Mental – Ask for Support
Some people are good at dealing with feelings. This can help us feel comforted. Others are good at helping out, like babysitting or grocery shopping. This can help us manage the day-to-day responsibilities. Some people are good at sharing a different point of view, and this can help us look at problems more realistically. Perhaps open us up to a new perspective.
Some people are good at sharing information which helps with finding better solutions.
Most of us have networks of different people which may . include family members, friends, co-workers, classmates, neighbours and other significant people. Asking for help is always the first step. It takes courage and a willingness to be vulnerable to admit that things are not going well but it’s the bridge to building greater connections reducing those feelings of isolation and aloneness. Others cannot help you if they do not know what you need.
Or consider joining a support group if your inner circle may not be the ideal place to go for support. Local community councils can be a good starting point for information on the various support groups available in your area. And, groups are an excellent way to find help for a specific problem. And, consider letting go of bad relationships. Some people in your network might not support you. It is hard, but sometimes we need to let go of these people in order to move forward.
Ask for Help and Support
Asking for help is a sign of strength and not weakness.
The people in our lives contribute significantly to our own mental health. We help each other out, share the good times, and learn from each other. Connecting with others, building social networks are a big part of our overall mental health. And, ideally it is our social networks that we can go to when we are feeling overwhelmed and in need of a helping hand.
It is the people we are close too who will be there when times are tough to help support us. These are the people who celebrate our successes and help us deal with problems. There are many different ways we can help each other, and understanding the different capacities that friends and family offer is a good way to break up what you need in bite size pieces and build a support group.
Jesse Gristwood2023-05-03Anne was so great. She is extremely comfortable and very knowledgeable. Anne was able to help me overcome some old habits and was able to help me come to terms with my past. I would recommend her to anyone.
Sara Baharlou2022-11-01I went to Anne with multiple Traumas . I was not Hopfull that it can help however my partner booked me in to see Anne .. Anne was very professional and wise. She tried alot to stop me from self sabotaging .. I am still dealing with anxiety day in day out however I feel more aware of my problems and also less aggressive and sensitive to some triggers.. not all my problems are solved as it was just four sessions with Anne! we could just work with couple of the issues... however it did help and I see a change .. I recommend TRTP specially for those battling with PTSD !
Leonardo Montealegre2021-07-21I'm so grateful that Anne assisted me when I need it the most; she has changed my life for good, I still see changes in my daily life. I highly recommended her as she is an excellent professional.
hanna yachou2021-06-24I've been seeing Anne Serrey for anger management and for TRTP as part of my court ordered diversion since April. I can comfortably say that slapping the guy that brought me to these counselling sessions was the best thing I've ever done. Absolutely life changing. I feel much lighter, I feel free, and unstuck for the first time since exiting my mother's uterus thirty odd years ago. Thanks so much Anne for all your help and your continued support. Highly recommend Anne's services.
Troy “MyNickname”2021-01-21Anne has been able to inspire me to make multiple changes in my life that have all been beneficial to both my personal and work life. I would highly recommend Anne from Melbourne Counselling Centre to anyone looking to create a positive change in your life.
A K2020-10-08Anne is amazing, TRTP has changed my entire outlook on life, how I interact with people, and what I’m doing. In the few months since TRTP my life has honestly changed so much for the better, it’s beyond what I could have ever imagined. My friends and family are also noticing it! And amazingly, every day gets better. Thank you so much Anne!
Rick Saunders2020-07-06I would not hesitate to refer anyone seeking an effective solution to an ongoing mental health concern.
Poki Samuels2020-03-31Well all I can say is that Anne has helped me get through some of the anger And trauma Been built up inside of me for years and I have not known how to deal with it. She took me step by step on to see how I could overcome these issues that were holding me back on achieving some of my greatest goals in life. Thank you so much Anne 🙏🏾
Nathan Watson2019-09-18TRTP has completely changed the way I think about myself and the world around me. The changes have been extraordinary in such a short space of time. I suddenly find myself walking forward with a new set of positive core beliefs which others are noticing on a daily basis Anne supported me through the process with expertise, compassion and patience. TRTP really does offer you a new launch pad from which to embark on a new journey. I’m so grateful for having this opportunity to do this work with Anne
Daniela J2019-06-14I had been struggling with life and reliving my trauma for over 20 years, I tried everything and nothing worked. Finally I was referred to Anne, who took me through The Richards Trauma Process (TRTP) as that is the process that helped shift the past and get you to a better place. Words cannot express how she turned my life completely around. For once, I am actually excited about life, I am actually thinking about my future. I feel like my life has been reset, I have a second chance and I am developing my life the way I want it to be, rather than the influences I was brought up with. Anne, I am indebted to you, thank you so much.
