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16/07/2026

Sometimes our biggest emotional reactions aren’t really about what’s happening today. They’re echoes of painful experiences that our brain never had the chance to fully process.

Those stuck painful experiences don’t have to be the “big” traumas we think of. They can be years of criticism, bullying, feeling rejected, growing up walking on eggshells, difficult relationships, or often feeling like you weren’t enough.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) works by helping your brain “re-file” painful memories so they no longer feel so heavy and dictate your present.

Our EMDR therapist’s always first figure out if EMDR is right for you, and then prepare you to process these memories safely. Something people often find reassuring is that you don’t have to retell or relive every detail of what happened to benefit from EMDR.

While EMDR is known for treating trauma, it is also effective for anxiety, perfectionism, low self-worth, relationship difficulties, phobias, shame, and many of the emotional patterns that begin with life’s smaller but deeply impactful experiences.

As those memories are reprocessed you may notice that long-held beliefs begin to soften. “I’m not enough” becomes “I am worthy.” “I am scared” becomes “I am safe now.” These aren’t affirmations. They’re updated conclusions your own brain arrives at as healing takes place.

At our practice EMDR is offered by our psychologists Charlene, Anthea, Ilona and David, who are passionate about helping you heal from difficult experiences that continue to shape your life. Healing isn’t about changing your past. It’s about changing the way the past lives in you 🤍

28/05/2026

Chosen family, or a good group of friends isn’t always something that simply appears. Often, it’s something we slowly build through courage, openness, and small acts of connection.

Legend of a psychologist Sarah shares some gentle suggestions for building your own tribe of awesome humans. Instead of waiting to be welcomed, what if you became the welcoming person?

The one who sends the message.
Invites someone for coffee.
Checks in.
Extends warmth first.

Getting a little outside your comfort zone to love on others is rarely something we regret.

Your people are out there. And sometimes, building your tribe begins with becoming safe connection for someone else, too 🫶🏽

Sometimes we end up doing things we said we wouldn't... and yeah, that can feel really rough.But that moment is just a m...
27/02/2026

Sometimes we end up doing things we said we wouldn't... and yeah, that can feel really rough.

But that moment is just a moment. Not a life sentence. It doesn't define who you are or where you're headed.

Instead of trying to motivate yourself with self criticism (we're all pretty talented at that), what if you acknowledged that this is your body trying to meet your needs with the tools it learned, even though they don’t serve you anymore?

Ask yourself: what's something small that's actually within reach right now?

Maybe it's asking a friend to be an accountability buddy, deleting that app that keeps pulling you back in, or just sitting with whatever messy feelings are showing up and acknowledging them without trying to fix everything immediately.

Change is rarely straightforward. Every small step counts toward the future you want for yourself, even the wobbly ones.

27/02/2026

Samantha guides attention to the subtle signals in our body, like the tension, restlessness or tightness that comes from stored emotions.

We often try to intellectualise or talk our way through feelings, but some experiences are meant to be felt first. Tuning in to these sensations can uncover patterns, release what’s held and help you respond in ways that feel calmer and more grounded.

This approach supports you in understanding what’s happening beneath the surface and taking steps forward that feel more connected, balanced and in tune with yourself 🤍

As therapists, the moment where someone finally unburdens themself is so pure and beautiful to us. It's like opening a w...
24/02/2026

As therapists, the moment where someone finally unburdens themself is so pure and beautiful to us.

It's like opening a window in a room that's been locked for years.

For you the client, that moment can feel raw and exposed to start. Then you see we still see you the same, still empathise, and now even better understand how that part of you that you reject, came to be, and share that insight with you.

Shame gains its power in the shadows. Growing in silence, secrecy and old assumptions.

Healing can begin when we allow ourselves to be witnessed in our shame by people who can lovingly hold it. And it is truly our absolute joy and privilege to give that to you.

We've all been there… a tough moment sparks a spiral of self-critical thoughts and before you know it, you start shuttin...
23/02/2026

We've all been there… a tough moment sparks a spiral of self-critical thoughts and before you know it, you start shutting down and feeling really low.

It's easy to get stuck in this.

Here are some key ways to interrupt a shame spiral:

→ Notice when your thoughts go from ‘I made a mistake’ to ‘I AM a mistake’ … there's a world of difference

→ Take one tiny action that connects you to others instead of hiding away. This helps you to regulate back to baseline, and often helps challenge your internal narrative

→ Ask yourself: ‘If someone I care about was going through this, how would I help them make sense of it?’

→ Remember that feelings aren't facts… just because shame feels overwhelming doesn't make it true

We are all perfectly imperfect works in progress. Give yourself permission to see the truth in that.

AI can offer support when you need it, especially when things feel overwhelming or a bit all over the place. It’s also n...
22/02/2026

AI can offer support when you need it, especially when things feel overwhelming or a bit all over the place.

It’s also not a great substitute for therapy.

Those who've had the experience of a good connection with an experienced therapist already know what we mean.

And are probably using both for their growth and support. For those who haven’t had this experience, we know this statement will probably be read as obvious bias against AI (being we are therapists).

But it’s that (familiar with the AI tools ourselves) we can see what it can do, and where it can trip you up if relied on with no checks and balances.

That good old saying 'you don’t know, what you don’t know' really applies here in more ways than one. AI tools can only know you in so far as you can express things to it.

And it can trend towards an echo chamber for relationship advice. Like the supportive girl/guy friend cheering you on to “dump their ass, you’re perfect”

The art in therapy, is where we see and perceive things you may not have words for yet, or understand about yourself. And then lovingly explore that with you.

If you notice things are getting harder to manage or something feels different from your usual baseline, taking steps to find a therapist you click with is still one of the kindest things you can do for yourself.

Your health deserves that level of care, and you deserve support that can actually meet you fully.

Letting go isn’t about pretending you don’t care or forcing yourself to forget what you hope for. True radical acceptanc...
19/02/2026

Letting go isn’t about pretending you don’t care or forcing yourself to forget what you hope for.

True radical acceptance is when we acknowledge our attachments, feeling them fully, and then release them with trust.

This isn’t about avoiding emotions; it’s about dissolving resistance so your energy can flow where it’s needed most, and into what you control.

When you let go mindfully, even in small increments, you stop blocking your own path and begin attracting from a place of ease and peace, rather than struggle.

Ever feel like you're just along for the ride in your own life? Like everything that happens is down to luck, other peop...
18/02/2026

Ever feel like you're just along for the ride in your own life? Like everything that happens is down to luck, other people's decisions, or just ‘the way things are'?

You're not alone in this. And yes sometimes in this life, you are not in a position of control. That is true.
When that happens for long enough (not being in control of big things in you life) our brain can install a big belief-system-coping-strategy called an ‘External Locus of Control’

It’s where we genuinely believe we have very little say in our life and actions, and so it’s safer to resign to fate.
There's something almost protective about handing over the steering wheel to circumstance and deciding we don’t stand a chance.

The problem with this is, while it might feel safe in the moment, it also leaves you feeling powerless, anxious, or completely stuck… like you're watching your own life through a window instead of actually living it.

Another problem with it is, it’s not true. Yes sometimes in this life, you are not in a position of control. But sometimes you are.

A global decision that you never are, or never will be, is your brain lying to you to protect you (in an unhelpful way). Shifting even a little towards noticing where you have power can be a game-changer.

Maybe it's choosing what actions you do first thing in the morning to prime your day. Using ‘I get to…’ instead of ‘I have to…’ when you tell stories. Or simply starting to track your wins and habits you’re building to become more aware of your self agency.

What action could you could make today that feels like YOU driving?

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