Tony Austin Counselling

02/06/2026

May was frantically busy, so my blog is a little late to be published but here it is: Do let me know what you think.

If you are living with depression, you may already know how quietly and thoroughly it can affect your life. Depression can be deeply corrosive, wearing away at our sense of self-worth, destroy our peace of mind and make us feel we are living without hope. It can affect anyone - even those whose live

30/04/2026

hello, here is my blog for April where I talk about people-pleasing and what we can do to stop ourselves.
https://tonyaustincounselling.com/blogs/2026/4/30/people-pleasing-and-anxiety-whats-driving-it-and-what-can-help

12/04/2026

I have just published my latest blog on the three most common reasons couples seek relationship therapy, you can read it here. https://tonyaustincounselling.com/blogs/2026/4/9/v3vxg8r2ud648astz2nycc9wtpuzhx

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Do you ever feel stuck in a pattern of repetitive arguments that never get resolved? Are you frustrated that your partner never listens; do you often feel criticised or that your opinions are dismissed? How do you manage conflict when it arises in your household? a blog about the common issues coup

25/03/2026

I just watched this TED talk about the power of gaming and how you can develop skill sets that counter the five biggest regrets people express at the end of life.

When game designer Jane McGonigal found herself bedridden and suicidal following a severe concussion, she had a fascinating idea for how to get better. She dove into the scientific research and created the healing game, SuperBetter. In this moving talk, McGonigal explains how a game can boost resili...

27/02/2026

Here is my blog for February, it discusses how we begin to address the patterns that hold us back. let me know what you think

Let me ask you a question. How do you react when you feel sad and how do you cope with it? Long before I trained as a therapist, my response would have been to shut down or distract myself. Suppression felt safer than the vulnerability that came with sadness.

13/02/2026

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13/02/2026

Along with counselling, I also teach Qigong, a marvellous exercise system that strengthens the body and calms the mind. If you are interested come to my taster class at the Open day at Rebalance Brighton on Saturday, 28th February

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28/01/2026

If you are thinking about starting counselling but don't know where to start, read my blog here:

Anthony Austin January 28, 2026 Taking the First Step: Why Starting Counselling is Braver Than You Think Anthony Austin January 28, 2026 photo by Dan Meyers on Unsplash Are you thinking about starting counselling, but feeling unsure or a little anxious about what to expect? If so, you are in good co...

30/12/2025

This is my new blog on the emotional hangover after the festive season

If you’re finding the days after Christmas unexpectedly tough, you’re not alone. While the festive season is often filled with joy, it can also leave us feeling tired, overwhelmed, or even a little lost once the celebrations are over. Whether you’re missing loved ones, feeling the pressure of ...

30/11/2025

Here is my blog for November on the why we talk about our childhood in therapy. With book recommendations on how we reflect on how we were parented