Counselling for Cardiac Conditions
Living with a cardiac condition presents unique challenges, affecting both physical health and emotional well-being. From heart disease to heart attacks and cardiac surgeries, individuals and their families navigate a journey marked by uncertainty and lifestyle adjustments. For those struggling to cope with a recent diagnosis or a long term cardiac condition, counselling offers a safe space to express anxieties, and develop coping mechanisms to reduce emotional stress.
How Counselling Can Help
- Coping Strategies: Counselling equips individuals with practical coping skills to navigate lifestyle changes, medication adherence, and the emotional impact of diagnosis and treatment.
- Stress Management: Therapists offer techniques to manage stress, such as relaxation exercises, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioural strategies, which can also help to reduce the risk of further cardiac complications.
- Improving Adherence: By addressing emotional barriers and providing support, counselling can enhance adherence to medical recommendations and lifestyle modifications crucial for managing cardiac conditions.
- Family Support: Counselling can also extend support to family members, helping them to understand and cope with the challenges of caring for a loved one with a cardiac condition.
Here at Angsana Psychology, our clinical psychologist in Norwich, offers compassionate counselling in Norwich, tailored to individuals living with a range of cardiac conditions.
Cardiac Counselling Norwich
Whether you’re adjusting to a recent diagnosis, recovering from a cardiac event, or managing a chronic condition, our goal is to empower you to navigate the emotional challenges and improve your overall well-being. Through a collaborative approach to counselling that integrates psychoeducation, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and stress management techniques, we help clients build resilience and regain control over their lives.
If you or a loved one are seeking support, we’re here to help you on your journey towards heart health and emotional well-being. Speak to Dr Jinnie Ooi, our therapist in Norwich, today for your initial assessment, where we will discuss your physical and mental health.
