Scribblings of a Psychotherapist

DID YOU KNOW?........................ Did you know that many different types of body image concerns and problems exists? The main types of body image concern include: * Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) * Muscle Dysmorphia * Skin Disorders/Disfigurement * Eating Disorder-Related (over-evaluation of shape and weight) * Amputee Identity Disorder (AID) * Trichotillomania * Body Modification and Self-Mutilation * Psychogenic Excoriation/CSP/Dermatillomania We often consider body image only in terms of weight, shape and apperance, however, body image is much more than that and it's not just about appearance. When considering body image, especially in psychotherapy and counselling, we must also consider how one experience's their body physically, appearance-wise, spatially, emotionally/psychologicially, socially, and existentially. Body image concerns are often also aligned with eating disorders. However, they are not eating disorders and are more akin to anxiety disorders. Some people

Monday Motivation   This week's Monday Motivation is all about self-validation.   The poster below notes some ways in which we can each validate ourselves and show ourselves a wee bit more compassion and patience.   If you need some support with self-validation or anything else that's on your mind or that's making life difficult or painful, feel free to get in touch to find our how we can support you. Our psychotherapists, counsellors and dietitians are warm, supportive, encouraging and go at your pace. They are here to listen and support you and help you to work on what's important to you.   Our contact details are in the comments below. We look forward to hearing from you.   Best wishes,    Talking EDs: Eating Disorder Support Service Scotland Glasgow Anxiety and Depression Counselling Service (GADS) Glasgow Therapy Rooms Scotland Anxiety and Depression Counselling Service (SADS) Part of M.H. Well (Psychotherapy - Counselling - Consultancy - Training - Supervision) CO

Monday Motivation For this week's Monday Motivation, why not try a little mindful meditation today to help increase motivation and decrease stress. Enjoy the activity below. Need some support? Then feel feel free to get in touch. Our experienced, skilled, friendly and encouraging team of psychotherapists, counsellors and dietitians can support you with whatever you are going through just now. We are here to listen and support you. Our contact details are in the comments below. Feel free to get in touch with any questions, if you need more information or want to book an appointment. Best wishes, Talking EDs: Eating Disorder Support Service Scotland Glasgow Anxiety and Depression Counselling Service (GADS) Scotland Anxiety and Depression Counselling Service (SADS) Glasgow Therapy Rooms Part of M.H. Well (Psychotherapy - Counselling - Training - Consultancy - Supervision) www.eatingdisorderscotland.co.uk www.glasgowanxietydepression.co.uk www.glasgowtherapyrooms.co.uk    

We're looking forward to our Therapist Tea and Talk Club event tomorrow in Glasgow, which is part of our larger business, M.H. Well. Looking forward to seeing some familiar faces and meeting some new people too!    

Happy New Year!   We're back from our winter holiday break today. We hope you all enjoyed the break too. If you are seeking some psychotherapy, counselling or mental support or therapy/consulting room hire, feel free to get in touch with us and find out how we can support you. Our contact details are below. All the best, Talking EDs: Eating Disorder Support Service Scotland Glasgow Anxiety and Depression Counselling Service (GADS) Scotland Anxiety and Depression Counselling Service (SADS) Glasgow Therapy Rooms Part of M.H. Well (Psychotherapy - Training - Counselling - Consultancy - Supervision) CONTACT DETAILS www.eatingdisorderscotland.co.uk www.glasgowanxietydepression.co.uk www.glasgowtherapyrooms.co.uk