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29May

Are Rates of Eating Disorders On the Up?

Stuart Large

coronavirus, eatingdisorders

Mind

Panic buying and restrictions in supermarkets may be difficult for those with eating disorders. Writer Stuart Large shares insights from an interview with Dr Zadeh, consultant psychiatrist at South West London and St George's Mental Health Trust.
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28May

What if Going Back to Normal Isn't What You Want?

Shelley Williams

anxiety, coronavirus, depression, self

Therapists

For many, lockdown has presented fresh mental health challenges, but for others the idea of returning to 'normal' may be what is causing anxiety. Psychotherapist Shelley Williams explores why this might be, and how we can learn from our conflicted feelings.
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26May

Tony Slattery and the Lasting Impact of Childhood Trauma

Alice McGurran

abuse, addiction, alcohol, bipolar, celebrity, childhood, CSA, trauma, TV

Mind

What's the Matter with Tony Slattery? is an exploration into the complexity of mental health issues. The documentary follows Slattery as he tries to understand his mental health: what is at the root of his long-term struggles?
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26May

Meet the Therapist: Deepti Ramaswamy

Deepti Ramaswamy

meetthetherapist

Therapists

Deepti Ramaswamy is an online psychotherapist: "I wish people knew that therapy does not have to take years for people to feel better. There have been amazing developments in the field of psychotherapy and we know so much more about how the brain works, that we can achieve a lot and bring great relief in just a few weeks."
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25May

What is Biodynamic Massage Therapy?

Lindsey Nicholas

biodynamicmassage, body, massage, typesoftherapy, video

Therapists

Biodynamic massage therapy is a psycho-physiological therapy that involves touch and highlights the importance of the mind-body connection. Body psychotherapist Lindsey Nicholas explains more in this video.
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22May

The Covid-19 Pandemic: A Crash Course in Accepting Uncertainty?

Emma Kilburn

coronavirus, self, society

Mind

Life may feel more uncertain than ever at the moment, but, then again, life is always perhaps less certain than we like to believe. Teacher and trainee psychotherapist Emma Kilburn offers 5 ways to manage anxiety related to lockdown uncertainty
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22May

Are You Feeling Better in Lockdown?

Rachel Farhi

anxiety, coronavirus, depression, wellbeing

Therapists

While the mental health of many has worsened as a result of the covid-19 pandemic and lockdown, for some the change has relieved long-held feelings of depression and anxiety. Therapist Rachel Farhi explores why this might be and shares insights from her own practice.
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21May

10 Reasons Your Therapist Might Not Tell You What To Do

Rakhi Chand

experienceoftherapy, therapy

Therapists

Therapists and counsellors differ in how much direction, suggestion or opinion they offer their clients. Therapist Rakhi Chand offers 10 reasons why therapists may generally avoid telling their clients 'what to do'.
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20May

Why Do I Have Such Mixed Feelings About Coronavirus and Lockdown?

Tara Jackson

coronavirus, nature, society

Soul

You might currently be experiencing extreme highs and lows – feeling conflicted and confused about why you can see good in this situation, which is otherwise so full of pain and loss. Coach Tara Jackson reflects on her own mixed feelings related to lockdown and the Covid-19 pandemic.
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19May

7 Self-Care Tips for Working from Home During Lockdown

Gemma Harris

coronavirus, selfcare, tips, wellbeing, work

Work

Working from home, as many of us are, possibly for the first time, can bring a multitude of new challenges. Freelance journalist Gemma Harris shares her top tips for working from home during lockdown.
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