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Does empathy have a downside? Empathy, codependency and boundaries

Does empathy have a downside? Empathy, codependency and boundaries

by Rachel | Jul 31, 2023 | Counselling and therapy, Suggested Reading

As therapists, we are taught the vital importance of empathy very early on, because feeling that your therapist is empathic is one of the ‘common factors’ which helps to create positive change, whatever type of therapy is being practiced.  Taking a scroll on...
Some of my favourite mental health books on mindset, trauma and self-compassion (part one!)

Some of my favourite mental health books on mindset, trauma and self-compassion (part one!)

by Rachel | Nov 4, 2021 | Counselling and therapy, Suggested Reading

If you’re interested in finding out more about what might be behind issues such as anxiety, depression and low self-esteem and what you can do about it, I’ve listed some helpful mental health book suggestions below. Books on Emotions/Childhood emotional...

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