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We like to believe that we are the sole authors of our lives, that our habits, choices and beliefs are purely our own. But when we look a little more closely, that idea begins to unravel. The truth is that…
The vulnerable musings of a shameful man. On a chilly spring night, full moon, reflecting... Year 5 of opening the door to the art of self reflection, defences high, humour at full pelt, blissfully unaware of the pain that lies…
Most people come to Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) knowing a little about hypnotherapy. What surprises them is discovering just how much more is woven into it. RTT isn’t a single tool. It’s a carefully crafted combination of some of the…
Does this sound like your story? It was mine. It was some time ago that I needed to find my first therapist, yes I said first. I found the process rather daunting at the time, adding to my requirement or…
The Impact of Male Anger in Relationships: What’s Really Happening Beneath the Surface Anger is one of the most misunderstood emotions in relationships. Many couples arrive in therapy believing anger is the problem. However, in my experience, anger is rarely…
Let’s start with what EFT tapping is EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) is a gentle technique that involves tapping with your fingertips on specific points on the face and upper body. It’s often described as “acupuncture without needles,” as it works…
Autism affects how children process information, communicate with others, and respond to their surroundings. These differences can create unique challenges in traditional classroom settings and at home. For parents who notice their child struggles with certain aspects of school, it…
Kids need to move. Their bodies are built to run, jump, climb, and play throughout the day. These activities do more than just burn energy. They help children build the large muscle groups in their arms, legs, and core that…
Self-care has evolved from a trendy hashtag into something much more meaningful. It’s no longer just about bubble baths and candles it’s about intentionally making time to restore your energy, reset your mind, and reconnect with yourself. And when it…
Chi Kung, Cancer and Homeopathy. Writing this short article between Christmas and New Year 25/26 I sit in the deepest yin period of the year. I sit with the gentle hiss of the gas fire (yang) to my right…
The last weeks have been about grief, in unexpected ways. Sat at the end of a table of strangers at a potluck dinner, I ended up in a conversation with a man in his late 50s that led us to…
Over the past twenty-five years or so I’ve explored a fair few wellbeing practices — yoga, meditation, energy work, breathwork, and various contemplative traditions. Some practices have stayed with me, others have quietly fallen away over time. Shamanic journeying is…