Low self-esteem, viewing yourself as unworthy, unlikable, unattractive.

Lacking confidence and emotional energy to pursue relationships or existing ones.

Social awkwardness and inability to initiate social contact.

Pessimistic about finding companionship and supportive relationships.

Social withdrawal - isolation validates fears of rejection and negative thoughts.

Emotions like frustration, bitterness, anger, envy, suspicion, jealousy.

Self-harm and / or suicidal thoughts.

Anxiety and depression.

Disrupted eating and sleeping patterns.

Using alcohol or drugs to cope.

Times of transition - moving to a new location, becoming a new parent, retirement. 

Thoughts and feelings of inadequacy, imperfection and shame. 

Relationships, death, a break up or divorce. 

A childhood hurt or trauma - inadequate care or connection, abuse and / or neglect.

Illness, health changes that impact lifestyle and social connection.

Stigma due to gender, race, disability, health condition or sexuality.

Spiritual or personal growth – changing priorities, sense of purpose and feeling disconnected.

Exclusion from social activities due to financial or mobility constraints.

Comparing other peoples’ happiness (perceived or otherwise) - social media is a major culprit of this.

Loneliness is not always a reflection of what is happening in your life. You may have a great deal of social contact, but loneliness can occur secretly and silently.

Loneliness may feel like a chasm, but it can be overcome. Speaking with a counsellor, psychologist or psychotherapist can help you reconnect with yourself and others.

We provide support for all ages - children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly.

Our counsellors know there is no cookie cutter remedy. They focus on providing a safe space to talk about your loneliness and how it affects your life, helping you gain perspective on its possible origin - exploring past hurts when appropriate. Together you can explore behaviours, negative self-assumptions, habits and relationships that are no longer serving you. 

Our counsellors can help you resist the urge to isolate, build resilience and put yourself out there. They’ll encourage you to challenge your inner critic with self-affirming messages.

We know it’s the small changes that help you overcome loneliness and move towards connection in the long run. With support and strategies to recognise your strengths, you can move forward. 

Homeopathy offers emotional support alongside counselling, or as a first step if you’re tentative about opening up to a counsellor. Remedies are tailored to your specific symptoms and your constitution to rebalance emotional health.