Coaching or Peer support is an essential element of the care provided by Portobello Behavioural Health, but how can it help? Coaching to assist with mental health recovery has gained recognition as a valuable component of comprehensive care. While it is important to note that research in this area i...
If you experience feelings of shame you know it can be a truly painful experience, often accompanied by a complex range of emotions. Shame prefers to be hidden in the all too familiar dark, away from those who could expose it. And exposing that darkness can feel overwhelming: if we’ve been wounded b...
Contemplating starting therapy can be an overwhelming prospect. The reason you’re likely thinking about it is because you’re struggling with some areas in your life. You may be apprehensive disclosing your inner most thoughts and feelings to someone you’ve never met before. If you search for a couns...
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is a powerful therapeutic approach that combines cognitive-behavioural techniques with elements of mindfulness and acceptance. Developed by esteemed psychologist Marsha M. Linehan, DBT aims to equip individuals with the essential skills needed to effectively manag...
Our therapists are practitioners of relational psychotherapy and believe in this as a basis to build upon and incorporate other elements of therapy. Relational therapy is an approach to psychotherapy that emphasises the importance of the therapeutic relationship in promoting healing and growth. It r...
Relationships are an intricate dance between two individuals, and sometimes, even the strongest bonds can face challenges. In such moments, couples therapy can be a transformative tool to navigate difficulties, enhance communication, and strengthen the foundation of the relationship. Through a tailo...
Starting therapy is a courageous decision, but it can also be overwhelming and intimidating. If you're considering therapy or have been contemplating taking that first step, here are some valuable insights that I wish I had known before beginning my own therapeutic journey.
