As a counsellor, I often encourage clients to find small ways to reconnect with nature alongside their therapeutic journey. Nature doesn't solve our problems, but it can provide a sense of calm, perspective and space to breathe when life feels overwhelming. Have you ever noticed how much better you feel after spending time outside? Fresh […]

What are the Core Principles of ACT? ACT is built on six key processes that strengthen psychological flexibility to have the ability to adapt, cope, and stay present. 1.Acceptance – Making room for emotions instead of suppressing them. 2.Cognitive Diffusion – Learning to separate yourself from your thoughts. 3.Present-Moment Awareness – Grounding yourself in the […]

Mindfulness is not about just ‘clearing your mind’ - it is more about observing your thoughts and feelings without judgment. The art of observation is like noticing what makes a difference in how you can ‘try to be’ non-judgmental about your thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations and this can lead to greater self-awareness. Think of […]

Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy  (REBT) was discovered by  Dr Albert Ellis  he died in 2007 and was ninety three years old, an American psychologist and psychotherapist. REBT is a form of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy that was brought to light by  Dr Aaron Beck the god father of CBT. REBT is an evidence based psychotherapy, a […]

Be My Voice Tell me I'm Lovable Because  I can't say it myself Tell me I'm beautiful Because I just see the ugly Tell me I'm fun Because my body revolts me Tell me I'm worthy Because I don't think I am Tell me I am capable Because it feels like I'm not Be the […]

In today’s fast-paced world, mental health support is more important than ever. Walk and talk therapy is a therapeutic approach that brings together the traditional counselling ideas with the benefits of walking outdoors. Instead of sitting face-to-face in an office, you and your therapist walk side-by-side in a park or similar often in natural settings […]