Common Concerns

People commonly use this list of issues or concerns to describe what brings them to seek therapy. You might identify with parts of the list or a combination of issues listed below. Feel free to use this as a starting point to help articulate what you might be struggling with and want to work on in therapy. You may also find that your experiences don’t neatly fit into any of these categories; that's perfectly fine too. We can still talk to understand your personal experience and requirements.

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”

- Maya Angelou

Anxiety

  • Generalised Anxiety

  • Panic Attacks

  • Phobias

  • Social Anxiety

  • Obsessive Compulsive Behavior

  • Self esteem concerns

  • Relationship anxiety

  • Health related stress & anxiety

Mood Based Concerns

  • Depression

  • Bipolar Disorder (presence of mania)

  • Grief, Loss, Bereavement

  • Aggression & Anger Management

  • Postpartum Depression

  • Self Harm

Trauma and Abuse

  • Abuse ( Physical, Emotional, Sexual)

  • Domestic Violence

  • Harassment

  • Bullying

  • Homelessness

  • Post Traumatic Stress

  • Vicarious Trauma

  • Intimate partner violence

Personality Based Concerns

  • Antisocial Behaviour

  • Borderline Personality

  • Dependent Personality

  • Narcissistic Personality

  • Histrionic Personality

  • Obsessive Compulsive Personality

  • Anxious/Avoidant Personality

  • Paranoid Personality

  • Neurodivergence - ASD, ADHD etc

Body & Health Based Concerns

  • Body Image

  • Body Trauma

  • Eating Issues

  • Anorexia

  • Bulimia

  • Binge eating

  • Psychosomatic Concerns

  • Sleep Difficulties

  • Medical Issues

  • Pregnancy related stress

Cultural Issues

  • Cultural adjustment

  • Cultural Shock

  • Prejudice and Discrimination

  • Migration and Assimilation

  • Religious Identity Exploration

Relationship Based Concerns

  • Relationship Difficulties

  • Marriage/Relationship trouble

  • Family Related Concerns

  • Parenting Issues

  • Divorce/Separation

  • Trust Based Concerns

  • Social Difficulties

  • Alternative Relationships

Gender & Sexuality

  • Exploring sexuality

  • Exploring Gender identity

  • LGBTQI+ Stressors

  • Sexual trauma

  • Kinks

Adjustment Based Concerns

  • Financial difficulties

  • Caregiver stress & burnout

  • Work related stress

  • Addictions

  • Midlife crisis

  • Career difficulties

  • Existential issues (life purpose)

Self Exploration

  • Gaining a better understanding of yourself

  • Insight & Awareness of habits/patterns

  • Spiritual Exploration

  • Self care, Compassion & Self Love

  • Fostering compassion

  • Developing coping skills

  • Breaking free from patterns

Addictions

  • Alcohol Addiction

  • Drug Addiction

  • Gambling Addiction

  • Internet/Technology Addiction

  • Substance Abuse

  • Others….

Dissociation

  • Dissociative Amnesia

  • Dissociative Identity

  • Fugue

Breaks from reality

  • Psychosis

  • Schizophrenia

  • Hallucinations

  • Delusions

Young Adult Difficulties

  • Academic concerns

  • Bullying

  • Career difficulties or crossroads

  • Life purpose

  • Loneliness

  • Navigating Family Issues

  • Relationship problems