I see many couples online whose relationship is in trouble following an affair. Often these couples are unsure if they want to continue with the relationship. They’re not sure if or how trust can be rebuilt. Those who decide to split up often need help figuring out how to end the relationship, while still co-parenting … Read More
Solutions
Finding Solutions to Problems – Online
Finding Solutions to problems online in solution-focused therapy When it comes to finding solutions there is no one-size-fits-all. I work with clients online. Over the course of their therapy sessions with me clients are able to find solutions to their problems that are realistic, and because their solutions fit with their lives they are easier … Read More
Online Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
I specialise in online solution-focused brief therapy working with couples, individuals, and families from around the world. Counselling online enables me to see clients from many countries and to keep my fees low. Solution-focused therapy – why clients come to my online counselling practice Clients come to see me because they are looking for a … Read More
How to keep your brain younger
It seems there’s no way out of it – exercise is good for your brain too. I posted some time back about a study concerning the beneficial effects of exercise on depression. And here, it seems, is another benefit: the brains of elderly people who exercise look 10 years younger. For the elderly it’s encouraging to know that you … Read More
Unloading Thoughts and Ideas
Have look at this link – it suggests a useful route towards capturing your thoughts and ideas; having unloaded them onto paper where you can see them, you are better able to assess them later. You never know you could be missing some gems! And here’s a tip: it’s also an excellent way to reduce stress and anxiety. So unload … Read More
Three Good Things
This article explains how focussing on Three Good Things – that is, 3 positive things that happened at work – that day, can be helpful and therapeutic. It doesn’t advocate relentless cheerfulness or positivity -acknowledging that negative things also happen at work each day – but suggests that always focussing on the negative need not be our first response. Focussing … Read More
Mistakes are Good
Mistakes are good: http://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2015/06/the-s-word/397205/?utm_source=pocket&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=pockethits —
Anxiety, Phobias, Panic Attacks, Depression
One of my specialisms is helping clients who have anxiety. Anxiety, phobias, panic attacks and depression often work hand in glove. These are sometimes set off by a current life event or can be more long term with no obvious reason for their onset. When anxiety starts to affect life negatively and goes beyond the ordinary … Read More
Give Your Brain a Workout
Give your brain a workout by learning to play an instrument. According to the linked article learning to play an instrument improves attention to detail, enables better memory, and aids the building of strategic skills, amongst other benefits. Many of my clients (both young and old) wish to expand their lives and find ways of meeting other people, … Read More
Don’t Break the Chain
Happy new year. Don’t break the chain: I thought you may be interested in this idea of inch by inch progress. It was advice given by Jerry Seinfeld to a comic who was asking for tips on how to make it in the industry. I was struck by how well it fits with the solution-focused approach … Read More