When’s the last time you asked yourself how you really feel?
Life changes, and sometimes it can be very stressful, particularly for women in midlife.
Often there’s a lot to juggle – the changes and challenges of menopause and other health issues, career pressures, navigating empty nest syndrome or dealing with divorce. Yet, too often, women feel they need to push on and keep a “stiff upper lip” without taking a moment to consider how they really feel.
This quiz is designed for women aged 50+ to help you reflect on how you’re feeling and whether support from a registered therapist could help.
There are no right answers – just a chance to pause, contemplate and consider what kind of support, if any, might be helpful.
You selected mostly As, which suggests you might benefit from therapy.
Therapy provides a safe and confidential space for you to talk to a trained professional about your issues and concerns. Your therapist will help you explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours so you can develop a better understanding of yourself and of others.
A counsellor won’t give you their opinions or advice or prescribe medication. They’ll help you find your own solutions – whether that’s making effective changes in your life or finding ways of coping with your problems.
You selected mostly Bs which suggests you might not need therapy right now.
However it could be worth considering as part of your overall approach to wellbeing and mental health maintenance.
Therapy isn’t only for people experiencing mental health issues or those with a diagnosis. It’s a powerful tool for navigating, understanding and coping with life and its many challenges.
Your therapist can support you through bereavement, relationships, work and family difficulties. They can also help you to stay mentally healthy, grow and thrive.
You selected mostly Cs which suggests you might be unsure about how you're feeling or if therapy could help you.
You may benefit from having a conversation with a registered therapist to explore this further.
Therapy isn’t only for people experiencing mental health issues or those with a diagnosis. It’s a powerful tool for navigating, understanding and coping with life and its many challenges.
Your therapist will help you explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours so you can develop a better understanding of yourself and others. They can also help you to stay mentally healthy, grow and thrive.
If you're experiencing immediate danger or want to report a crisis, call 999.
For more information on how to deal with a mental health crisis, visit. Visit the BACP website where you can find out more about the ways in which therapy can help and connect with a registered professional: Visit the BACP website where you can find out more about the ways in which therapy can help and connect with a registered professional: