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Moving Forward with Healing, Humour, and Self-Compassion
Moving forward is about choosing compassion, shifting focus, and allowing humour to lighten life’s weight. Healing begins with connection and grows through trust in the life waiting ahead. | Inner Counsel Psychotherapy

Stefan Jurgens
Sep 293 min read


Your Brain Believes What You Tell It: How Self-Talk Shapes Your Mental Health
Learn how intentional self-talk rewires your brain through neuroplasticity. Practical reframing and emotional awareness reduce stress, build resilience, and improve lasting well-being ... one kinder thought at a time.

Stefan Jurgens
Aug 252 min read


Laughing Brave: Humour as Our Emotional Lifeline
Laughter is more than fun; it's a brave emotional lifeline. It disrupts stress, fosters calm & connection, builds resilience, and grounds...

Stefan Jurgens
Jun 123 min read


On Making Mistakes: Why Falling Forward is Part of Being Human
Mistakes aren’t failures—they’re feedback. Embracing them fosters growth, authenticity, and resilience. Celebrate the stumbles; they’re...

Stefan Jurgens
May 192 min read


We Wear Some Scars, Others Wear Us
Scars, particularly emotional ones, are narratives of survival and growth. By honouring them, we reclaim our power, transforming hidden...

Stefan Jurgens
May 152 min read


Sometimes We’re Like Cats—We Hide When We Don’t Feel Right
We took the cat to the vet today. It’s never fun, but it’s necessary. Cats don’t complain. They don’t have the vocabulary for it—not in a...

Stefan Jurgens
Apr 73 min read


From Family History to Personal Success: Transforming Inherited Challenges into Professional Growth
We inherit more than just our genes—our ancestors’ fears, beliefs, strengths, and struggles shape who we are today. By understanding...

Stefan Jurgens
Apr 34 min read


Navigating Job Loss: Managing the Emotional Fallout and Finding Your Way Forward
Losing a job is more than just a financial setback—it can feel like losing a part of yourself. I know this firsthand. When I was let go...

Stefan Jurgens
Mar 313 min read


Is Fear Holding You Back From Your Potential?
You’re not alone. Whether it’s public speaking, networking, or taking on new professional challenges, anxiety often keeps us from doing...

Stefan Jurgens
Mar 272 min read


Hope: Our Hidden Superpower for Professionals Facing Burnout and Uncertainty
Ever felt like you're running on empty, despite doing everything “right” in your career? I’ve been there. Hope is more than wishful...

Stefan Jurgens
Mar 204 min read


Managing Anxiety in Uncertain Times: Lessons from a Psychotherapist
Do you feel overwhelmed by the news cycle? You're not alone. Anxiety spreads fast, but so does calm. Lately, I’ve been feeling it. There's a persistent anxiety, a sense of unease about the world. Maybe you have, too? Economic uncertainty, political instability, and an endless stream of alarming headlines make it difficult to stay grounded. Even as a psychotherapist, trained to help others navigate emotions, I have to remind myself to apply the very strategies I teach. The tru

Stefan Jurgens
Mar 134 min read


Navigating Life, Embracing Change
Choice is the expression of change. It’s through our choices that we embrace the transformations life offers. For busy professionals,...

Stefan Jurgens
Jan 132 min read

Looking for insight, guidance, or practical strategies to navigate life’s challenges?
This blog offers tools from therapy to help you manage burnout, heal from past wounds, and explore personal growth. You’ll find posts designed to foster emotional wellness, resilience, and a deeper connection with yourself and others.
Welcome to your journey toward self-discovery and meaningful change.
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