When you are always fighting for your child
Silja Turville Silja Turville

When you are always fighting for your child

Supporting a child or young person with additional support needs often means attending meetings, navigating services and advocating for support. Over time, this can leave parents and carers feeling exhausted, overwhelmed and alone. This article explores the emotional impact of advocacy and looking after your child and why caring for yourself matters too.

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Choosing a therapist
Silja Turville Silja Turville

Choosing a therapist

Choosing a therapist can feel overwhelming. I share some tips and suggestions to make it easier.

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What happens in counselling?
Silja Turville Silja Turville

What happens in counselling?

It can be hard to imagine what happens in counselling and this article shares key elements of the counselling process

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Neurodivergence affirming counselling
Silja Turville Silja Turville

Neurodivergence affirming counselling

As neurodivergent people know, living in a world designed around neurotypical functioning can be hard and these challenges can, sadly, extend to the therapy space. However, neurodivergence affirming therapy enables a holistic understanding of ourselves and a chance to be understand as our authentic self.

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