Blog Posts
Navigating grief during the Christmas period
During my time working with bereavement, I saw how many different, and often conflicting, emotions the Christmas period brought up for my clients. As with
Common Misconceptions About Art Therapy: A Therapist’s Perspective on Working with Children and Young Adults
Art therapy is a powerful form of self-expression that offers children and young adults a unique way to process emotions, challenges, and experiences that are
Sleep Hygiene and Mental Health
When it comes to maintaining our mental health and overall well-being, sleep is one crucial aspect that may often be overlooked. We have all experienced
6 realistic and simple tips for self-care
Sometimes, taking care of ourselves can seem like a daunting task, especially since we’re exposed to so much information about what to do and what
Nurturing a Positive Mindset During Exam Season: Self-Care and Mindfulness for Teens and Young Adults
As a psychotherapist specialising in working with teenagers and young adults, I understand the unique pressures that come with exam periods. The stress, anxiety, and
How affirmations can help children and young people with their anxiety
The way we speak to ourselves can have a big impact on our mood, our self-concept (the way we feel about ourselves), and our mental
Press
Lockdown-easing: “Why am I behaving like my teenage self all of a sudden? – Stylist Magazine
How student drug-taking reached new highs (and lows) in lockdown – The Sunday Times Magazine
Media
Big T, Little T Trauma (Podcast)
A podcast with our Trauma Specialist Lucinda Gordon-Lennox and Pipa Gordon for her podcast, ‘Inside My Wardrobe’. An excerpt from Pipa: ‘What is trauma? How
How do we best support school-aged children with their mental health? (Webinar)
Robert was invited to speak to parents at Keystone Tutors on supporting children with their mental health. Topics include: what issues and needs children are
Breathe (Video)
Caroline takes us through how we can feel after taking a deep breath, and has included a video on how we can fully do this
Understanding Eating Disorders (Podcast)
TRCs Michelle Scott speaks to Pipa Gordon about people’s relationship to food and their bodies. Michelle defines what an eating disorder is, and how we
Finding Your Space (Video)
Emily Phillips, TRC Edinburgh, guides us through this gentle breath and voice exercise aimed at helping us find some space. Take a break from the
Understanding Body Image (Video)
Caroline Toshack, TRC Edinburgh, guides us through what lockdown may have brought our body image. Is isolation encouraging feelings of ‘not good enough’? Take these
