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13Jun

Why Chase Happiness at the Cost of Authenticity?

Andre de Trichateau

authenticity, emotions, happiness, self

Therapists

The pursuit of happiness can leave many of us disappointed, as happy states can be fleeting. Therapist Andre de Trichateau argues instead for contentment as a more long-lasting and realistic goal to strive for.
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07Jun

Depp vs Heard and the Mob Mentality of the Internet

Sue Cowan-Jenssen

abuse, bullying, couples, domesticviolence, narcissism, relationships, shame, society, TV

Therapists

Depp vs Heard gripped the world's attention, but what do the memes, clips and gifs say about the mob mentality of the internet? Therapist Sue Cowan-Jenssen explores how shaming others might in fact make us even harder on ourselves too.
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06Jun

Earthing: The Benefits of Being Barefoot

Fiona Austin - Anxiety and Relationship solutions

body, health, nature, seasons, wellbeing

Therapists

Earthing is the practice of being in direct contact with the earth; it can significantly reduce stress, says therapist Fiona Austin. The benefits of being barefoot are huge for mental and physical health, so why not give this simple practice a try to reduce anxiety?
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03Jun

Meet the therapist: Lisa Daitz

Lisa Daitz

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Therapists

Lisa Daitz is a therapist in North London and online: "Existential therapy increases our understanding. As this happens, choices reveal themselves, where previously none appeared to exist. As choices appear so too does the opportunity for change."
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30May

Once a Mother, Always a Mother? The Challenges of Being a Mother of Adult Children

Annette Byford

family, motherhood, mothers, parenting, women

Therapists

Once a mother, always a mother, or so the saying goes. So how can mothers renegotiate their roles as their children grow up and leave home? Therapist Annette Byford explores.
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25May

Dear Therapist..."Everything is Stressing Me Out: Am I Depressed?"

Kelly Hearn

deartherapist, society

Therapists

With everything going on in the world today and the cost of living starting to bite, tempers might be starting to fray as people struggle to contain their anxiety and stress. Therapist Kelly Hearn offers some practical advice to one reader.
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24May

Running Helps Me Manage Anxiety: Could It Help You Too?

Lisa Blake

anxiety, body, exercise, health, panicattacks

Therapists

Counsellor Lisa Blake found that running helped her manage anxious feelings. Here she explores the benefits of exercise for mental health.
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20May

Meet the Therapist: Greg Young

Greg Young

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Therapists

Greg Young is a therapist in North Wales and online: "I wish people knew that making the call to ask for help is the most difficult step. After that, it’s not as bad as you imagined, and there’s really nothing to fear."
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18May

The Power of Storytelling in Therapy

Laurie Castelli-Gair

childhood, identity, self

Therapists

The stories we tell ourselves shape how we experience the world and how we behave. Psychotherapist Laurie Castelli-Gair shows how therapists can use storytelling to help their clients.
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13May

Meet the Therapist: Kristina Matej

Kristina Matej

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Therapists

Kristina Matej is an online therapist: "I love when my clients realise they don’t need me anymore. Seeing them becoming empowered, self-aware and courageous, makes me feel really happy. My client’s breakthrough moments are just such a joy, I can’t imagine doing anything else."
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