One of the saddest parts of my work is meeting people who believe they should not be grieving as much as they are. What interests me is that sometimes their presenting issue isn't about pet grief. For example, they may ask for help with difficulties sleeping or...
Returning to study as an adult can feel exciting, meaningful, and empowering. It can also feel terrifying. Many adults quietly struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, and overwhelming pressure while studying for exams, professional qualifications, university degrees,...
Stress is everywhere. Ever wondered why you can't switch off? Do you ever feel mentally exhausted but still unable to relax? You finally sit down at the end of the day, yet your mind keeps going. You replay conversations, think about tomorrow’s tasks, worry about...
Stress has become so normal in modern life. In my practice as a hypnotherapist and counsellor, I see so many people suffering with stress, and the surprising thing is that many times they don't realise that they are suffering with stress. So how do you know that you...
The therapist's terms and conditions are important to read before engaging with any service because they clarify what to expect. Professional therapy services will have the therapist's terms and conditions, but many clients don't know what they are for and why I...
At this time of the year, students are preparing for exams. In the UK, teenagers are preparing for GCSEs, A levels, and university entry. If you have a teenager and are worried about exam stress affecting their sleep, mood, behaviour, and confidence, I understand your...
On Valentine's Day, there can be pressure to look for love and find a partner. But you might be someone who feels anxious in social situations, who stutters, or who feels embarrassed when meeting new people. AI might help you practice conversations, but real...
When men lose someone they love, their grief often looks different. Many keep it silent, hidden, or locked away, but that doesn’t mean the pain isn’t there. They want to be seen as coping well, but inside, they feel awful and long to break free from the emotions that...
Do you want to feel happier at work? As work is a large part of many people's day, sometimes you feel great, but sometimes you want to feel happier. Many people think that happiness is an emotion that just happens, but that isn't completely true. Happiness is...
Bad habits- we have all got them, but sometimes they take over our lives, and we wonder how we could stop doing them. We don't need to put up with them. I write this blog as we enter a New Year and people think about changing bad habits. What is a habit? A habit is a...