Quite often in my therapy sessions clients will use metaphors to describe their experiences, providing insights that words don’t quite capture. This happened recently when a client began telling me her thoughts of therapy, likening it to Kintsugi, a tradition in her Japanese … [Read more...]
Why everyone is entitled to happiness and how counselling changed my life
“I am so sorry I was not able to win this battle for you. I know this is the most selfish act anyone can commit, and I hope you are able to stay strong with the peace of mind that I am finally at peace and at rest. I hope you can all move forward knowing I’m in a better place now … [Read more...]
New Online Mindfulness Drop-In Sessions
Starting Saturday 30th May at 09:00am, join me for my free fortnightly 45 minute mindfulness class from the convenience and comfort of your own space, allowing you to recharge and experience the benefits of mindful meditation. Being isolated doesn't mean we're unable to connect … [Read more...]
How the breath can help calm anxiety and panic
Breathing is a tool we all have at our disposal yet we barely even think out it; if we grasp the techniques of breathing effectively then we can lower emotional arousal to help reduce anxiety and panic. We take our breath for granted, and often when worried or anxious our breath … [Read more...]
The Corona Curveball
How do we begin to make sense of Coronavirus? The speed at which the pandemic has taken hold has not given us time to process the sheer enormity of the situation. We are grappling for new information daily but are no nearer to the answers we crave. Whilst we eagerly … [Read more...]
World Suicide Prevention Day
Why it's good to talk On World Suicide Prevention Day, 10th September, I had the privilege of talking to residents and organisations of Redbridge at a Mental Health Awareness event hosted by Sky Sharma Foundation. It's fair to say that mental health awareness is on the radar … [Read more...]