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The Surprising Power of 20 Minutes a day. What I discovered after 3 years of daily meditation
By Dr Roisin Joyce, Lead Clinical Psychologist The Slow Journey to a Daily Practice I was first introduced to mindfulness meditation back in 2009 during a training course. We explored different practices—breathing, mindful eating, even mindful conversations. I’ll admit, it all felt a bit strange at first. (Chewing a Malteser slowly and walking around paying […]
POV: Your Therapist Asks If You’ve Ever Been Assessed for Autism/ADHD Understanding the Conversation About Neurodiversity – Part 2
POV: Your Therapist Asks If You’ve Ever Been Assessed for Autism/ADHD Understanding the Conversation About Neurodiversity – Part 2 By Lisa Healy, Senior Accredited Psychotherapist Common Emotional Reactions to Being Viewed Through the Neurodiversity Lens If the suggestion of being identified as neurodivergent feels surprising or even upsetting, that probably makes sense. Here are […]
POV: Your Therapist Asks If You’ve Ever Been Assessed for Autism/ADHD – Understanding the Conversation About Neurodiversity -Part 1
POV: Your Therapist Asks If You’ve Ever Been Assessed for Autism/ADHD Understanding the Conversation About Neurodiversity – Part 1 By Lisa Healy, Senior Accredited Psychotherapist In this two-part blog we look into Autism and ADHD assessments and the conversation you might have which leads you to a neurodiverse assessment. Imagine this: You’re sitting across from […]
Why Executive Dysfunction Could Be the Hidden Reason Behind Your Stress and Struggles (And How to Start Feeling Better) – Part 2
Managing executive dysfunction isn’t just about working harder—it’s about working smarter. In this post, we explore practical strategies like body doubling, habit stacking, and using smart technology to make daily tasks easier. Plus, we’ll dive into the power of self-compassion and how shifting your mindset can help you overcome feelings of frustration and shame. Small steps can lead to big progress—let’s get started!
Why Executive Dysfunction Could Be the Hidden Reason Behind Your Stress and Struggles (And How to Start Feeling Better) – Part 1
Executive dysfunction can make everyday tasks feel overwhelming, leading to procrastination, disorganization, and frustration. Whether you’re struggling with task initiation, time management, or prioritization, you’re not alone. In this post, we explore what executive dysfunction is, why it happens, and practical strategies to help you manage it with compassion and confidence.
The Virtual Sanctuary of Online Therapy
The surprising benefits and advantages of attending online therapy
“I am eternally grateful to have my life back”
A client’s journey with therapy to overcome the debilitating symptoms of IBS For as long as I can remember I always had a ‘dodgy stomach’. I knew I was probably visiting the bathroom more than most and I was prone to occasional bouts of diarrhoea and loose stools. However, it didn’t impact my life greatly. […]
The psychology of Christopher Nolan films
By Brendan Clarke Senior Cognitive Behavioural Therapist I love Christopher Nolan films, partly because I’m a 30 something year-old man who spends a lot of time on IMDB and it’s the law. But also because I am a Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Therapist. Briefly, the central idea in this mode of psychotherapy is that the way […]
Perinatal mental health & unwanted intrusive thoughts
by Olive O’Grady Perinatal Psychotherapist, Compassion Focused Therapist In my work as a perinatal psychotherapist, I see a lot of new mums who experience distressing intrusive thoughts. This is a common issue during the perinatal period (pregnancy to toddler age). According to recent research, over half of new mums experience unwanted thoughts of danger or […]
Physiotherapy for dizziness & vertigo: what does it involve?
by Edel Williams Chartered Physiotherapist This is Part 2 of our series of blogs about dizziness and vertigo. If you haven’t read Part 1 – “Did you know that physiotherapy can help symptoms of vertigo” then check it out here. There is a strong body of evidence in support of physiotherapy for treatment of vestibular […]