EFT vs EMDR: Understanding the Differences for Anxiety and Trauma
If you are looking for therapy for anxiety, trauma, or emotional distress, you may have come across Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). Both are well-established, trauma-informed approaches, but they work in different ways and can feel very different in practice.
How to Avoid January Pressure: Achievable New Year Resolutions That Stick
Stop the January Pressure: How to Make Realistic New Year Resolutions Without Overwhelming YourselfThe start of a new year often comes with an invisible weight: the pressure to completely reinvent yourself. Suddenly, social media is full of people claiming they’ve quit sugar, run five miles every morning, or mastered a new language—all by the end of January.
Taking Care of Yourself Over Christmas: Why Boundaries Matter and It’s Okay to Say No
The holiday season often arrives with a mix of excitement and pressure. Lights go up, calendars fill quickly, and there’s an expectation that everyone should feel merry and bright. But for many people, Christmas stress is very real. The pressure to do it all—to host, buy gifts, attend events, and keep everyone happy—can leave us feeling exhausted rather than joyful.
Recognising Stress in Our Lives: How It Manifests and Why It Matters
Stress is something we all experience. A busy week, a tough conversation, or even small day-to-day frustrations can add up. But sometimes stress moves from being a short-lived response to becoming a constant presence in our lives. That’s when it starts to matter in a deeper way—impacting not only how we feel, but also how we think, behave, and even how our bodies function.
“Good Vibes Only” Why Toxic Positivity Isn’t Helping Anyone
“Good Vibes Only” Why Toxic Positivity Isn’t Helping Anyone As a therapist, I’ve heard it all. • “Just think happy thoughts.” • “Everything happens for a reason.” • “At least it’s not worse.” • “Look on the bright side!” These phrases often come wrapped in well-meaning intentions, like a motivational meme wearing rose-coloured glasses. But behind their glittery optimism hides a very real problem:
When People-Pleasing Becomes Detrimental
At first glance, people-pleasing seems harmless. It’s just being nice, right? Saying yes, staying agreeable, keeping the peace. But beneath the surface, the urge to constantly make others happy can quietly unravel your boundaries, your priorities, and even your sense of self. Let’s be clear: kindness isn’t the problem. Empathy is not the enemy. But when pleasing people becomes a habit driven by fear of conflict, rejection, or disapproval, it stops being a virtue and starts being a liability.
“No” Is Not a Dirty Word: The Importance of Personal Boundaries (And Why They’re Your Superpower)
As a therapist, one of the things I say most often—sometimes even more than “how does that make you feel?”—is this: You are allowed to have boundaries. Let’s pause for effect. You. Are. Allowed. To. Have. Boundaries. Not only allowed, but encouraged. In fact, personal boundaries are one of the most powerful forms of self-care you can practice.
What Is Anxiety Really? (And Why It Doesn’t Mean You’re Broken)
If you’re reading this because anxiety has been tagging along in your daily life like an unwanted sidekick, welcome. You’re not alone, and you’re definitely not broken. You’re just human. A human whose nervous system is sounding some very loud alarms. As a counsellor, I work with anxiety a lot. It shows up in so […]
How EFT Can Help Anxiety
Anxiety has become one of the most common mental health struggles in today's fast-paced world. From mild, everyday stress to more debilitating forms of anxiety, many individuals experience feelings of unease, worry, and fear. While traditional therapies and medications have been effective for some, alternative techniques like Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) are gaining popularity for […]
The Benefits of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)
A Path to Emotional Well-being In an era where stress and anxiety are increasingly prevalent, finding effective techniques to manage emotions and mental well-being is crucial. One such method that has gained widespread recognition is Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), often referred to as "tapping." This therapeutic approach combines elements of cognitive therapy and exposure therapy […]
Anxiety and Acceptance During a Global Pandemic
Since the threat of COVID-19 stopped being something that was happening in another country and started becoming a reality over here I have noticed a big increase in anxiety. This has ranged from people having rational discussions about their fears to witnessing arguments break out over social media. There is no escaping it. If you […]
Are You Chasing the Elusive Butterfly of Happiness?
For many of us, happiness can be compared to an elusive butterfly. Picture the scene – you are in your garden and you see a beautiful butterfly. You try to move in closer for a better look, but every time you get close it flits to the next flower, just that bit more out of […]
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