Where, When, How, and Why
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...
Counselling & Psychotherapy: What’s the Difference and Why Both Matter at …
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...
Finding Your Feet Again: Grounding Techniques for When Life Feels Too Much
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...
Tips for Making the Most of Your Online Therapy Session
Online therapy offers convenience, flexibility, and comfort – but like anything, there are ways to make your sessions more effective. At Hammock Counselling, we want your experience to be meaningful. The more you put in, the more you get out, and a little preparation...
Why we run Hammock?
Hello! We are Ed & Tom, co-founders of Hammock, and we are pleased to welcome you to our online, low-cost counselling service, and take a minute to tell you more about Hammock’s story. We first met whilst completing our counselling training. The relationship was...