How do you stop obsessive thoughts?
Obsessive thoughts, and how to deal with them? Obsessive thoughts anyone? Well, how can you stop these sorts of intrusive thoughts? This is something I get asked a lot and most people probably want a quick fix to the problem. However, if you have been an obsessive thinker for a long time, then it may take a little time to adjust to a new way of thinking. In essence, I always advise that...
Read MoreA new start for the new year in 2014
We all promise something for the new year. When the clock hits midnight and the party poppers go off and we all trudge outside to watch the fireworks and the Chinese lanterns fill the night sky, and then we make ourselves little, or large, promises that we will change in this new year. Whatever it may be. It could be something such as quitting smoking or stopping drinking. Perhaps to lose weight...
Read MorePsychotherapy in schools
Should Schools employ a full time Psychotherapist? I read an article today about a head teacher who has employed a full time psychotherapist in his school. It is an idea to not only improve learning, but to also improve mental health. And I found this to be a really interesting idea. I know there are many schools that employ psychologists and counsellors, but introducing a full time...
Read MoreAddiction help in Warrington
Tips to help prevent an addiction relapse I have been seeing a number of clients with addiction problems in and around Warrington and thought I should write a little blog piece on addictions to help people recognise that addiction is a real problem in the UK at the moment and seems to be on the increase. Addiction can really creep up on you and there comes a point where you have to face the real...
Read MoreWorld asthma day 07-05-2013
The 7th May 2013 marks ‘world asthma day’. Helping to raise awareness of this often debilitating condition of the lungs. I have had asthma since about the age of 4 and spent a lot of time off school in my early years. Thankfully my asthma is managed really well and it no longer has a negative impact on my life. If you head on over to http://worldasthmaday.org/ you can find a wealth...
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