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Polyvagal Theory and the Safe and Sound Protocol
Polyvagal Theory, pioneered by neuroscientistDr. Stephen Porges, offers a profound understanding of the intricate interplay between our nervous system and social behaviour.
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Schizophrenia Misunderstood
There are often many misconceptions about schizophrenia and having worked with several clients impacted, it has become clear to me how much they suffer from negative perceptions in society. That is why is important to raise awareness, help to reduce the stigma and discrimination faced by those with...
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Trust the Process
As a newly qualified therapist in 2004, I was curious and fascinated by all aspects of psychology and was particularly interested in learning creative ways of accessing the unconscious to develop a greater insight and understanding of issues that might block or hinder my personal growth.
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Empowering Maternal Mental Health
Maternal Health Awareness week aims to raise awareness of mental health problems that can affect women during pregnancy and after birth. As much as 1 in 5 women experience mental health problems during the perinatal period which, if left untreated, can have a significant and long-lasting impact on m...
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Camino Pilgrimage
In 814, the discovery of St. James's tomb in Spain marked the beginning of Santiago de Compostela's significance as a pilgrimage destination for the entire European continent. Over time, the popularity of the pilgrimage has fluctuated, experiencing a substantial revival in the 20th century, largely ...
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Conversations With My Daughters
I remember sitting in the car post-school pick-up blasting Beyoncé’s “Run the World (girls)” with my two daughters in the backseat (ages 7 and 9) when the news came in that Roe vs Wade was being overturned in America.
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