Therapy in focus blogs
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Doing good does you good
Being kind to others is good for your own wellbeing. Why not try some random acts of kindness?
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How breathing can reduce stress and anxiety
Thinking about trying mindful breathing to manage stress? Read our blog to find out how
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Three breathing techniques to try
Our therapist Denise demonstrates some ancient breathing techniques and gives tips on intention setting.
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How to manage virtual meeting fatigue
Find our top tips on managing the overwhelm caused by too many virtual meetings.
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Watch: "I waited 40 years before asking for support"
Peter explains how having talking therapy treatment has made a difference to his phobias
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How to cut back on alcohol for your mental health
Sometimes drinking can 'creep up' on us and we find ourselves drinking more than we'd like - and too often
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Watch: "I thought therapy would be like in the movies"
Amedeo explains how therapy helped him learn skills to make positive changes in his life.
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Tips for dealing with change
Sometimes life changes can be tough to deal with. Read our tips about coping with change...
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How to improve wellbeing when working from home
With blurred boundaries between work and home life, read our top tips to improve your wellbeing.
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How to be mindful about using social media
Our therapist, Chloe, gives tips on how to stay mindful when using social media
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My story: "CBT gave me back control of my diabetes"
CBT has helped Nikita, from Wraysbury, feel in-control of her condition for the first time.
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How therapy can relieve IBS
Therapy can treat the physical symptoms of IBS. But that doesn’t mean its all in your head.
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Five ways to get more active
Exercise is important for our mental health. Here's our tips to help you get motivated.
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Five signs of anxiety to watch out for
Some of the signs of stress and anxiety be subtle to begin with, but you can still get treatment and support
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I am from a diverse background. Is therapy for me?
Our therapist Noor explains how we support people from diverse backgrounds.
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How to handle exam stress
Here's our tips to help you feel calmer and more in control during exam season.
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Mental health and the menopause
Talking therapy can treat the physical and mental symptoms of the menopause.
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Watch: “Therapy has made me see life in a different way"
Diana describes how getting therapy helped her change her perspective for the better.
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Five tips for managing grief and loss
Our counsellor Michele describes how grief and loss can affect you and gives advice on managing and seeking help
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Five reasons to seek therapy in later life
As we age, life brings its own unique set of challenges such as health concerns, retirement or loneliness..
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Wellbeing for new and soon-to-be parents
Having a baby is life changing. Read our tips on how to maintain your wellbeing while you adjust.
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Five ways to boost your motivation
We all experience times when we feel low. Our therapist Shannon shares five top tips to help with motivation
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Five ways to improve your sleep
Whether you have trouble getting to sleep or staying asleep, here's our tips for getting forty winks.
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What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)?
Our therapist, Chloe, breaks down what Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is and how it can help you.
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Watch: "I had this big fear of being judged"
Marrium was reluctant to start therapy but she is so glad that she took that first step
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Cancer and your mental health
This World Cancer Day (4 February 2024), our therapist Dr Abi Wroe shares her mental wellbeing tips..
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Four ways to feel more in control of your worries
Do you find yourself lost in thought spirals of worries? Try our four tips to keep worries in check...
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Five ways to keep your stress under control
We all have stress but here's our top tips for managing when things feel too much.