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Apologies to all my clients who experienced technical issues last week. I understand that these issues, at times, may have caused...

On the surface, protagonism and narcissism can be considered cousins in the same psychological family. They are both centred on the self, both imply a person who considers themselves at the centre of their narrative, and both can present an air of confidence and self-assurance. Nevertheless, the two concepts have radically different approaches to the world and themselves. Their differences are essential to know in order to develop and maintain good relationships.

Many of you have been experiencing difficulties booking your preferred time slots recently due to this peak period of the year. Current availability requires advance bookings, which are currently running at approximately 10 days. This applies to all services, including regular bookings, single-session bookings, and emergency bookings.

The concept of adulting has gained popularity over the last few years and is usually connected to the process of learning and taking on practical responsibilities that are involved in being an independent adult. Think of it as the collection of skills your parents or caregivers might have handled for you growing up: managing finances, maintaining a household, navigating healthcare systems, building professional relationships, and making complex life decisions.

Clients should note there will be no services available from 23rd August to 1st September as I will be on leave during this period. All services will resume promptly on my return.

Some individuals with ADHD complain that they experience what they term as blackouts, which are instances when they feel out of touch with the environment, lose time, or forget things. Although the term ADHD blackouts is not a clinical term, such experiences are a considerable overlap between ADHD and dissociative symptoms,

In the context of mental health challenges, many symptoms arise from neural patterns that have become overly rigid or maladaptive. Consider someone with depression: their brain may have developed strong neural pathways associated with negative thinking, hopelessness, and withdrawal from activities. These pathways become so well-established that they feel automatic and unchangeable. However, neuroplasticity tells us a different story—these patterns can be modified, and new,

Sluggish Cognitive Tempo (SCT) is a cluster of symptoms characterised by daydreaming, mental fogginess, slowed thinking, reduced processing speed, and decreased alertness. While not currently recognised as an official diagnosis in diagnostic manuals like the DSM-5, SCT has garnered increasing attention from researchers and clinicians over the past two decades as a potentially distinct attentional disorder.

Intermittent Reinforcement, Random Reinforcement, Resistance to Extinction, and Mental Health

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex endocrine disorder that affects approximately 8-13% of reproductive-aged women worldwide. While PCOS is primarily known for its reproductive and metabolic symptoms, there's growing recognition of its significant connection to stress and mental health. This article explores these relationships and examines how mood disorders and neurodiversity might impact PCOS.

Due to the current high case load, i regret to inform you that there is currently a waiting list for new clients to begin therapy. The estimated waiting time is currently between 4 to 6 weeks.

No therapeutic services are available from May 23 through June 2 2025, because I will be on personal leave during this time.

The body and brain use cortisol and dopamine as vital neurochemical elements that perform separate tasks. Recognising their unique characteristics helps us understand mental health problems and human behavioural patterns. This article explores what these chemicals are, how they differ, and their impact on mental health.

Microaggressions are brief, everyday exchanges that communicate hostile, derogatory, or harmful messages to members of marginalised groups.

Two Faces of Human Capability As part of our understanding of human intelligence, two frameworks are used to measure cognitive and social...

Our working memory is a cognitive system that temporarily holds and manipulates information necessary for complex cognitive tasks. Unlike lo

Confirmation bias is our natural tendency to search for, interpret, and remember information in a way that confirms our existing beliefs or

Dear clients Reset of the discount packages is complete, and all clients should now have access to the packages. The packages are still...

Compassion fatigue and burnout are often discussed interchangeably in healthcare and helping professions, yet they represent aa distinct phe

Co-Regulation: Building Emotional Resilience Through Supportive Relationships   Co-regulation is a primary process fundamental in human...