Boredom & Mental Health: Why Unstructured Time is Both Good & Challenging
It is safe to say that our lives have become very structured, from calendars and routines being filled quickly with work, school or life demands,…
Rest: The Reboot We Forget We Need
As a counselling psychologist, I’ve noticed a theme that often emerges around this time of year. By July, many of us have been running on…
How to Cope When Your Therapist Goes on Holiday
It’s completely normal and valid to feel upset, angry or sad when your therapist goes on holiday. It makes sense to feel a sense of…
Screen Time and Mental Health: Finding the Right Balance
Screens are an unavoidable part of modern life. From schoolwork and socialising to gaming, scrolling, and streaming, a lot of our day happens on a…
Online Friendships vs. Real-Life Connections: Finding Balance in a Digital World
It’s never been easier to connect with others in the digital world and many of us are forming and maintaining friendships online. These connections can…
The Impact of Social Media on Teen Mental Health
Social media and its influence on teen mental health has become an increasing concern for both parents and clinicians. It might be tempting to ignore…
Food and Mood – The Connection Between Nutrition and Mental Wellbeing
We all know that food fuels our bodies — but what we often overlook is how much it also fuels our minds. This blog explores…
The Role of Nature in Boosting Mental Wellbeing
When so much of life happens at a fast pace, behind screens and indoors, it's easy to forget how vital the natural world is to…
How to manage exam stress without burning out
We all remember that one person in class who never seemed stressed about upcoming exams or even if they were, managed to hide what they…
