A Psychoanalytic Perspective on Mothers, Fathers, and the Developing Self For many adult children, the word narcissistic captures something deeply felt but difficult to fully explain. It often describes a parent who could not truly see, recognise, or respond to them as…
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 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…
Poor mental health affects people of every gender, but societal expectations and cultural norms often result in unique challenges for men. While it’s a myth that men don’t struggle with their mental health, outdated ideas around masculinity discourage many men…
For many, the holiday season is a time of joy and togetherness. But for others, Christmas and the holiday season can highlight the pain of family breakups, separations, estrangements, and other difficult family endings. These experiences can make the festive…
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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