Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Coping with Winter Blues
Do you find yourself feeling increasingly low as the days get shorter? Perhaps you've noticed a pattern where your mood dips during the autumn and winter months, leaving you feeling tired, unmotivated, or struggling to enjoy activities you normally love? As a counsellor working with people online and from my practice in West London, Oxford […]
Understanding AI’s Limitations: What a Tragic Case Teaches Us About Digital Mental Health
Have you been following the heartbreaking news about the teenager whose family is suing OpenAI after his suicide? Are you concerned about how AI technology might be affecting mental health support? As a counsellor working with people online and from my practice in West London, Oxford and Cheltenham, this tragic case highlights something I've been […]
The Loneliness Epidemic: Why Human Connection Matters More Than Ever
Have you noticed feeling more isolated lately, despite being more "connected" than ever through technology? Are you concerned about a young person in your life who seems to prefer digital interactions over face-to-face relationships? As a counsellor working with people online and from my practice in West London, Oxford and Cheltenham, I've witnessed a profound […]
When Life Feels Unbearable: Understanding and Coping with Suicidal Thoughts
Have you been having thoughts about ending your life? Perhaps these thoughts frighten you, leaving you feeling ashamed and unable to tell anyone what's going through your mind. Maybe you're wondering if you're going mad or feeling guilty about having such thoughts when others care about you. As a counsellor working with people online and from my practice in West London, Oxford and Cheltenham, I want you to know that having suicidal thoughts doesn't make you weak, selfish, or broken, it makes you human in pain.