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At the time of writing this article, a major sporting event is about to take place. I decided to do something that I very rarely do, and I haven’t done in years, which was...

Behavioural and process addictions such as gambling, sex, gaming, social media, physical exercise, and shopping can be tempting behaviours as a means of offering excitement,...

Why is it so difficult to sit with how I feel? When did this happen? Why haven't I noticed this before? What am I afraid of? These are some of the questions you may begin to ask...

As people, we seem to live by the habits we form, and often these help to form structure in our daily lives. Habits do sometimes become dangerous, however, such as the addictive...

Problem gamblers invariably can't cope with a loss. The pain of losing can feel overwhelming. Rather than stick to a staking strategy and tolerate short term volatility, problem...

When tackling addictive behaviour, in my experience, therapy alone is not enough. Addiction is often a way of filling a gap in our lives. So we need to build a new life. Our...

We only exist in our parents’ gaze until we learn how to view ourselves objectively. Beginning from the moment we are born, the process of emotional development carries us...

Are you wondering whether you have a problem with your sexual behaviour and do you or a loved one struggle with problem gambling? Behavioural addictions can so often be...

So, many of my clients tell me of the enormous relief that sharing their fiercely guarded shameful secret has on their lives. The initial fear turns to huge and life changing...

Are you in a relationship with a problem gambler who is struggling to stop gambling? Or is there a family member who has been adding to debts by compulsively gambling?...