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 Claire Bosanquet For many people living with type 1 diabetes, the ongoing management often feels wearying. Every meal requires calculations: how many carbohydrates are in the food, how many units of insulin to take, whether exercise before or…
Written by Adriana Dorsett – our individual and couples therapist For a couple of years I have heard people talking about emotional intelligence, to which I have been both intrigued, and confused. Somehow, the words Emotional Intelligence seem triggering, like another incomprehensible slur being chucked about…
Parenting young children can feel overwhelming in today’s world. With endless advice on social media and shelves full of “how-to” books, it can be hard to know what’s truly helpful — or even “normal.” Our Infant & Preschool Parent Support…
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…
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…
As a parent, it’s natural to worry about your child’s well-being. Understanding when your child might need mental health support is crucial for their overall development and happiness. Children can experience a range of emotional and behavioural issues, just like…
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…
Hi, my name is Akin and I am an integrative therapist. My practice is an integration of psychodynamic, person-centred and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). In your search for a therapist, you may have noticed that there are several options available,…
I am a UK trained, experienced psychodynamic therapist. So, who am I? I had 6 years of core professional counselling training (4 in individual therapy at Wessex Counselling and Psychotherapy, in Somerset and 2 in couples counselling at Tavistock Relations,…
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