Individuals bring many aspects of their life into the therapy room, and even though some areas may not be referred to directly, each of these areas interrelate with each other and have an impact on the individual and the lived
Learning involves more than just books
Learning is not one single process, but a complex one with many overlapping areas coordinating between themselves. It is based on being stimulated through the senses, by being engaged physically or by doing something, also emotionally, advanced thinking and imagination,
The Lifestyle Lense
Most people facing mental health issues can benefit from the support of some form of therapy, and creating a safe space to discuss problems and work through issues with another trusted person can be vital. As well as knowing when
Why Does Commitment Freak Me Out?
The term ‘Scared of Commitment’ has somehow lost its meaning due to how much it is used in casual conversation. The truth is that some people experience intense feelings of anxiety and stress when faced with a situation they must
Prepping for Travelling Post Covid
More than two and a half years have passed since the outbreak of COVID-19. Needless to say, in some way or another everyone was affected by this pandemic. Most countries have now returned to what was once normality or an
Dealing with the traffic jam stress
Being caught up in traffic has become an episode in everyday life. So today I choose to dedicate this blog to the stress which is often related to the traffic congestion. Together with stress, some might experience anger, frustration and
How to talk to someone who is struggling – Part 2
In the first part of this blog, we went over some key components when talking to someone using empathy. We spoke about adopting a non-judgemental perspective, making an effort to see the world through the other’s perspective, being in
How to talk to someone who is struggling – Part 1
I think one of the most shocking experiences in my life was the news that the teenage son of a friend had died in a tragic accident. Hearing that the young man had lost his life so unexpectedly and tragically,
Object Constancy in Therapy
This client I’ve been working with for about a year now, decided to move to a new country two months ago. We continued working together and she recently came into the session with the realization that she doesn’t miss anyone
To Pros and Cons of Being Your Own Boss
It can be a thrilling experience to quit your regular job and work for yourself because it opens up a new universe of limitless opportunities. It demands passion and patience because it is a risky endeavour. Still, not everyone can