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

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...

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

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

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.

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...

Postnatal anxiety is often overlooked—but it’s more common than you might think. While many new mothers are prepared to watch for postnatal depression, anxiety can be harder to recognize and even harder to talk about. In this post, I explore what postnatal anxiety feels like, why it happens, and practical strategies to cope with it—emotionally and physically. Whether you're struggling silently or seeking understanding, this is a gentle, honest guide to help you feel seen and

In case you haven't heard, Christmas is on the way. There's an expectation that our inbox will be awash with social invites. But what if...

It can be a daunting process, trying to find a therapist. I know, I’ve been there myself.  Tripping up on jargon.  Scrolling through...

I've talked about the idea of 'productivity anxiety' in the workplace for this article in Yahoo News . But I also wanted to take a...

When dating websites and apps arrived on the scene, they were afforded a warm welcome. Being able to search online for the perfect match...

Are you an approval addict? I spoke to The Sun all about people-pleasing and approval-seeking. Click here to read the full article. To...

Health anxiety is a generalised term for a sense of anxiety, worry and fear that relates to our health.  I spoke to Happiful all about...

Not everyone dreads Monday morning. Some of us are lucky enough to skip into the beginning of the week, doing a job that we love. But for...