Joy …. and Glimmers

We come to therapy to address the more challenging aspects of our worlds and as we heal, we also get to experience the full range of emotions and

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So What is Brainspotting….

Brainspotting was coined by Dr David Grand in 2003 when working with a 16 year old skater who could not master the triple loop.  He noticed that her

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Self Compassion (and your Inner Critic)

Well I settled on Self Compassion for this month’s topic for as Dr Bessel Van Der Kolk (Author of The Body Keeps the Score) says, it actually doesn’t

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Menopause and Mental Health

Firstly I will ask you to notice your reaction to this month’s topic.  Do you say “Yes!”, “Huh?” or “That has nothing to do with me”.     Well

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WoT …. What?

WoT is the Window of Tolerance. It is an approach I use regularly and it helps to both explain and assess how much we can psychologically tolerate each

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Are you an “Endgainer”?

Many years ago I went indoor rock climbing.  I wanted to get to the top!  About ¾ of the way up I got stuck, there were no holds

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Mind meet body, body meet mind

As you know, my approach to therapy is highly somatic with an exploration of the integration of mind and body.  Over the years, I have worked with many

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Remember what’s important to you this festive season

We all have our own ways of doing Christmas. This can range from huge family celebrations to quiet time alone with your favourite comforts. Whatever your version, make

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Intergenerational and Family Influences

As you know, I commend anyone that has the courage to come to therapy and allow a mirror into their thoughts, actions and behaviours.   Each of you do

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Grief

To state upfront- There is no normal, regular, prescribed or right way to grieve. You may experience the loss of a person, pet, relationship, life phase or way

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