Guest Post – Dave: Built From the Inside Out
Guest Post By Lisa Gills, Founder, Harness the Spark Ltd There’s a particular kind of crisis that neurodivergent people know well. It’s not always dramatic. Sometimes it’s just being completely…
Mindfulness Cognitive Based Therapy (MBCT) Group – Online
We are happy to announce that we have launched our dedicated MBCT website: Mindful Gathering and are open to referrals for our online 8 week Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) group starting on Monday October 13th…
Why We Struggle to Rest – and How to Make Peace with Slowing Down
Rest sounds simple. But for many of us, it’s anything but. We are tired, we are overwhelmed, and still we push on. Whether it’s the endless mental load of parenting,…
What is Compassion-Focused Therapy – and Could It Help Me?
When we are struggling – with anxiety, shame, trauma, or the overwhelming changes that come with becoming a parent – it's easy to feel like something is wrong with us.…
Holding Steady in an Unsteady World: Coping with Global Uncertainty
It feels like the world is holding its breath. News feeds filled with war, climate emergencies, political division, economic strain, and a growing sense of uncertainty can leave us feeling…
Who Goes to Family Therapy?
When people hear the phrase “family therapy,” they sometimes imagine a last-resort intervention—something only for families in crisis. But in reality, family therapy is a supportive, proactive, and often preventative…
Are Mental Health Problems Being Overdiagnosed? A Closer Look at Wes Streeting’s Comments
Recent comments by Wes Streeting, Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, have drawn both support and criticism for suggesting that the UK may be overdiagnosing mental health conditions,…
Unregulated Therapy in the UK: Why Professional Standards Matter
In a recent article published by The Economist (February 2025), the spotlight was turned on a concerning issue: anyone in Britain can call themselves a therapist—regardless of their training, experience,…
Book Review: Hour of the Heart: Connecting in the Here and Now
by Irvin D. Yalom and B.Yalom When I first began my journey as a therapist, The Gift of Therapy by Irvin D. Yalom felt like an eye opener my hands.…
Overcoming Intimacy Issues in Relationships
Intimacy is a crucial component of a strong, fulfilling relationship, yet many couples struggle with maintaining emotional or physical closeness. When intimacy issues arise, they can create feelings of frustration,…