Written by Freya Lawlor Person-Centred Counsellor 16+ Bristol Counselling and Psychotherapy It’s 11pm, the lights are off, the house is finally quiet…and your brain picks that exact moment to remind you about the email you haven’t answered, the meeting tomorrow,…
Angelique da Silva Angelique is a psychodynamic therapist practising from a psychoanalytic perspective, with a particular focus on how early relational experiences—beginning as early as the prenatal stage—shape emotional development. Her work centres on the unconscious mind, supporting clients…
Written by Angelique da Silva Psychodynamic Therapist There is a question people often ask therapists, sometimes directly and sometimes silently: Why did you become a therapist? It is a deceptively simple question. The kind of question that sounds as though…
The festive season is often hailed as “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for those living with an eating disorder, it can feel like an overwhelming and isolating challenge. Christmas is deeply rooted in traditions of indulgent meals,…
Mental Health Collaboration – Join Us! At Bristol Counselling and Psychotherapy, we recognise that mental health encompasses a vast spectrum of challenges, intricately woven into the fabric of individuals’ lives. It is not a solitary battle; it is a collective…
In the intricate tapestry of human existence, the threads of trauma often weave themselves across generations, leaving indelible marks on the collective psyche of societies worldwide. Generational trauma, the transmission of trauma from one generation to the next, is a…
I’m an integrative therapist with a person-centred background. What does that actually mean? As a person-centred psychotherapist, I believe that every client is an expert in their own life. You are the one who lives in your head 24 hours…
Unconscious Family dynamics among siblings can be complex and multifaceted. Even when raised in the same household with the same parents, each child often develops a unique role within the family structure. Three common roles are the scapegoat, the idealised…
Binge eating disorder and bulimia nervosa are serious conditions that require professional help and treatment. Binge and purge distraction techniques alone are not sufficient for managing these disorders. However, if you’re looking for some coping strategies to help redirect your…
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