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04/09/2026

We know we shouldn’t, but we all do it anyway.

Whether it’s other people’s careers, relationships, homes, appearances, cars, tech, achievements… We all use them as reference points for how well we think 𝘸𝘦’𝘳𝘦 doing ourselves.

That’s not necessarily a bad thing. Comparison can actually motivate us sometimes or help us understand what we want. But when it becomes a constant obsession plaguing our minds, we start judging our entire lives against small glimpses of somebody else’s.

Social media obviously makes this a lot harder. As we scroll through our feed, we can’t help comparing our ordinary, boring, complicated lives with special moments others have carefully curated to share online.

If these sorts of comparisons often leave you feeling inadequate, ask yourself whose standards you’re measuring yourself against.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮?

Focus on your own values, priorities and goals before wasting time measuring your life against someone else’s.

02/09/2026

Looking for in-person EMDR therapy in Guildford?

We’re pleased to now offer 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞-𝐭𝐨-𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐄𝐌𝐃𝐑 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 at our Guildford clinic, giving another option for people looking for specialist support for trauma and PTSD.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐮𝐦𝐚-𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 and reduces the impact they have in the present.

While we already offer a range of trauma-focused support, our new in-person sessions mean you can now access EMDR face-to-face in a safe, supportive therapeutic environment.

If you’re interested in EMDR or would like to book an appointment, get in touch with our team today!

31/08/2026

Burnout isn’t always what you might expect…

Many people with burnout can still cope with their everyday life. They go to work, reply to messages, get things done… but underneath it all, they feel 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝.

Emotional burnout happens when you deal with stress or pressure for a prolonged period without a chance to properly recover. It makes you feel exhausted, irritable, detached from things you usually care about, and easily overwhelmed by everyday demands.

𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐦𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞, 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧’𝐭 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐩𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫.

If you’re constantly running on empty, pay attention to what your mind and body are telling you. Let yourself recover by reducing pressure wherever possible, setting a few boundaries, and seeking support, whether from a friend or trained therapist.

Message us today to see how we can help you recover from burnout!

29/08/2026

The back-to-school transition can be just as hard for parents as it is for kids!

After a month or two of different routines, later mornings, holidays and fun days out, September can be a big adjustment for the whole family.

There are uniforms to get together, earlier starts to get used to again, work arrangements to manage… all while supporting children who have their own worries about returning to school.

𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐭𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐫𝐡𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐦 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧.

There are some things you can do to help ease everyone into the new routine: introduce routines gradually; get organised where you can; and leave some breathing room for those first few weeks – you don’t have to get everything running perfectly from day one!

27/08/2026

Don’t stress about being stressed. It’s a normal part of life! And it doesn’t necessarily mean anything is wrong at all…

But sometimes stress sticks around.

You might find yourself constantly thinking about everything that worries you, struggling to get to sleep, becoming more irritable than usual, or avoiding things and people that usually make you happy.

When stress sticks around for too long, even everyday responsibilities can start to feel impossible to manage.

There’s no specific moment where stress suddenly becomes “serious enough” to talk about. So if you notice that it’s persistent, affects your everyday life or find it increasingly difficult to cope, it’s worth paying attention to those feelings and seeking help.

𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝐲𝐨𝐮’𝐯𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭. Talking to someone earlier can help you understand the root causes of your stress and find healthier ways of managing it. Contact us today to see how we can help!

25/08/2026

You might have heard about Channel 4’s recent controversial documentary ‘The Great ADHD Myth?’. It’s understandably sparked a lot of conversation about ADHD, particularly its diagnosis and medication, with ADHD UK already filing a complaint.

But why?

It’s absolutely fair to have honest conversations about ADHD in today’s climate. Why are diagnoses increasing? Are all assessments thorough enough? Is medication always appropriate? Are people getting the right support after diagnosis?

𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐃𝐇𝐃 𝐢𝐭𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐤𝐬 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐦𝐚 𝐚𝐥𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐭.

Despite its claims, the documentary is one-sided, unbalanced, and displays very little genuine science. So here are a few things to keep in mind if you ever watch it:

1. ADHD is 𝘯𝘰𝘵 a myth. It’s a recognised neurodevelopmental disorder diagnosed after a comprehensive clinical assessment that considers someone’s symptoms, history and wider circumstances.

2. Treatment should be just as individual as the assessment. Treatment isn’t always about medication. Depending on the person, it can also involve lifestyle changes, therapy, coaching, and very often a combination of different approaches.

𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐮𝐬 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐃𝐇𝐃 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐛𝐞 𝒃𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒅.

They shouldn’t cast doubt on widely accepted scientific evidence, make unfair assumptions, and disparage the genuine struggles experienced by those with ADHD.

If this documentary left you concerned about your diagnosis, experiences, assessment or medication, please get in touch with us or speak to a qualified healthcare professional.

23/08/2026

Be honest – are you more understanding with other people than you are yourself?

Think how you’d respond if someone you cared about made a mistake or simply had a bad day. Chances are you wouldn’t speak to them the same way you sometimes speak to yourself.

Self-compassion means learning to offer yourself some of that same patience and understanding.

So move on from that mistake without spending the rest of the day criticising yourself. Recognise when you've reached your limits. Allow yourself to ask for help.

It might take a bit of practice (especially if self-criticism has become your default response), but changing how you respond to yourself when things get tough can have a huge impact on your emotional wellbeing.

21/08/2026

Relationships are always difficult to navigate when emotions run high.

You might struggle to say what you need, avoid difficult conversations altogether, agree to things you don't really want, or react in ways you later regret.

That’s something DBT can help with.

One of the four core areas of DBT is Interpersonal Effectiveness. This teaches skills to communicate more clearly, set boundaries, manage conflict and advocate for what you need, all while considering both the relationship and your own self-respect.

Like all DBT skills, they're practical tools you can practise and apply to real situations, helping you approach relationships with greater confidence and awareness.

Get in touch with us to see how DBT can help you!

19/08/2026

You’ve probably told someone once that they could ask for your help if they needed it… but how much do you actually follow that advice yourself?

People avoid asking for help for several reasons: they worry that others have it worse; they feel embarrassed; or they convince themselves that they should be able to cope on their own.

Sometimes, you just might not know how to put your difficulties into words.

The truth is you don’t need to have things figured out before asking for support. Even saying something as simple as “I’m struggling and I’m not sure what to do” can be enough to start a conversation.

If your mental health is starting to affect your everyday life, reaching out to someone you trust or seeking professional support can be an important first step towards understanding what you’re going through.

17/08/2026

Have you ever sat down to relax, only to spend the whole time thinking about everything you 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 be doing instead?

That’s because for a lot of us productivity has become closely tied to our sense of achievement and even self-worth. Think about how finishing that to-do list is always satisfying… but a lazy afternoon leaves us feeling a little guilty.

Comparing yourself to others doesn’t help either. With social media, we’re constantly exposed to everyone else’s achievements, careers, social lives and apparently endless productivity.

It’s that sort of pressure that makes it so difficult for us to let ourselves have a rest – and even harder to enjoy one when we finally do!

If guilt usually follows you into your downtime, try asking yourself 𝘸𝘩𝘺 being productive feels so important…

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