The Long-Term Effects of Ignoring a Child’s Wants, Needs, Feelings, and Desires Introduction Childhood is a critical period where emotional needs, feelings, and desires are nurtured to build a healthy sense of self. When a child’s emotional world is neglected—whether...
Does Current Culture Around ADHD and ASD Encourage Unmasking or Exacerbate Features? In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of neurodiversity, including conditions like Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)....
The Pomodoro Technique as a Tool for Alleviating Pain Chronic pain or even temporary discomfort can feel overwhelming, making it difficult to focus, manage daily tasks, or even enjoy moments of rest. While medication and therapies play a significant role in pain...
Taking Down the Decorations: When Christmas Ends and Tensions Remain The Christmas season has a way of bringing people together, often in ways that test the limits of our patience. Families crowd under one roof, old habits resurface, and unspoken tensions can bubble...
Thinking About What to Do in the New Year: Reflections for Psychotherapy Trainees As the new year approaches, it’s a time for reflection—a chance to pause, recalibrate, and refocus on the journey ahead. For those of us already training as psychotherapists, the start...
The Transformative Power of Socratic Questioning in Therapy Socratic questioning is a cornerstone of many therapeutic approaches, particularly cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT). Its purpose is to guide clients toward self-awareness and critical thinking by...
The Stresses and Strains of Christmas Celebrations and Their Impact on Mental Health Christmas has always been a season I associate with joy, love, and togetherness. Yet, over the years, I’ve noticed how often the festive season feels more stressful than celebratory....
How to Control Temptations in Your Life Temptation is a universal experience, a challenge that can distract us from our goals and values. Whether it’s resisting unhealthy food, curbing impulsive spending, or staying focused on work, managing temptation is essential...
Introduction to Personality Adaptations The concept of personality adaptations offers a fascinating lens for understanding how individuals develop unique ways to cope with their environments and relationships. Vann Joines, a prominent figure in Transactional Analysis...