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