Working Hard On Core Beliefs

My clients have been doing some serious work lately.... leading to a few AHA moments. There have been some exciting times in my practice in the last few weeks...

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The Value Of Assignments In Therapy Cannot Be Understated

One of my clients said to me the other day that she had seen many therapists but no-one like me. While I was still trying to work out whether this was a compliment or not,...

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Loss Is A Key Element Of Depression

Life is such that we never get all that we want and this is probably just as well. When we taste some amount of success, we are usually rightly elated for a short time...

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Dealing With Internal Conflict: A Case Study Part 2: Leadership And Action

What is the point of therapy unless there is a clear measurable goal? A question I have often asked myself and one that I am sure many people who seek therapy ask themselves too...

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How Codependency Can Make You Sick

I believe firmly that it is only a matter of time before codependency becomes a recognised disorder. As discussed many times by this author...

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Look To Neglectful Parenting For Codependency Issues

We can all imagine the effects on children if they are abused or have to deal with addicted parents. It guarantees that the subsequent adult will experience a tough time...

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Depression Now The Most Common Illness In The UK Seen By GPs: More Resources Urgently Required.

In 2012, I took part in a radio show that looked at the Reality of Depression and how loved ones could help sufferers in times of need.  We suggested in the show that depression would be the number one treated illness by 2020...

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Watch The Narcissist Who Flies Under The Radar

The typical image of a narcissist is one who sucks the air out of a room. He or she is the centre of attention and demands centre stage...

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Should Your Spouse Be Involved In Your Therapy?

I know, this flies in the face of all we know and accept about client-therapist dynamics and the therapeutic process. But let's face it, therapy is hard work...

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Thinking Of Yourself Is Not Narcissism: Your Needs Are Important And It Starts With You

There is a fine line between meeting your own needs in a healthy sense and expecting to take everything around you...

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