Scribblings of a Psychotherapist

# FridayFacts Every Friday we'll post some 'facts' and information about mental health. This topic and focus of 'facts' will vary from week-to-week.  This week's facts focus on 'myths about feelings and emotions'. Please see the picture below. EXTRA INFO: Emotions are something that we all experience, and yet so many people misunderstand or apply judgements against them. Misunderstandings sometimes lead to individuals being mocked, shamed or dismissed for feeling and expressing emotion (or for not publicly expressing emotions, especially in times of grief). There are numerous myths or misunderstandings about emotions that lead to people feeling they need to bottle everything up inside or not express themselves, but that can just lead to things building up inside of us over time. And what happens when something is held in and builds up and up and up? Eventually it explodes! This explosion can come in the form of tantrums, tears, ang...

#MotivationMonday  Here's this week's Monday Motivation Have a good day! 

IT CAN BE DAUNTING STARTING THERAPY OR COUNSELLING....CAN'T IT? Starting therapy and counselling can be a daunting and anxiety-provoking step to take for many. Whether you have decided to talk to a therapist for mental health concerns such as depression or an eating disorder; personal development goals, such as increasing confidence or developing assertiveness; or you are experiencing relationship problems, grief and bereavement, therapy and counselling can be very beneficial . It offers you dedicated time and space to talk through your worries and concerns and work towards any goals that you may have. Whatever the case may be, talking to a professional about some of the struggles you are experiencing is a great step forward. However, it can be daunting at times, can't it? This is ok - most people engaging with therapy, counselling or other forms of support will experience initial anxiety and hesitation. Part of therapy involves you and your therapist getti...

# MotivationMonday Here's this week's Monday Motivation Have a good day !  

#FridayFacts Every Friday we'll post some 'facts' and information about mental health. This topic and focus of 'facts' will vary from week-to-week. This week's facts focus on 'myths about therapy and counselling'. Please see the picture below. If you are looking to access support, therapy, CBT, coaching, counselling, talking therapies, stress management sessions or guided self-self sessions in Glasgow city centre, please see the following two links to talk to a qualified, experienced, understanding and warm therapist/counsellor. 1. www.eatingdisorderscotland.co.uk 2. https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/counsellors/citizen17-therapy ''Make the change today: there is no time like the present and there is never a 'right' time to make those changes. So make today the day and start working towards making life a little bit better!'' . (Alexandra O'Brien) .  

# MotivationMonday Here's this week's Monday Motivation. Have a good day!

# FridayFacts Every Friday we'll post some 'facts' and information about mental health. This topic and focus of 'facts' will vary from week-to-week. This week's facts focus on 'grief'. Please see the picture below.  

Therapy/Consulting Room Hire: Glasgow City Centre  

# MotivationMonday Here's this week's Monday Motivation. Have a good day!  

# FridayFacts Every Friday I'll post some 'facts' and information about mental health. This topic and focus of 'facts' will vary from week-to-week. This week's facts focus on 'everyday anxiety' versus 'anxiety disorder'. Please see the picture below. Please seek help and support if you recognise some or all of these symptoms in yourself or someone you know. Help and support available from Talking EDs here: www.eatingdisorderscotland.co.uk or Citizen17 Therapy, CBT & Counselling: https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/…/citizen17-therapy