Andrew Feb 12 minThe Ancient Roots of AnxietyAs a mental health counsellor, I would like to emphasise that the intrusive thoughts which often underlie anxiety have a historical...
Andrew Dec 4, 20203 minHell in the SelfContrary to a glib understanding of some French authors, hell can more often be a personal one than that found when in the company of others
Andrew Nov 28, 20202 minSelf-compassionSelf-compassion is a way of viewing oneself under challenging times. It involves taking a kind, non-critical, and accepting stance...
Andrew Nov 14, 20204 minCrisis PointToday is what matters; just getting through today. All you'll ever have to do is get through one day, and you've done that many times before
Andrew Nov 12, 20203 minOn CBT and the NHSNone of us can be summed up in one word in the same way that easy answers rarely solve complex problems.
Andrew Oct 30, 20202 minMy Journey In Counselling (Part 1)Having someone there who understands, who is there without judgment, not only can, it often does make a difference.
Andrew Oct 21, 20203 minBest Intentions and Self-careHaving the best intentions when attempting to help someone, as many of you will have experienced, can be less than straightforward. . .