When we are in a relationship, we often thinking ahead to the future. Imagining ourselves as a couple, living our lives together. But when happens when a relationship has run its course? I spoke to The i Paper for an article all about the red flags that we might ignore - and why . The tricky thing about red flags is that they are not always obvious. Sometimes it's just the small, subtle things that make a difference. There's a twinge of a gut feeling that tells us somet

Last night I was invited onto ITV News to talk about relationships. The focus was on the rise in AI companions. These are chatbots created by tech companies, designed to offer friendship, companionship, and relationships to people who might be feeling lonely, isolated, or simply in need of something different in terms of interaction. It's a topic that I find frightening and fascinating in equal measure.

The DOSE Effect: How four simple letters can help you feel more in control of your mood

You might not have come across the idea of 'love languages'. But you're likely to have noticed that we all have different preferences...

I spend a lot of time talking and thinking about our 'gut' feelings. Those spidey senses that things aren't quite right in our lives or...

Boundaries often play a central role in therapy. But as we talk more about boundaries, it can start to feel like they're always a good...

My first experiences of counselling – both as a client and as a counsellor – were face-to-face in a therapy room. And when I started...

This week, I was invited by the BACP to take part in their Positive Steps  campaign – all about mental health for new mums . As a...

Loneliness can be one of the quietest struggles of motherhood. You're not physically alone. I n fact, you're rarely by yourself. But...

Social anxiety isn’t just 'feeling a bit shy'. It’s a set of fears and worries that can leave you feeling anxious when you’re socialising...

Do you ever find yourself repeating the same conversations or negotiations over and over again – but ending up in exactly the same place,...

Elton John told us that 'sorry seems to be the hardest word' . I would agree that for some of us, apologies don't roll off the tongue...

Anxiety shows up differently for everyone. In this post, we explore what anxiety really is, how it might be affecting you, and how you can begin to understand and manage

How do you leave a party? Your goodbye style might reveal more than you think – about endings, attachment, and how we cope with change and loss.

We often admire independence, but what happens when self-reliance becomes a way to avoid closeness? This blog explores avoidant attachment, why asking for help can feel so hard, and how we can begin to shift those patterns.

When is a window more powerful than a mirror? Discover how the Johari Window—a simple but powerful model—can deepen your self-awareness by revealing what you and others see about yourself. Learn practical ways to use this tool both with others and on your own to boost your self-esteem and understand your patterns better.

Guest blog post: I used to live for approval. Now I live for peace. Here’s how people pleasing, perfectionism, and ADHD fed my eating disorder, and how I got free.

Relationships aren't easy. They are often the place where we feel the most grounded and connected. But they can also be the place where...

Ever find yourself saying 'yes' when you really mean 'no'? Apologising for things that aren’t your fault? You're not alone. People...

Every year, the BACP releases its Public Perceptions Survey. This research gives us all an insight into what people are thinking. What...