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,…
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…
Written by Angelique da Silva As January arrives, so does a familiar cultural message: new year, new you. Gyms advertise transformations, social media fills with goal lists, and conversations turn to what we’ll do better this year. While intention-setting can…
Written by Beatriz Colomer Leaving home is rarely a simple story. As a Spanish woman who left my country over a decade ago and has lived in different countries since, I know firsthand that migration can be both deeply…
Written by Cait McClarin Many of us have inner voices which chide and criticise, known as our inner critic. This can be highly distressing and seriously negatively affect our self-esteem. In counselling and therapy we may begin to gain an…
Written by Angelique da Silva Over the years in my work as a therapist, I’ve seen how deeply healing it can be when client’s brings photographs in therapy sessions. A simple image—perhaps a childhood birthday party, a school photo, or…
Written by Maria Vellanz A friend of mine recently said to me, “It seems like ADHD is everywhere now”. In the last 25 years, awareness of ADHD is present now more than ever before. In a UCL conducted study from…
Boarding schools have been a significant part of British education for centuries, often seen as institutions of privilege, discipline, and academic excellence. However, beyond their reputation, these schools can have profound psychological effects on those who attend them, particularly regarding…
Mental health over the holidays is important to consider due to the added stress, societal expectations, and even feelings of loneliness or grief. Here are some practical Tips For Coping With Your Mental health Over The Holidays: 1. Set Realistic…
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…
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