Articles by Lisa Daitz

23Jan

Trauma Responses: Understanding Your Window of Tolerance

Lisa Daitz

complexptsd, PTSD, stress, trauma

Therapists

Our past experiences and trauma affect what is called our Window of Tolerance – the space in which we feel capable and comfortable. Psychotherapist Lisa Daitz explains how this concept can increase your self-understanding
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23Nov

How EMDR Can Help in Cases of Complex Grief

Lisa Daitz

bereavement, emdr, grief, loss

Therapists

Bereavement and grief has a significant emotional and physical impact. Sometimes the grieving process gets stuck, called complex grief – here psychotherapist Lisa Daitz explores how EMDR may help.
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17Oct

Why Is Autumn Such a Popular Time of Year for Therapy?

Lisa Daitz

autumn, change, seasons, selfcare

Therapists

Autumn is a time of transition and change – some find it comforting, for others it represents a move into darker months. Psychotherapist Lisa Daitz explores why this time of year sees so many people coming to therapy.
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11Jul

Why Do I Get Anxious About Going On Holiday?

Lisa Daitz

anxiety, existentialism, holidays, panic, panicattacks, philosophy

Therapists

Summer holidays are meant to be relaxing, fun, something to look forward to – but what if they provoke anxiety and panic? Psychotherapist Lisa Daitz explores this phenomenon from an existential perspective.
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14Jun

How Parents Can Manage Anxiety Around Teenagers Becoming Independent

Lisa Daitz

family, parenting, teenagers, teens

Therapists

After exams, teens might embark upon their first trips away from home; these rites of passage might trigger anxiety in parents. Therapist Lisa Daitz offers some tips for constructive conversations with your teenager.
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03Jun

Meet the therapist: Lisa Daitz

Lisa Daitz

meetthetherapist

Therapists

Lisa Daitz is a therapist in North London and online: "Existential therapy increases our understanding. As this happens, choices reveal themselves, where previously none appeared to exist. As choices appear so too does the opportunity for change."
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04May

How to Cope with Exam Anxiety: Tips for Anxious Students

Lisa Daitz

anxiety, parenting, student, teenagers, tips, youth

Therapists

Exam season is nearly here – for many, the pressures of revising and fears of failure provoke anxiety. Therapist Lisa Daitz offers anxiety-soothing techniques and urges anxious students to embrace the power of Plan B.
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07Apr

Feeling Anxious Now Spring is Here? You’re Not Alone

Lisa Daitz

anxiety, lockdown, seasons, socialanxiety

Therapists

Spring means longer days and warmer weather; it also generally means more time out and about socialising. If this fills you with dread, you aren't alone. Psychotherapist Lisa Daitz explains why spring is the most common period clients seek out therapy.
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