Open Arms counsellors and staff have an understanding of veteran and military culture that assists them to deliver specialised support and care to members of this community.

What can Open Arms counsellors help you with?

Open Arms counselling take a tailored approach to work with you enhance your mental health and wellbeing. Common concerns include: 

• relationship and family issues
• transitioning to civilian life
• anxiety
• depression
• anger
• sleep difficulties
• PTSD
• alcohol or substance misuse.

Together, we can find effective solutions to improve your mental health and wellbeing.

When to seek Open Arms counselling

If you, or someone you know is feeling or behaving differently for an extended period of time and experiencing the warning signs below, it’s time to talk.

• feeling stressed out, on edge or flat
• withdrawing from social events
• losing interest in intimacy
• a general sense of nervousness
• feelings of panic or being overwhelmed
• frequent distressing thoughts or memories
• feeling irritable, angry or aggressive (including road rage)
• changes to sleep patterns
• difficulties falling or staying asleep
• regular nightmares
• increased conflict in relationships, including with children
• difficulties concentrating or managing everyday tasks
• increased or excessive use of alcohol (including binge drinking)
• abuse of prescription or illegal drugs
• avoiding social activities and friends
• loss of interest in activities that were important or enjoyable before, including intimacy
• physical symptoms including headaches unrelated to an existing injury or illness, or unexplained aches and tension
• difficulty coping or planning ahead, or continuing day-to-day activities
• reduced self-confidence
• feeling unsafe for no apparent reason
• thoughts of hopelessness or suicide

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