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06
Mar

The Hidden Cost of Not Having Boundaries

The Hidden Cost of Not Having Boundaries You tell yourself you’re just being considerate. That you’re…

19
Feb

“Why can’t I just say no?”- When Survival Means People-Pleasing

You’re exhausted, stretched thin, doing everything for everyone, except yourself. You agree to plans you don’t…

30
Jan

CBT, But Not as You Know It: How Understanding Your Mind Can Transform Your Life

In all my years as a therapist, and despite training in some incredible newer therapies along…

23
Jan

The 5 Coping Habits That Keep You Stuck – and How to Break Free

We all have ways of dealing with life’s challenges. Often, the strategies we turn to…

16
Jan

My top Five Mental Health Tips to Survive (and Thrive) January 

January. It’s dark. It’s cold. Your bank account is gasping for air and somehow,…

08
Jan

Breaking the Cycle of Trauma Bonds: How to Recognise and Move Forward from Toxic Relationships

When you are caught in a toxic relationship, it can feel like you are…

30
Dec

Psychological Preparation for the New Year: Reflecting, Reframing, and Moving Forward

As 2024 draws to a close, many of us begin to look ahead, wondering what…

23
Dec

Grief at Christmas: Why Loss Feels Deeper at This Time of Year

Christmas is often celebrated as a time of joy, togetherness, and familial love. But…

18
Dec

Loneliness at Christmas: Understanding Why Being Alone Doesn’t Always Mean Being Lonely

For many, the Christmas season can feel like the loneliest time of the year. It is…

11
Dec

The Hidden Stress of Christmas: Why Family Gatherings Can Be Harder Than You Think

If you find yourself dreading the thought of spending time with family this Christmas, you are…