Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of everyday life? Perhaps you're constantly trying to keep up with work, family or other responsibilities, but finding it increasingly difficult to relax or make time for yourself.
I'm Jana, a counsellor based in Whangarei. I offer counselling for stress, burnout and related difficulties, helping you explore what's contributing to the pressure you're experiencing and find ways to bring more balance into your life.
Stress, burnout and feeling overwhelmed
Stress can come from many different areas of life. Sometimes it's a particular situation that's difficult to manage. At other times, it can be a combination of responsibilities, expectations and ongoing worries.
I can support you with concerns such as:
- Work-related stress and pressure
- Burnout and emotional exhaustion
- Feeling overwhelmed by everyday responsibilities
- Perfectionism and putting too much pressure on yourself
- Difficulty setting boundaries or saying no
- Persistent worrying and overthinking
- Stress affecting your sleep and wellbeing
- Stress related to relationships or life changes
Whatever is happening in your life, we can take the time to explore what matters most to you.
Understanding what contributes to your stress
I believe that the relationship we have with ourselves plays an important role in how we experience life's challenges.
Sometimes the expectations we place on ourselves, the way we think about situations or the difficulties we have expressing our needs can contribute to ongoing stress.
My counselling approach is solution-focused and draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), alongside person-centred methods.
Together, we can explore your thoughts, feelings and circumstances, including patterns that may be making things more difficult for you.
Rather than following a fixed agenda, I listen to what matters to you and support you in developing your own understanding of the situation.
Finding a healthier balance
When you're under pressure, it can be difficult to see a way forward. You may know that something needs to change without being sure where to begin.
In our counselling sessions, we can look at your current lifestyle, the demands you're facing and the changes that might help you feel more balanced.
This may involve reflecting on your personal expectations, recognising unhelpful thought patterns, learning to set boundaries or finding different ways to respond to stressful situations.
My aim is to help you gain greater clarity about yourself and explore practical steps towards a more manageable and fulfilling everyday life.
A supportive space to talk
I understand that reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, particularly if it's your first time.
I offer a warm, calm and non-judgemental environment where you can talk openly about what you're experiencing. There's no pressure to share more than you feel comfortable with.
I offer stress and burnout counselling in Whangarei, as well as online sessions.
Would you like to know more or make an appointment? Please feel free to contact me.
Jana
Counsellor
Professional Member IAC
