Helping your child overcome school anxiety For many families, returning to school can bring both excitement and worry. While some children adapt easily, others experience stress that affects confidence and daily life. School anxiety in children is more common than many parents realise, and when left unaddressed, it can impact learning, friendships, and emotional wellbeing. …
Why the Gift of Change Matters When people are struggling emotionally or feel trapped in unhelpful patterns, they often believe they have tried everything. Yet most of these struggles are maintained by the subconscious mind, the part that stores habits, beliefs, and emotional memories. Until this deeper level is addressed, change can feel temporary or …
Understanding What SAD Really Is Understanding how to recover from SAD begins with recognising that Seasonal Affective Disorder is a form of depression linked to changes in light exposure. It most often appears in the autumn and winter months when sunlight becomes limited. This reduction in light affects the brain’s production of serotonin and melatonin, …
Mental Health Care in the UK Today The BBC recently reported findings from the Royal College of Psychiatrists and NHS Digital showing that the demand for mental health care in the UK has reached record levels. Across the country, people of all ages are seeking help for anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress, and services are …
Will Hypnotherapy Help with Exams Exams can test more than your knowledge; they also test your ability to stay calm, focused and confident under pressure. Even students who prepare well can experience anxiety, racing thoughts or a sudden loss of confidence just before they begin. The fear of failure can trigger stress responses that make …
Stop Overthinking and Create Calm When your mind is busy, it can feel impossible to switch off. Thoughts circle and multiply until your head feels full and your body tense. Learning how to stop overthinking allows your mind to slow down, creating space for calm and focus. This change is not about forcing thoughts away …
Understanding the Fear of the Unknown Do you ever find yourself feeling uneasy when facing a new situation or uncertain outcome? Perhaps your mind starts imagining what could go wrong, or you avoid unfamiliar circumstances altogether. This natural instinct to seek safety and predictability can sometimes grow into something stronger and more limiting, a persistent …
CBT for Anxiety When anxiety takes hold, it can feel as though your thoughts are running away from you. The mind becomes busy, replaying worries and fears on a loop. You might find yourself overanalysing every small detail, jumping to conclusions or trying to predict what might happen next. In these moments, you can feel …
Be a Master of Your Mind If you have ever wondered how to use your mind in a more proactive way to create positive thinking and feelings of wellbeing, you are in the right place. The mind is a powerful tool, capable of shaping how you feel, what you do and how you experience life. …
Anxiety About Childbirth If you are experiencing anxiety about childbirth, you are not alone. Many parents, whether this is a first baby or a fifth, notice waves of fear, worry, or even panic as the due date approaches. Birth is a major life event, and it is completely natural to feel uncertain. The good news …
