Meet our Therapists!
All of our therapists are experienced professionals with extensive experience of working with clients like you. They understand that every client is an individual with his or her own unique issues, and will listen without being judgemental. Many of our online therapists also have traditional counselling or psychotherapy practices, and you can choose to work with them face-to-face if you prefer....
Read MoreThe Psychological Cost of Recession and Recovery
There is growing evidence of the high psychological cost of recession, with many families facing an uncertain future due to unemployment, redundancy or reduced incomes. A recent survey by mental health charity Mind found that 10% of the 2000 people questioned had approached their GPs as a result of their economic circumstances, mainly suffering with depression. They found that men, in particular,...
Read MoreHow Stress and Anxiety Create Physical Symptoms
Stress and anxiety can trigger a range of physical symptoms, including diarrhea, gas, cramps, heartburn, bloating and nausea. The Sensitive Gut, a new report from Harvard Health Publications highlights the close link between stress and gastrointestinal symptoms in many people. Although it’s important to check any unusual or uncomfortable symptoms with your GP, the authors’ note that where...
Read MoreUnderstanding Anxiety
Anxiety can be described as a feeling of unease, worry or fear. We all experience anxiety at times, for example before a job interview or big event. While a certain level of anxiety can be helpful, for example feeling anxious before an exam might make you more alert and improve your performance, too much anxiety can lead to a range of psychological and physical symptoms. Psychological...
Read MoreRichard Reid
Counsellor and Psychotherapist Richard has Postgraduate Diplomas in Counselling & Hypno-Psychotherapy, Diploma in Eating Disorders, Certificates in CBT and Stress Management, EMDR Parts I, II & III, EFT Parts I & II, NLP Practitioner, Diploma in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. He is a Member of General Hypnotherapy Register. Richard notes “I take an holistic approach; often blending...
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