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01Jun

What is Body Psychotherapy?

Theo Raymond

body, bodypsychotherapy, typesoftherapy, video

Therapists

Body psychotherapy upholds that emotional and psychological distress is not only felt in the mind, but in the body too. Body psychotherapist Theo Raymond explains further in this video.
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29May

Why Lockdown Might Be Difficult for Ex-Boarders

Alison Dale

boardingschool, childhood, coronavirus

Therapists

Boarding school survivors may find that the experience of lockdown reminds them of a difficult time in their childhood: being isolated from loved ones, coping with limited privacy and dealing with uncertainty. Therapist Alison Dale, also an ex-boarder, explores further.
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29May

Meet the Therapist: Anna Keen

Anna Keen

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Therapists

Anna Keen is a counsellor in Maidstone and online: "Some of the common difficulties that I come across with clients are low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, abuse, work related problems, bereavement and relationship difficulties – whether that be with their parents or children, friends or partners."
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29May

Are Rates of Eating Disorders On the Up?

Stuart Large

coronavirus, eatingdisorders

Mind

Panic buying and restrictions in supermarkets may be difficult for those with eating disorders. Writer Stuart Large shares insights from an interview with Dr Zadeh, consultant psychiatrist at South West London and St George's Mental Health Trust.
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28May

What if Going Back to Normal Isn't What You Want?

Shelley Williams

anxiety, coronavirus, depression, self

Therapists

For many, lockdown has presented fresh mental health challenges, but for others the idea of returning to 'normal' may be what is causing anxiety. Psychotherapist Shelley Williams explores why this might be, and how we can learn from our conflicted feelings.
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26May

Tony Slattery and the Lasting Impact of Childhood Trauma

Alice McGurran

abuse, addiction, alcohol, bipolar, celebrity, childhood, CSA, trauma, TV

Mind

What's the Matter with Tony Slattery? is an exploration into the complexity of mental health issues. The documentary follows Slattery as he tries to understand his mental health: what is at the root of his long-term struggles?
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26May

Meet the Therapist: Deepti Ramaswamy

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Therapists

Deepti Ramaswamy is an online psychotherapist: "I wish people knew that therapy does not have to take years for people to feel better. There have been amazing developments in the field of psychotherapy and we know so much more about how the brain works, that we can achieve a lot and bring great relief in just a few weeks."
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25May

What is Biodynamic Massage Therapy?

Lindsey Nicholas

biodynamicmassage, body, massage, typesoftherapy, video

Therapists

Biodynamic massage therapy is a psycho-physiological therapy that involves touch and highlights the importance of the mind-body connection. Body psychotherapist Lindsey Nicholas explains more in this video.
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22May

The Covid-19 Pandemic: A Crash Course in Accepting Uncertainty?

Emma Kilburn

coronavirus, self, society, uncertainty

Mind

Life may feel more uncertain than ever at the moment, but, then again, life is always perhaps less certain than we like to believe. Teacher and trainee psychotherapist Emma Kilburn offers 5 ways to manage anxiety related to lockdown uncertainty
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22May

Are You Feeling Better in Lockdown?

Rachel Farhi

anxiety, coronavirus, depression, wellbeing

Therapists

While the mental health of many has worsened as a result of the covid-19 pandemic and lockdown, for some the change has relieved long-held feelings of depression and anxiety. Therapist Rachel Farhi explores why this might be and shares insights from her own practice.
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