Becoming your own parent may seem like a strange concept at first, but it may be of great help when it comes to emotional healing. Although we have gotten older and may therefore consider ourselves as adults, within many of … Read more
Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress. These episodes occur ‘out of the blue’ … Read more
In recent years, there has been a surge in research regarding marijuana use and its potential risks as well as benefits. The increased interest and support in marijuana research are also fuelled by movements to legalise weed in various countries, … Read more
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental and neurological disorder that affects one’s social interaction and communication abilities and can also be characterised by repetitive and restricted behaviours and interests. ASD can be diagnosed at any age, … Read more
People seek psychotherapy for different reasons – because they have mental health concerns, because they need help managing or improving their overall functioning, because they’re having relationship problems, they’re going through transitions, have a history of trauma, or simply want … Read more
Dissociative disorders are a category of illnesses characterised by abrupt shifts in a person’s sense of reality-related perception, thinking, consciousness, identity, or memory. An individual with dissociative disorder could feel cut off from both their environment and themselves.
Dissociative amnesia, … Read more
From time to time, I have a client that struggles with emotions, and not in the maybe usual way. It’s not that their emotions are too overwhelming, or that they feel they’re out of their control necessarily. Sometimes they report … Read more
The beginning of the weekend comes with a feeling of freedom and opportunity, but somehow it always flies by and then it’s Sunday once again. Some people might take it as a sign that it’s once again time for the … Read more
The longer and the more intense the relationship, the more there is to process regarding your experience and feelings surrounding it, and its ending.
A breakup at the end of the day is also a … Read more
Individuals with Somatic Symptom Disorders (SSD) are the subject of numerous myths. We frequently hear that the symptoms experienced are ‘all in their brain’. Some people might argue that SSD sufferers are overreacting to little issues. The reality is that … Read more
