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Epilepsy and Mental Health
Epilepsy and mental health have a bidirectional relationship, meaning the two conditions can influence each other in a cyclical way. My focus as a registered counsellor offers a holistic approach which can include supporting and guiding clients - individuals, families and carers – to understand how seizures can cause or impact mental health; and similarly, poor mental health or mental illness, can increase seizure frequency. In addition, to talk therapies, holistic approach a
Simon Merchant
Nov 41 min read


Your Journal.
Journalling enhances the epilepsy counselling process by encouraging you to take time to reflect on your thoughts, feelings, emotions and values, out of session in a safe space. If you haven't used a journal before it may take a little getting used to. Your journal can help introduce new behaviours, monitor lifestyle, and track progess towards achieving new personal goals. Most importantly, it's a record of your journey.
Simon Merchant
Oct 261 min read
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