Latest articles on counselling and therapy

Nicky Clinch, maturation coach, spiritual mentor and author, shares her five steps to achieving more stillness in every day.

‘What shall I have for lunch today? Maybe a tuna sandwich, or would a healthy salad be a better choice? But should I eat at all, as I ate too much at breakfast? I’m...

We have all experienced moments of stress in our lives. They could be driven by project deadlines, looming exams or even happy moments, like a wedding or the birth of a child. In...

One of the most basic rules in psychotherapy, specifically engaged when practicing breathing exercises and forms of mindfulness, is that of holding a safe space for clients'...

“At its root, perfectionism isn't really about a deep love of being meticulous. It’s about fear. Fear of making a mistake. Fear of disappointing others. Fear of...

Julia Usher, the founder of Ashes Memorial Jewellery, explains the 7 stages of grief.

When considering psychotherapy, people often ask the below seven questions: How can I choose a suitably qualified therapist? What are the early signs to look for after the first...

If I asked you how creative you are what would your answer be? Let me guess. I suspect at least some of you reading this will have thought similar to, “Not very! I...

The dark triad is a combination of three different personality elements that are harmful to individuals; psychopathy, Machiavellianism, and narcissism. When we see these elements...

During a play therapy session, the therapist will listen to the child by taking a genuine and real interest in everything the child is doing and saying. Often, children are told...