MindingYou

20/08/2026

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is a structured form of therapy and goal oriented but at the same time flexible.

CBT is focused on current problems which are affecting us in the here and now, but if these stem from past issues, it also explores the root of the problems thus making it highly effective.

It is my experience that people make very good progress on most issues using between 6 to 12 CBT therapy sessions.

14/08/2026

There is evidence that physical exercise supports mental health by reducing negative emotions, such as anxiety and depression.

Even short bursts help, aim for walking, dancing, yoga, running or any activity that you enjoy.

The beginning may be difficult, but it gets easier with regular practice, so start today!

07/08/2026

The famous writer, W. Faulkner drew attention to the fact that naturally, we human beings feel secure when we know what’s going to happen and are in control.

However, ‘not losing sight of the shores’ means that we are staying within our comfort zone, and this is not how we grow and develop.

Letting go of unhelpful old habits may feel unsafe at first because it means that we get out of our comfort zone, but embracing the uncertainty ‘to explore new horizons’ is the road to doing things that work for us and not against us.

30/07/2026

Burnout is described as physical, emotional and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress related to work or other demanding responsibilities and is experienced as an inability to cope.

Burnout is associated with feelings of depletion and exhaustion, negativity and reduced efficacy.

It is important to address the underlaying cause of burnout to recover, rather than just treating the symptoms. If you are struggling with this issue, act today!

22/07/2026

AXA is a Health Insurer that provides cover for CBT Therapy through a simple and quick process. If you have cover with AXA, just get in touch with them to have your sessions pre-authorised, and then you are ready to start therapy.

14/07/2026

Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is a common mental health condition characterised by persistent, excessive and difficult to control worry or anxiety.

It is called ‘generalised’ anxiety because the worry is not just about one thing, but a wide range of everyday things such as work, health, family or exams.

CBT therapy is effective at reducing GAD as is addressing the underlying issues causing the anxiety, bodily symptoms and associated behaviours.

03/07/2026

Alcohol Awareness Week takes place from 6-12 July 2026 this year, an event organised by Alcohol Change UK.

The theme this year is ‘Alcohol and Me’, inviting us all to reflect on our individual relationship with alcohol.

The event raises awareness about the harmful effects alcohol can have on our mental and physical wellbeing, relationships, productivity, sleep and energy.

Alcohol Awareness Week 2026 takes place in July 2026. Sign up today to receive information and free digital resources to take part in the campaign.

25/06/2026

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is similar to counselling, but different in approach as it is structured, focuses on current issues, and sets up goals to work towards.
It provides strategies to manage the difficult emotions of daily life, and to grow and develop personally and professionally. So you can thrive, not just survive.
If you are considering therapy, but it feels daunting, read what my clients say here:
https://www.mindingyou.co.uk/testimonials
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19/06/2026

This quote’s message is powerful and very relevant to mental health too, when we go though anxiety, depression or anger we should keep going because the way out is though working on the issues.

Stopping will only mean that we get stuck in this ‘hell’ place and does not benefit us, but working through the issues and finding a way out will.

Every step taken towards recovery brings us closer to relief and less suffering, so take action today!

05/06/2026

Procrastination is described as voluntarily delaying or postponing a task, decision or action that we intend to do, even when we know that the consequences will affect us.

In psychology, procrastination is seen as a self-regulatory failure, meaning we fail to align our actions with our intentions, and is associated with instant gratification (our brain wants to do something that it’s rewording now, not later) and emotional discomfort (it’s difficult and it should be easy or I’m not doing it).

Self-regulatory failure is a normal part of being human, but chronic gaps can lead to stress, guilt, lower achievement and mental health issues.