How Transactional Analysis Helps You Recognise Patterns
Autonomy in psychotherapy is not the same as independence. It means understanding yourself clearly, responding to reality rather…
5 Cross-Cultural Mistakes Therapists and Coaches Make
The more I work internationally, the less I believe in universal communication rules. What feels emotionally healthy, respectful,…
What Is Unnamed Trauma? How to Recognise It
Unnamed trauma is distress with no clear story attached to it: no single event, no dramatic memory, sometimes…
Narcissists on the Therapeutic Sofa
Do They Seek Therapy, and How Does It Work Out? In mainstream media, narcissism has become one of the most…
When Parenting Triggers Childhood Trauma
You love your child deeply. And still, there may be moments when parenting feels far more intense than…
“I Mourn Her”: a Psychotherapist on Losing a Client to Cancer
Discussing death is extremely frightening. This subject is taboo and places an overwhelming burden on everyone involved: the…
Do Narcissists Ever Change? A Therapist’s Perspective
Narcissists tend to make a powerful first impression. Charming, attentive, and often magnetic, they draw people in quickly.…
6 Signs of Expat Depression and When to Seek Help
Living abroad is often portrayed as exciting and liberating. New places mean new people and new opportunities. But…
Does Setting Up a Private Psychotherapy Practice Really Have to Be So Complicated?
Short answer: No. A guide by a psychotherapist. When I started my private practice almost 15 years ago,…
Is Chat-Based Therapy Effective?
What Written Therapy Can Offer When people imagine online therapy, they often picture a conversation: someone on a…
