EmotionMatters

EmotionMatters A counselling and psychotherapy practice in central London.

We aim to provide you with a professional, caring and ethical experience of counselling and psychotherapy to help you positively change the way you live your life.

18/06/2026

Many people think of loneliness as simply feeling alone, but it can affect us much more deeply than that.

It can contribute to low mood, anxiety, poor sleep, digestive symptoms, social withdrawal, and a growing sense of disconnection from ourselves and the people around us.

For Loneliness Awareness Week, Dr Natascha van Zyl shares how loneliness can present clinically and why reaching out for support can be so important.

While talking with friends and family can help, sometimes we need a dedicated space to explore what we're experiencing. Therapy offers an opportunity to talk openly, understand underlying patterns, and develop practical ways to move forward.

If you're struggling with loneliness, low mood, or feelings of disconnection, you don't have to navigate it alone.

Watch the video below to learn more, and start by booking a discovery call.

16/06/2026

This week is Loneliness Awareness Week.

Loneliness is often called the hidden epidemic.

While we live in an increasingly connected world, many people still experience feelings of isolation and disconnection. These feelings can affect not only our mental wellbeing but also our physical health, relationships, sleep, and quality of life.

For Loneliness Awareness Week, Dr Natascha van Zyl shares important signs to watch for and reminds us that meaningful connection can start with a simple conversation, a phone call, or even a smile.

If you've been feeling disconnected, know that support is available and that you don't have to face it alone.

08/06/2026

Men’s health often gets talked about too late.

A lot of preventable issues grow in silence - because many men feel they have to “just cope”. But stress, sleep problems, low mood, drinking more than you want to, weight changes, or feeling disconnected aren’t things to push through forever.

You don’t need to wait until you hit breaking point to get help.
If it’s affecting your energy, mood, work or relationships, it matters.
Let’s reduce stigma by making support normal, and early.

If you’d like help with stress, burnout, mental wellbeing, or sustainable weight and lifestyle change, HealthMatters Group is here.
Explore our services and book a friendly discovery call - we’ll meet you where you are.

✨ MEET THE TEAM ✨Patience is one of our Integrative Psychotherapists 💚Patience has over 15 years of experience supportin...
04/06/2026

✨ MEET THE TEAM ✨

Patience is one of our Integrative Psychotherapists 💚

Patience has over 15 years of experience supporting clients through life’s emotional, relational, and psychological challenges.

She supports clients with:

→ Anxiety & depression
→ Trauma & emotional distress
→ Relationships & intimacy
→ Grief & bereavement
→ Disordered eating & body image
→ Executive stress & burnout
→ Identity & life transitions

Her therapy style is warm, compassionate, creative, and collaborative, helping clients feel supported, empowered, and truly understood.

“You don’t need to be in crisis to seek mental health support - it’s part of ongoing wellbeing and self-care.”

03/06/2026

A lot of people hear “longevity” and think it means complicated routines or expensive supplements.

But healthy ageing usually comes down to something much simpler: consistency with the basics.

The foundations that make the biggest difference:

✅ good sleep (and regular sleep times)
✅ daily movement (walking counts - strength helps even more)
✅ fresh air and daylight
✅ nourishing food most of the time
✅ safe relationships, laughter, and support

Those aren’t small things - they’re the habits that help your body recover, stay resilient, and feel better for longer.

If you’d like support building a plan that fits your real life, HealthMatters Group is here. Explore our services and book a friendly discovery call.

01/06/2026

Happy Pride Month 🌈

Pride is a celebration - and also a reminder that everyone deserves to feel safe being themselves.

Inclusion isn’t a big public statement. It’s the everyday choices:

• not assuming someone’s gender or relationship
• using the language someone asks for
• speaking up when “banter” becomes harmful
• making space for different identities, families, and needs

Many people spend years editing themselves to avoid judgement. That’s not “being sensitive” - that’s self-protection.

This month, let’s choose curiosity over assumptions, and acceptance over comparison. Because belonging isn’t a “nice extra” - it supports mental health.

From all of us at HealthMatters Group: Happy Pride 💛

✨ MEET THE TEAM ✨Dr Natascha Van Zyl is a Health Psychologist & Lifestyle Medicine Specialist Dr Van Zyl supports people...
28/05/2026

✨ MEET THE TEAM ✨

Dr Natascha Van Zyl is a Health Psychologist & Lifestyle Medicine Specialist

Dr Van Zyl supports people navigating:

→ Anxiety & depression
→ Chronic health conditions
→ Trauma & stress
→ Obesity & bariatric care
→ Hormonal transitions & women’s health
→ Addiction & emotional wellbeing

Health challenges are rarely “just physical” or “just psychological”. The relationship between mind and body is deeply connected, and meaningful change often requires support for both.

Her approach combines psychology, lifestyle medicine, mindfulness, and compassionate, personalised care to help clients feel less stuck and more connected to themselves again.

At the heart of her work is a simple belief: lasting change happens when people feel understood, empowered, and supported without judgement.

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May marks Mental Health Awareness Month globally, an opportunity to broaden the conversation around what can support men...
25/05/2026

May marks Mental Health Awareness Month globally, an opportunity to broaden the conversation around what can support mental wellbeing.

When we think about mental health, we often think about therapy, stress management, movement, mindfulness, and sleep - all incredibly important foundations for wellbeing.

But nutrition matters too 🧠

The food we eat can influence mood, energy, inflammation, gut health, brain function, and the pathways involved in stress resilience and emotional wellbeing.

Following on from Mental Health Awareness Week earlier in May, we’re sharing a few nutrients and food-based strategies we often focus on in clinic to support mental health more holistically, including:

→ Amino acids including Tryptophan
→ Omega-3 fats
→ Choline
→ Fermented foods

Mental well-being is never about one single solution, but for many people, nutrition can become an important part of a broader, evidence-informed support plan.

24/05/2026

Schizophrenia is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions, and stigma can often be just as difficult as the condition itself 💚

This World Schizophrenia Day, Dr. Natascha Van Zyl shares an important reminder that schizophrenia does not define a person.

People living with schizophrenia are mothers, fathers, partners, friends, colleagues, students, and community members with hopes, talents, and meaningful lives.

We can all help reduce stigma by:

✔️ Listening without judgement
✔️ Challenging myths when we hear them
✔️ Using respectful language
✔️ Showing empathy and patience

Understanding starts with conversation and compassion.

Meet Hillary Smith 💚Hillary is an Integrative Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor at HealthMatters Group, supporting...
21/05/2026

Meet Hillary Smith 💚

Hillary is an Integrative Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor at HealthMatters Group, supporting clients with anxiety, disordered eating, binge eating, bulimia, and the emotional impact of chronic illness.

Her approach is calm, collaborative, and tailored to the individual, working collaboratively alongside clients.

One client described working with Hillary as:

“Feeling understood without judgement… for the first time in a long time, I feel more hopeful about the future.”

Seeking support can feel like a big step, but the right therapeutic relationship can make all the difference.

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