Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) often faces criticism as being a quick fix or a shallow way to manage problems. Many people believe it only helps with surface-level symptoms without addressing deeper issues. This misunderstanding can prevent individuals from exploring a therapy that has helped millions improve their mental health. The truth is CBT offers much more than simple coping strategies. It provides tools to understand and change the thought patterns that shape emo

What makes therapy with me different? I have been a therapist for quite a while now, most of that time has been spent in the NHS. And whilst I do not claim to be the world best therapist (although I get good feedback frequently) many people that tell me that they have had Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) before and that their sessions previously were not like the sessions we have. Which left my scratching my head thinking why?! So I ask my clients that very question. They

Rumination (dwelling, overthinking) involves repeatedly thinking about the same thoughts or images, with particular focus on negative ones. It's like being trapped on a mental treadmill, preventing you from being present. In this post, we'll dive deeper into rumination, why we do it, and its impact on our lives. What Is Rumination? The term "rumination" comes from the Latin word "ruminare," which means "to chew over." Just like cows chew their food multiple times to help dige

What if I said that worry helps you to prepare? Worry gives you a sense of control? Worry stops bad things from happening? That's why you can't stop! Have you ever thought about that? Worry makes our brain feels as if its doing something to correct the threat. Sometimes, it is but alot of the time, its doing nothing but keeping you in a cycle and ANXIETY! Some people aren't aware of why they worry. When they come to therapy, they often want to eliminate the worry because it c

What Are Hypopressives? Hypopressives are a series of low-pressure postural and breathing techniques. They are designed to reduce intra-abdominal pressure and activate deep core muscles . This includes the pelvic floor, transverse abdominis, and multifidus. Unlike traditional abdominal exercises, which often increase pressure (like crunches or planks), Hypopressives work by decompressing the core. They train the body to reflexively engage the muscles that support posture, r

Learn why anxiety is a natural part of life, how to cope with chronic anxiety, and how to live well with it.

Understanding the difference between worry and anxiety can significantly impact your mental well-being. These terms are often used...

This is a quick blog on the impact of worry and what we can do to cope with the anxiety it causes.

Burnout is a growing issue affecting millions of people across various workplaces. It is often overlooked, yet it can lead to serious consequences for both individuals and the workplace so understanding burnout is essential. What is Burnout? Burnout is defined as a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion resulting from prolonged stress. It often shows up as extreme fatigue, detachment from work and/or life, and feelings of ineffectiveness. Unlike common stress, bu

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a proven method for addressing common mental health challenges such as anxiety and everyday stress....

Anxiety can feel like a storm taking over your life. Common methods like therapy and medication work for many in combination or...

Anxiety often strikes when we least expect it, turning mundane moments into sources of distress. Many individuals encounter anxiety...

It can be really hard to know what type of therapy would be helpful to us when all we really want is for our problem to just go away. We feel that just any solution to help the anxiety go away as quick as possible would be most helpful but knowing the difference between therapies can be really helpful in helping us to achieve the desired outcome saving alot of time, money and distress in the long run. I have put together a brief summary of the difference between CBT and couns