Prior to counseling for anxiety and addiction, I was very broken emotionally, spiritually and mentally, and I had no language to understand what was going on with me. I suffered daily panic attacks, and a lot of grief caused by painful wounds from the past. I recall that desperate need to feel better, but I did not have the tools to do so. So when I started counseling I hoped there was a solution. I thought that I might find relief from the nightmare of feeling like and believing I was going insane. When I first came to see Glynis Sherwood and work with her I had no real idea what to expect from a counselor. I had never done anything like that before. I remember being full of fear, doubts and shame. However, from our first meeting, she expressed an understanding, and a gentleness that I had never felt. I learnt that in my sessions with her, no matter what I said I would still be held with support, gentle words and encouragement. As I spoke to Glynis about myself, I slowly began to work through some of my core beliefs that caused me pain. I began to experience a new level of vulnerability. I felt Glynis always conveyed compassion, created a safe environment and ensured trust. That trust and safe space allowed for the healing process to begin. Through the counseling I did with Glynis many changes have taken place. I no longer suffer from panic attacks. I have healed many losses and wounds from my past, by allowing myself to express my feelings. I learned how to communicate better with others, making my relationships, especially my closer intimate relationship stronger. All this nurtured the beginnings of a strong spiritual connection and an emotional health that I had never experienced before or expected from doing this counseling. This work was not always easy, but it was one of the best investments I have made for myself. These are just some of the invaluable gifts I received from counseling. It really made me realize how instrumental Glynis has been on my journey to become whole – thank you for that.
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