This chapter examines the interaction between working memory and emotional wellbeing, highlighting the value of counselling for individuals with dyslexia. The authors stress that working-memory limitations not only affect academic or occupational performance but also contribute to emotional stress, frustration, and anxiety – especially when these difficulties are misunderstood or misattributed. Drawing on psychological theory and clinical experience, the chapter outlines how counselling can support clients in building self-awareness, managing emotional responses, and developing practical coping strategies. The therapeutic process often involves education about thinking, helping individuals understand how working-memory deficits affect their behaviour, and reframing past negative experiences in a more constructive light. Stress, anxiety, and low confidence can exacerbate cognitive overload, creating a feedback loop of underperformance and distress. Counselling can break this cycle by fostering emotional regulation and building self-efficacy. The chapter underscores the importance of a client-centred, non-pathologising approach, where individuals feel listened to and empowered. It also stresses the need for mental health professionals to understand cognitive profiles so that therapeutic interventions are tailored and relevant. Overall, the integration of cognitive and emotional support is shown to be key in helping individuals with dyslexia live more confident, adaptive lives.