The Truth About Self-Care (It’s Not What Instagram Says It Is)
What is the truth about self-care? Let’s be honest: mainstream self-care advice has become… well, a little bland. Scroll through social media and you’ll see perfect flat-lays of bubble baths, beige candles, curated skincare routines, and luxury products. Not only do you need to practice self-care, but you also need to use 15 different hashtags […]
AI Therapy vs Human Connection:
Can AI Replace Therapy? Thoughts on the BBC Radio 2 Discussion Today, I caught wind of an intriguing segment on BBC Radio 2, where they talked about AI being used instead of therapy. It’s part of their wider Wellbeing Week, and the discussion, led by Tina Daheley, looked at the growing use of AI chatbots […]
What to do when someone pushes back on your boundaries.
So we’re going to talk today about what you can do when someone pushes back on your boundaries. I want you to start with acknowledging how hard it can be to actually start setting boundaries when it’s new, it’s really hard too. For the people around you, the fact that you’re setting boundaries is also […]
Supporting Someone in Therapy
Supporting someone in therapy can be challenging but rewarding. It’s vital to ask them what specific support they need and provide practical assistance. Equally important is to maintain your own wellbeing to ensure you can offer help effectively. Respect their privacy, normalize seeking help, and be a non-judgmental presence. For more guidance, consider joining the Inner Circle newsletter.
How long will you have to have counselling for?
Knowing how long will you have to have counselling for is tricky! It’s something that isn’t spoken about a lot in counselling. I think this is highlighted more recently within the UK, especially when people go to their GP for counselling. When you want to have some support for your mental health there are […]