Setting Goals
Today I want to share the G.R.O.W. Model. The G.R.O.W. Model is perhaps the most widely used coaching model around the world. This model was first promoted by Sir John Whitmore in the 1980s. I think it can be helpful…
Grief, Loss and Bereavement
Grief and loss come in many forms, whether that is the death of a loved one, terminal illness, the loss of a job position or income, children leaving home (also known as empty nest syndrome), life changes and upheavals such…
Why Dental Anxiety Prevention Matters for Mental Health Outcomes
Dental anxiety is a problem that goes way beyond a patient's reluctance to book. The psychological effect is that a person gets so scared of going to the dentist that he/she does not go, thus resulting in poor oral health,…
How does counselling work?
My philosophy of counselling is quite simple: have faith in the person and have faith in the process. It is a simple philosophy, but one which I feel has served me, and more importantly, my clients, well to date. The…
The Long Dark Night
We always seem to be in such a rush nowadays. If we want to know something, we just look at our “Smart” phones. The answer is instant- no effort is needed from us, just demand and passive consumption. We are…
States of Anxiety
States of Anxiety This was prompted by something a client said to me the other day. We were speaking of their anxiety; their understanding of the causes of it, the effects of it on their life and what they (I…
How to use meditation for Stress Relief
How to Use Meditation for Stress Relief Stress, often viewed as an inevitable portion of life by many people is a key source of wear and tear on one’s mind and body. There are many solutions recommended that could help…
Clinical Evaluation of Trauma in Survivors of Sexual Abuse
Most clinic visits start with a simple question: “What brings you in?” For some survivors of sexual abuse, answering it can feel risky. They may come in with hip or pelvic pain, headaches, jaw tension, or a shoulder that’s been…
Understanding The Rolf Method of Structural Integration in 7 steps
On The Rolf Method Tired of niggling aches and pains that won’t go away? Do you feel that you’re not moving as brilliantly as you used to? Have you lost your shine and inner sparkle? Time for an overhaul; time…
How a gratitude list can help you feel better about life
Gratitude lists are talked about a lot now. But rarely are we shown how to write a meaningful one that works. A gratitude list is a powerful thing. If you capture the things that you are grateful for and they…
Gestalt Therapy - What is it? Some explanations from a professional
When looking for psychotherapy, one cannot really know what each modality of psychotherapy really is and how one might benefit from them or not. So it is not a very informed choice... And even as experts, we sometimes struggle keeping…
Summer Newsletter
Hello and a warm welcome from Brighton! Shiatsu One of the reasons I love practising shiatsu is getting feedback like this from client who came to see me for couple of sessions last month: Just a quick follow up from…