by Lauren Bragg | Dec 7, 2023 | Therapy News
A common thread with all my clients is that they are looking for long term impactful change. They don’t want to be patched up and sent on their way only to fall back into old habits a month or so down the line. Many have had counselling or psychotherapy before with...
by Lauren Bragg | Nov 27, 2023 | Therapy News
The question of “Who I am?” is an excellent existential question that we have probably have all asked ourselves at some point in our lives. There is no one answer to this question that will apply to everyone. Ultimately, the answer is a life-long journey, not a...
by Lauren Bragg | Nov 20, 2023 | Therapy News
In 2016, I suffered a psychotic episode following a breakup with my ex-girlfriend. This resulted in me being sectioned and having to spend 4 weeks in a psychiatric ward. Despite being traumatising, I see it as a blessing in disguise because I needed the intervention...
by Lauren Bragg | Nov 8, 2023 | Therapy News
Hi All, I provide a safe and warm space to enable clients to explore issues. This is always a confidential place where non judgemental discussion can happen. This is definitely a journey in my view of self discovery which helps people understand themselves better by...
by Lauren Bragg | Oct 30, 2023 | Therapy News
Follow these simple steps: To regulate your autonomic nervous state from a fight/flight hyper arousal, breathe in your nose for the count of four, hold it for the count of three and let it go by exhaling through your mouth for the count of seven. Repeat for several...
by Lauren Bragg | Oct 23, 2023 | Therapy News
Introduction: Hello and welcome to my ‘Who am I Blog’ on TherapyFinders. My name is Brent, and I am a licensed therapist with a focus on Trauma. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the complexities of life, from dealing with stress and...
by Lauren Bragg | Oct 11, 2023 | Therapy News
As a mum who’s parented a child with OCD, I learnt the hard way how essential getting the right help can be when it comes to managing childhood OCD. Before getting access to professional therapy, I was doing all the wrong things when it came to tackling OCD,...
by Lauren Bragg | Oct 6, 2023 | Therapy News
I’m guessing it’s my age and the photo I use on my listings but I have started to see many clients in my room struggling with the feelings of loss that an empty nest can bring. I think we look for a therapist who we feel will understand our situation and ‘‘get us’....
by Lauren Bragg | Oct 3, 2023 | Therapy News
Talking about grief and loss is never easy. Whether your child has experienced the bereavement of a close family member or friend, has lost a much-loved pet, or has never experienced such loss, I want to encourage you to have conversations about grief and loss with...
by Lauren Bragg | Sep 25, 2023 | Therapy News
As a Psychotherapist, I’ve had to have my fair share of therapy. Some of it by choice, and some of it because it was a requirement of the course I studied. Given that I studied a 5 year course that enabled me to become accredited with the British Association of...
by Lauren Bragg | Sep 19, 2023 | Therapy News
The natural environment and experiencing the outdoors has beneficial qualities which can bring you into the present moment. Feeling your senses of sight, touch, smell, hearing and perhaps tasting if berries or nuts are available, can let you bring your attention to...
by Lauren Bragg | Sep 12, 2023 | Therapy News
Having completed a Masters in Change Management, I found I was ready to make some changes in my own life so, when I came across the Human Givens’ approach, I signed up immediately, qualifying in 2001 as one of the first Human Givens therapists in the world. Having...
by Lauren Bragg | Sep 5, 2023 | Therapy News
When we embark on the beautiful adventure of having a family, it can become a challenge to find the right balance between having a life with the whole family and a work life balance as well as time alone. The joy of having children can sometimes become overwhelming...
by Lauren Bragg | Aug 29, 2023 | Therapy News
Hey, I’m Emily. I’ve been a therapist for a few years now and it’s always been something that I have worked towards as I know it has helped me throughout my life when I’ve faced different challenges and just as a way to understand myself better too. It’s amazing to...
by Lauren Bragg | Aug 21, 2023 | Therapy News
What is self-esteem? Self-esteem is a person’s reflection of himself or herself. It is related to self-worth, confidence and how we value ourselves. Sense of self-worth is usually seen as quite stable, while self-esteem can change due to circumstances. Healthy...
by Lauren Bragg | Aug 14, 2023 | Therapy News
Every therapist has a unique origin story, and mine begins with a bout of relentless insomnia. Picture this: 25 years of staring at the ceiling in frustration and tears, wondering “Why can’t I fall asleep like everyone else?!” But just as the...
by Lauren Bragg | Aug 7, 2023 | Therapy News
In today’s fast-paced world, many individuals battle various mental and emotional challenges that can significantly impact their well-being. Whether it’s dealing with burnout, unresolved trauma, struggling to lose weight, experiencing sleep disturbances,...
by Lauren Bragg | Aug 7, 2023 | Therapy News
Have you lost your job, a pet, friendship, or are grieving? Grief is a natural response to loss. It’s the emotional suffering you feel when something or someone you love is taken away. Often, the pain of loss can feel overwhelming. You may experience all kinds of...