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17Jun

5 Things I Learnt from a Mental Health Crisis as a Medical Student

Dr Ahmed Hankir

depression, tips

Mind

Consultant psychiatrist Dr Ahmed Hankir suffered major depression in his days as a medical student. Here he shares what he learned from that painful and significant experience
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14Jun

Meet the Therapist: Dan Lowe

Dan Lowe

meetthetherapist

Therapists

Dan Lowe is a therapist in East London and online: "I wish people realised how much relating and our social connections and networks are an essential part of being human, and that therapy is a specialised extension of that."
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13Jun

From Moving House to Changing Careers: How to Prepare for Stress Peaks

Leanne Spencer

emotions, selfcare, stress, tips

Body

If you know you have stressful periods coming up, there are self-care steps you can take to prepare your mind and body. Leanne Spencer offers her guidance on managing stress peaks
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12Jun

The Transformative Power of Men's Retreats

Christian Chalfont

grouptherapy, mensmentalhealth, retreats

Therapists

Stereotypical notions of masculinity can still inhibit lots of men from seeking the help they need. Therapist Christian Chalfont reflects on the particular benefits of men's retreats and group therapy
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11Jun

A Psychotherapist Reflects on Dr Michael Mosley's Untimely Death

Andre de Trichateau

bereavement, death, grief, loss, mortality

Therapists

To his many fans, Dr Michael Mosley was synonymous with health, and the circumstances of his death have been a shock to many. Psychotherapist André de Trichateau shares his personal reflections
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11Jun

Meet the Therapist: Sian Wright

Sian Wright

meetthetherapist

Therapists

Sian Wright is an online counsellor based in Wales: "Many people ask how therapy can help them; I would tell them that the day they consider engaging in therapy is the first day of the rest of their life. If you want to ask for help then you have started the journey."
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10Jun

Understanding and Improving Relationships: A Grid for Therapists and Clients

claudia behnke

attachment, boundaries, relationships, selfesteem

Therapists

The quality of our relationships is central to our overall health and wellbeing. Therapist Claudia Behnke explores one of the tools that she uses to help clients improve their relationships and attachment patterns
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07Jun

Meet the Therapist: Stephen Slatter

Stephen Slatter

meetthetherapist

Therapists

Stephen Slatter is a therapist in London, Surrey and online: "It's a privilege to be a psychotherapist. I think you have to love the job to do it. No day, client or session is the same. Hearing clients say I have changed their life is so moving, and seeing the change in people is incredible."
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05Jun

The Types of Narcissism and The Impact of Narcissistic Abuse in Relationships

Alice McGurran

abuse, couples, narcissism, relationships

Relationships

As a society we seem somewhat fascinated by narcissism – but what about those who have suffered in narcissistic relationships? Dr Ramani Durvasula offers a deep dive into the impact of narcissistic abuse and how to recover
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04Jun

Meet the Therapist: Steve Altman

Steve Altman

meetthetherapist

Therapists

Steve Altman is a therapist in London and online: "It's difficult to say goodbye to a client when they choose to end because often a deep bond can grow between us. However, there is also a feeling of joy to see someone leaving feeling more confident and comfortable within themselves."
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