There has been a notable surge in the number of people seeking therapy for health anxiety recently. This trend has been rising since the COVID-19 pandemic saw an increase in anxiety and depression and forced us to acknowledge the impact it has had, prompting an exploration into the complexities of growing health anxieties. What is Health Anxiety? Health anxiety refers to the overwhelming fear of being ill. This condition can severely hinder daily life and relationships, as th

Effective therapy, regardless of the method you choose, is about promoting choice and empowerment rather than mere problem-solving. The essence of effective therapeutic practice lies in enhancing your self-awareness and understanding of your own life. This deeper insight equips you to make choices that are not only healthier but also lead to a more fulfilling and healing experience. Ultimately, these informed decisions contribute significantly to your overall mental, physical

Addiction is not straight forward and when it is perceived through the lens of moral failure or as a sign of weakness it creates barriers to people seeking help. This stigmatisation promotes an environment where people feel shamed or guilt ridden, deterring them from reaching out for the support they desperately need. This perspective not only hampers personal recovery efforts but also impacts public health initiatives aimed at addressing addiction as a societal concern. To e

Panic attacks are an intense feeling of anxiety that builds, they are a form of an intense fear response which significantly amplifies the body’s typical reaction to a perceived threats. Most panic attacks typically last for about 5 to 20 minutes and can seem to come out of no where. Symptoms generally peak within the first 10 minutes. It can be possible for symptoms linger, this prolonged experience may occur if you are undergoing a subsequent panic attack or if you are faci

Toxic shame, which is often rooted in rooted in childhood, sprouts a distorted belief system that tells us we are intrinsically bad or not good enough. Toxic shame penetrates our identity and creates an actualised self-perception that is warped and destructive to our well being. Those who grapple with this feeling often harbour a persistent belief that they are inadequate or unworthy. This negative self-assessment can trigger a range of detrimental behaviours, including procr