Understanding The Narcissist’s Prayer: A Tool for Insight and Healing In the field of psychotherapy, one of the most challenging and complex dynamics we often encounter is the impact of narcissistic abuse. Such experiences can profoundly affect the lives of those...
Understanding Domestic Abuse: The Three-Planet Model I have encountered numerous cases where domestic abuse is misunderstood, not only by those directly involved but also by the systems designed to help. To bridge this gap in understanding, I often refer to what is...
What Is the Difference Between a Psychotherapist and a Counsellor? When clients come to me for help, they often ask, “What is the difference between a psychotherapist and a counsellor?” It’s a common question, and the distinction can be quite important when seeking...
Who Is Jon Kabat-Zinn and What Is His Contribution to Mindfulness? When I first began exploring mindfulness, I quickly encountered the name Jon Kabat-Zinn. If you’re unfamiliar with him, Jon Kabat-Zinn is widely recognised as a pioneer in the integration of...
When I tell my therapist that I didn’t sleep, she often asks me what I am angry about. This might seem like an unusual question, but there’s a profound connection between our emotions and sleep patterns. In my experience, sleep is not just a physical act of resting;...
Introduction How would you feel about a computerised psychotherapy? As a glance towards the evolution of therapies, I find the comparison between digital interventions like Deprexis and traditional psychotherapy fascinating. Each has its own set of benefits, catering...
As a therapist, I’ve worked with many individuals who struggle with depression. Despite its prevalence, there are still many misconceptions and lesser-known facts about this mental health condition. Here are six things you might not know about depression that could...
Working as I do, in a queer affirmative manner, it becomes easy to task Queer and LGBTQ+ affirmative for granted. Rather like a fish does see water because it is all around them, or the way that we do not notice air… until it is not there. So I thought it would be...
As a psychotherapist, I love working with people on the rewarding yet challenging journey of self-discovery. Understanding our deepest wants, needs, desires, thoughts, and feelings isn’t just a part of emotional healing—it’s essential for profound personal...
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