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This month has tested us all with an intense heatwave, with whirring fans and melting ice blocks becoming part of our daily routine. Despite the heat, it’s been a rewarding time working with many young adults stepping into significant life changes. Whether they are entering their final year of school or starting university, therapy has proven to be a valuable tool for self-understanding and growth during these transitions. The shift from school to university or into independent living often...

Falling down is never easy. Whether it’s a physical stumble or a setback in life, the moment of impact often brings frustration, pain, and disappointment. Yet, these moments hold valuable lessons that can transform how we face challenges. After experiencing a fall myself, I discovered the profound power of acceptance and patience. This post explores how embracing these qualities can help us heal, grow, and move forward with greater strength.

There's so much pressure in December. Not just organisational and social pressure, but the need to feel we must experience and exude joy. Of course in reality joy can allude many of us, as we contend with so much on top of what we already struggle to navigate in our day-to-day lives. Some choose to escape to far-flung destinations, others hunker down at home. Those who choose to host or be hosted must find their own way through family dynamics, in conjunction with their own unique needs....