by Rachel | Nov 10, 2025 | self-esteem, creativity, Self-compassion
There’s something about making art that always teaches me something about perfectionism. This summer I thought I’d try and create a new sketching habit. I had a vision of myself with my sketchbook in my garden in the sunshine. I’d imagined a relaxing...
by Rachel | Oct 7, 2025 | Therapy and activism, Counselling and therapy
Image credit: KC Green’s web comic strip “On Fire” The current political climate, where racist and transphobic narratives and policies become stronger here and abroad, has had many therapists (re)-reflecting on the place and role of therapy. ...
by Rachel | Sep 11, 2025 | Uncategorised
It’s generally pretty well known that having a child can bring up buried mental health and attachment issues, but far less has been said about how getting a pet can do the same. Obviously, having a pet is different to having a child, but there are some crossovers in...
by Rachel | Aug 5, 2025 | lgbtq+
This blog is for you if you’ve been weighing up the benefits of in person therapy v’s seeing a therapist online and struggling to make a decision on which type of therapy might be the best fit. Working online isn’t suitable in all cases, but this blog highlights...
by Rachel | Jul 9, 2025 | Uncategorised, Home, lgbtq+, sporadic blogs exploring therapy through queer popular culture
Image credit: Melody Timothee/Netflix Important note: This post contains spoilers for season one and season two of The Ultimatum – Queer Love The return of The Ultimatum – Queer Love was eagerly awaited in our house and now it’s done I thought I’d put my therapist hat...
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