Therapy

You’re thirty-five and thinking about your mental health for the first time in your life. All of those times you heard the phrase “wellness,” or “work-life balance,” have finally paid off. Excellent news. Mental health care is a great way to improve the overall quality of your life. Most people can benefit from some sort […]

Recognizing when you need support for your mental health can be challenging, but it’s crucial for your well-being. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unable to cope with daily stressors, consider the possibility that therapy might be beneficial for you. This article is going to explore signs that it may be time to seek […]

Feeling stuck or overwhelmed can be a common part of life. Yet, when these feelings linger and start to affect your day-to-day activities, it might be time to consider seeking help. If you’re pondering whether therapy could be the right step for you, know that you’re not alone in this thought. Therapy offers a space to […]

One key fact about mindfulness is that it’s the core of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), a proven effective method in improving emotional well-being by teaching us how to effectively manage emotions and distressful thoughts. This article will guide you through mastering ‘mindfulness of current thoughts,’ an essential DBT skill. We’ll explore simple techniques to observe and let go of […]

Do you ever come across a situation when you feel trapped by thoughts that make you act in ways that do not help? Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) provides a workable and scientific method of overcoming this behaviour pattern to live a life worth living. Through various exercises, ACT can help us become more accepting […]

This post was developed via a partnership with BetterHelp. Have you ever started doodling without even thinking about it? After a little bit of doodling in the margins of your piece of paper, you can return to the subject at hand. Without even trying, you may have started to feel a little bit calmer and […]

Deciding to seek help from a therapist can be daunting, especially with so many types available. Did you know there are over 18 different types of therapists, each specialising in various aspects of mental health? This guide will demystify the spectrum of therapists and their approaches to care, ensuring you can find the perfect match for your needs. Discover your path to better […]

This post was developed via a partnership with BetterHelp. Have you seen an image or scene in a movie that you kept replaying in your mind? Even if it’s an unpleasant image from a show, some images can be hard to get out of our heads. But when someone is experiencing PTSD, the effects can […]

This post was developed via a partnership with BetterHelp. When someone is experiencing substance use disorder (SUD), it’s common to also receive a diagnosis of a mental illness. Conversely, it’s also quite common for someone experiencing mental illness to receive a substance use disorder diagnosis. Receiving a diagnosis of substance use disorder as well as […]

This post was developed via a partnership with BetterHelp. Imagine having a smoke alarm system that goes off every time you start cooking in your kitchen. Even though the system is designed to go off when smoke arises due to a fire, the system goes off even when you’re boiling water. Pretty soon, you may […]