Frances Taylor Counselling

Happy New Year!

2012-01-11T15:01:00.000+11:00

I love a new year! It is a fresh start and an opportunity to look at what is and if you don't like what you see, then see what you can do to change things. Some people say "I don't make new year resolutions because I always break them" but to me that doesn't make sense because it is so self-defeating. Try to make small manageable and achievable goals to begin with to maximise success and then when you get more confident you can get more creative. As Nike says "Just do it!"

The half full cup

2011-11-03T10:34:00.000+11:00

Fear is the main problem behind making changes in ourselves. Some of us fear we will fail and that will just re-enforce the negative feelings about ourself. On the other hand, what if we succeeded? How would we feel then? Trouble is, we will never know unless we try. One step at a time. If your cup is half empty, it is scary as you could lose even more of what little you have. If your cup is half full, you still will always have some left anyhow. Think about what cup you have and if you have the one you don't like, consider getting another. It's that easy! The Universe is full of cups that are half full! If necessary, I can help you find a new cup. Give me a call 0415 959 267. Cheers!!

How hard is sustaining a marriage in a stressful world?

2011-08-04T13:30:00.000+10:00

Forty years ago my husband and I set out on a life journey together. It hasn't always been easy. The world was just as stressful at the time, back then, but I think the key is we always worked on our relationship. We still do. It was important. We didn't give up. We don't ever intend to give up because we love each other. Don't ever blame a stressful time as the cause of a break up. Giving up is the cause. If your relationship needs help....call me for counselling help 0415 959 267 and I will fit you in straight away.

The Happy Place

2011-03-09T14:36:00.002+11:00

Do you have a "happy place?" That is somewhere you go to and when you get there you are really happy and content. It could be a physical destination like the beach or your favourite part of the garden. It could be the sort of contentment and peace you have after and during meditation. It is a safe place and your problems and worries don't seem so important or even are non-existent in this place. It is a place that gives you a break and allows peacefulness and feeds your soul. My happy place is when I am doing something artistic and my thoughts can be a million miles away while I am at the same time concentrating on the artwork. It is important to go to your happy place regularly to re-charge your batteries. Where is your happy place?

We've moved!

2010-11-01T18:21:00.002+11:00

Just letting you know that I have moved Bayside for a sea change! Only 20 mins from where we were before at Tanah Merah but we have a breeze! Yeh!

Counselling sessions continue as before but the people updating my details around the net are slow so here is the new info:

Frances Taylor Counselling
14 Mathison Court
Redland Bay Qld 4165 P: 3206 7855 or 0415 959 267

If you have seen me before and are reluctant to come to Redland Bay, why not consider a phone session or with free Skype on the computer?

How to make your heart sing!

2009-09-23T21:47:00.001+10:00

Do things you love! Be passionate! Forget what other people think and feed your own hopes and dreams and desires. That may seem selfish to you but give it a try. Do things for your own Highest Good! Feed your Soul! You know who you are or you are at least on the journey to find out! Be daring, be brave! Trust in the Universe. Trust in Yourself!

The value of journaling

2009-09-23T16:36:00.000+10:00

I’ve come to realise over the years that jounaling one’s thoughts has an enormous value in terms of “letting go” of needless worries. Sometimes it is just too hard to express our thoughts verbally but somehow these can be written down more easily and that in itself becomes comforting. You can scrawl away in anger or despair and then close the book and sleep more easily.

By the same method you can scribble down plans and hopes and dreams and even if these can’t yet be expressed or shared with anyone, you have found comfort in the writing down of ideas. You can have a book next to your bed and should you wake in the night you can journal your thoughts and then get back to sleep. For all the clients who have listened to my suggestion of journaling – keep up the good work!!

Pets are Therapy

2009-09-20T17:38:00.001+10:00

My darling little dogs
I have always had animals in my life. They really are my "fur children!" The four significant human ones have all flown the coop but I have to say that the love and loyalty from my two mini smooth hair dachshunds is unrivalled in this household. They know no other behaviour (with us) other than to love and adore us. They can be noisy and appearing ferocious at times with strangers at the door but there is no malice behind that, it is just love and protection for us. We are the centre of their world and they ours. How would the world be if everyone was honoured in this way? I wish the privilege was everyones and then maybe there would be less mental illness and loneliness.

Meditation

2009-09-20T17:35:00.000+10:00

Finding a quiet place
Sometimes finding a quiet place is a challenge but when you first start to meditate, I recommend that you choose somewhere that you will get little or no interruption or distraction. Somewhere in fresh air near nature or water is ideal. Somewhere you will be comfortable and safe. Somewhere where you can "let go" of worrying thoughts and clear your head. There should not be pressure to "get it right". All new skills and behaviours need time to learn. Just believe.

Fresh Start

2009-09-20T10:27:00.001+10:00

Every new day is an opportunity for a fresh start. A new beginning. A chance to shake off old destructive habits and thinking, and begin new constructive habits and thinking. Try to make your decisions with a positive outlook and everything can be different. Don't be afraid of change - celebrate it!

Internet Counselling

2009-09-20T10:22:00.002+10:00

Counselling is also possible by arrangement via Internet through Skype, Yahoo Messenger and Email. as well as telephone and face-to-face,
Contact Frances at therapy@goodcounselling.com.au for more information.

Meditation CD's for purchase

2009-01-17T12:20:00.002+11:00

We have a variety of meditations for sale on CD.

Please contact Frances at therapy@goodcounselling for more information.

Creative Visualisations for Relaxation (2 CD set) Buy Now

Chakra Meditations & Creative Visualisations (2 CD set) Buy Now

Meditation Classes

2007-06-18T15:32:00.001+10:00

The next meditation classes will be held this time at beautiful Rainbow Beach, Fraser Coast, Qld. on the weekend of Saturday 30th June and Sunday 1st July from 10 am to 4 pm. Cost each day is $40 per person. Venue on application. Phone Frances on 07-3388 1054 to make a booking. Frances' CDs can be purchased at the time or you can email therapy@goodcounselling.com.au for details.

New email and main website

2007-06-18T15:22:00.000+10:00

Hi Everyone,
Just wanted you to know my new website is up and running at www.goodcounselling.com.au . Consequently, the best email for me now is therapy@goodcounselling.com.au . I have more counselling options now apart from face-to-face and telephone as I am using Skype and Yahoo Messenger. People can pay me with credit card or paypal.
Keep well,
Frances