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Using sound to impact mood A wonderful conversation recently reminded me of the power of sound to affect a person’s mental state.  Music,...

If you’re thinking of working with a therapist, it’s a good idea to be clear about what is prompting you, and what you want to have...

“In order for a child to become kind, giving and empathetic, he needs to be treated that way…A child raised with love wants to make those...

I recently received this very useful list of websites and contact for mental health and wellbeing in the Darlington area.  Please spread...

‘To behold all beings with the eye of compassion, and to speak kindly to them, is the meaning of tenderness…Whenever one speaks kindly to...

Happy New Year! As one year has ended and 2024 begins, it’s a good time to reflect and look forwards. A year is a long time, with many...

I am often asked by clients how to manage when feelings become overwhelming. There are many ways to calm your nervous system and come...

“The inability to receive support from others is a trauma response. Your “I don’t need anyone, I’ll just do it myself” conditioning is a...

If you’re thinking of working with a therapist, it’s a good idea to be clear about what is prompting you, and what you want to have...

With the summer holiday now most likely a distant memory, it’s a really good time to be reflecting on your relationship with unwinding...

In the process of moving home, I’ve come across all sorts of things that I had not looked at in a while. Two particular treasures were...

For many people, life is chaotic. If it’s not one thing it’s another, and it can feel like you’re riding a roller-coaster on a daily...

I’ve had a number of experiences recently where I have found myself doing things that were way out of my previous comfort zone. I’m...

“Offer what you have to offer Offer it with love Let go of having it work” I heard this lovely sentiment many, many years ago at an NLP...

“Offer what you have to offer Offer it with love Let go of having it work” I heard this lovely sentiment many, many years ago at an NLP...

I’ve had a number of experiences recently where I have found myself doing things that were way out of my previous comfort zone. I’m...

It’s the holiday season, and I’ve been lucky enough to spend more time than usual with my family. One of the things I have really...

I just love this quote from Lao Tsu, it speaks so eloquently of the human experience. When we encounter difficulties we just want them...

It’s a lovely moment in therapy when a client suddenly gains a new perspective. Oftentimes, the pain that brings people to see me is...

I’ve been noticing of late the tendency for people to attribute the source of pain and suffering to be outside of themselves. It may be...