Sleeping, Finding Solutions and Building Resilience

Introduction

Mental health is a critical but often overlooked aspect of overall well-being. Just as with physical health, people can face challenges that affect their mental and emotional state. One common struggle is difficulty sleeping, with thoughts and worries that keep them up at night. Counselling can sometimes not appeal to guys in particular as its just talking about problems. I prefer a different approach.

I’ve been coaching for many years and when I took this step to being a qualified counsellor I looked at many different therapies. I love so many of them but I do gravitate towards Solution Focused Therapy. It’s more about taking action and control back.

As a counsellor and coach, I believe in solution-focused therapy to help people not only identify their issues but also develop actionable goals and a game plan to address them. Having a plan to deal with issues is more powerful than just talking about it.

The Silent Struggle and Sleepless Nights

We can frequently grapple with silent struggles that lead to restless nights. Stress, anxiety, and unresolved issues can plague our minds, making peaceful sleep elusive. These sleepless nights can cause emotional distress, creating a cycle that's difficult to break. I find bad sleep and unresolved or worrying issues a very common connection.

The Solution-Focused Approach

Solution-focused therapy encourages individuals to identify their strengths, set concrete goals, and take actionable steps toward change. Here's how this approach can benefit mental health:

Identifying Goals: Solution-focused therapy helps pinpoint what you want to achieve in your life, whether it's improved mental well-being, better relationships, or career advancement.

Creating an Action Plan: With clear goals in mind, you can work with me, to develop a practical action plan to reach those goals.

Focusing on Solutions: Rather than dwelling on problems, this approach emphasises finding solutions and building on existing strengths.

Measurable Progress: You can track your progress and celebrate your achievements, which boosts confidence and motivation.

This really suits my style of counselling as we can really work together on ticking off actions.

The Role of Counselling and Coaching

Counselling and coaching provide you with a supportive and confidential environment to address sleepless nights, worries, and other mental health concerns. In these sessions, you can:

Express yourself: Share your thoughts and emotions without judgment. It’s confidential!

Identify Root Causes: Understand the underlying issues contributing to your sleepless nights and anxiety.

Set Meaningful Goals: Define what you want to achieve in life, both personally and professionally.

Develop Strategies: Create actionable strategies to overcome obstacles and work toward goals.

Monitor Progress: Keep track of your journey and make adjustments as needed.

So in my sessions we are not only discussing issues but making progress and working out how to solve them.

Empowering to Take Action

It's crucial to recognise that we not only need counseling but also guidance in translating insights into action. With solution-focused therapy, you can harness your strengths and take purposeful steps toward a brighter future. It's about breaking the cycle of sleepless nights, finding solutions, and building the resilience needed to thrive.

If you haves been grappling with sleepless nights, anxiety, or unresolved issues, know that there is support available. As a counsellor and coach, I'm here to help you discover your goals, develop actionable plans, and empower you to take control of your life. Have a think about booking a session with me.