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How the brain and nervous system shape our experience
When I was young, my parents would often tell me to “take a deep breath” when I was overwhelmed or upset. It’s good, well-meaning advice that I basically never took. I guess I didn’t see the point at the time. Later, when I was in…
Read moreOne of the most common things I hear from clients is some version of: "I don't know why I reacted like that. It just happened and I wish it didn’t." Their partner raised their voice and suddenly their mind went blank. Their child had a…
Read moreIf you've ever looked into counselling, you've probably come across the term "person-centred." It's one of the most widely practised approaches in the UK, and it's the foundation of how I work. But what does it actually mean in practice — and why does it…
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