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Box breathing is a simple technique that may help us slow down & reconnect with the present moment.

The role of Artificial Intelligence in counselling

As summer draws to a close, many parents are beginning to prepare for an emotional milestone: their child leaving home for university. There may be excitement, pride and anticipation — but alongside these feelings, there can also be sadness, anxiety and a surprising sense of loss.

Healthy boundaries are an important part of any relationship. They involve recognising and communicating the limits we need around our emotional, physical and psychological space, while also respecting the needs, values and individuality of our partner.

Do you feel driven to get everything right? Perhaps you set yourself extremely high standards, struggle to accept mistakes, or feel that your achievements are never quite enough. While wanting to do your best can be positive, perfectionism can become exhausting when it is linked to fear of failure, self-criticism, or the belief that you are only valued when you succeed.

Stress is a normal part of life and, in many situations, can even be helpful. In manageable amounts, stress can motivate us, improve focus, and help us meet challenges or deadlines. In an ideal environment, stress is occasional and temporary — a natural response that comes and goes.

In the UK, men account for around three quarters of deaths by suicide. Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death for men under 35. Yet women are more likely to report experiences of depression and anxiety...

Perimenopause and menopause can affect far more than physical health. For many women, this stage of life can also bring emotional and psychological changes that feel unexpected or difficult to understand.

People with ADHD can benefit from psychodynamic counselling because it explores not only symptoms, but also the emotional and relational experiences that shape a person's life.

The first step is simply beginning.

If anxiety feels like it is taking up too much space in your life, psychodynamic counselling offers a way to explore it gently and thoughtfully, helping you move toward greater self-understanding and emotional freedom.

You don’t need to be in crisis, depressed, or overwhelmed by anxiety to begin therapy.