They're reflective, articulate, and insightful—yet therapy stalls. The "good client" can perform healing without experiencing it, replacing emotional processing with intellectualisation. Explore why this happens, how therapists unintentionally reinforce it, and how to move clients from performance to authentic engagement. »
Sexual wellbeing is a core part of mental health, yet it's often absent from counselling. Learn why counsellors avoid the topic, the cost of that silence, and practical, ethical ways to bring sexuality into therapeutic practice within scope. »
Resistance to change is a natural part of the coaching process, not a sign that clients lack motivation or commitment. By understanding the fears, beliefs, and comfort zones that keep people stuck, coaches can respond with curiosity, create psychological safety, and support clients in making meaningful, sustainable change. »
Many coaching clients already know what needs to change, yet awareness alone rarely leads to lasting transformation. This article explores why insight is only the first step, why action is essential for meaningful change, and how coaches can help clients bridge the gap between understanding and sustainable behavioural change. »
The Chimp Paradox, authored by Steve Peters (2013), presents a compelling exploration of the Human mind and its intricate workings. Peters, a psychiatrist most renowned for his work in elite sports psychology, introduces readers to a captivating mode...
Wendy is a 54 year old woman who has two adult children and has been married for twenty-nine years. Her husban...
Jenny has come to counselling due to strong feelings of dissatisfaction with her life. She is 48 years old, un...
Imagine this scenario: you are keen to get a particular job and an opportunity for it comes up. You prepare meticulously for the interview, but somehow, it doesn’t go well. The interviewers don’t seem to warm to you, and you know in your heart that y...
If you are supporting a family in transition, you may perceive huge differences between them and the character...
“How can I effectively motivate my patients?” This question resonates throughout the healthcare landscape. Whether you’re a physiotherapist guiding patients through rehabilitation exercises or a dietitian encouraging healthier lifestyle choices, elic...
The significance of the mental health crisis among autistic individuals cannot be overstated. A 2019 meta-anal...
Grief theories provide a conceptual base for understanding grief and loss as a process involving many common c...
Imagine this scenario: you are keen to get a particular job and an opportunity for it comes up. You prepare meticulously for the interview, but somehow, it doesn’t go well. The interviewers don’t seem to warm to you, and you know in your heart that y...
Your fitness tracker reminds you to walk away from your computer every hour to get needed movement – and then ...
95% of us procrastinate (Steel, 2010) – accruing negative consequences – despite having recognised for 500 yea...
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