I am a member of the BACP, the largest regulatory body for Counselling and Psychotherapy in the UK. Whilst I have at times raised issues with their…… Read more “Working with others, and living by my values”
My recent blog posts
Famous for 15 minutes
Today I discovered I had been quotes in a number of newspapers, not the usual way to start Mothers Day!
Distress about gender identity/sexual orientation
There is a narrative that the only issues someone has when “coming out” are with their fears of the reactions of others. It is true we have…… Read more “Distress about gender identity/sexual orientation”
What does non-judgemental mean?
Recently with many others I took issue with the BACP publishing a letter from Transgender Trend, an anti trans lobby group who take a non evidence based…… Read more “What does non-judgemental mean?”
Bad, Mad, and Dangerous to Know. A talk for LGBT History Month.
On Saturday I took part in the LGBT History Project NE public day, speaking on the changing theraputic attitudes to LGBTQ+ people. This is the talk I…… Read more “Bad, Mad, and Dangerous to Know. A talk for LGBT History Month.”
Opening the door to difficult conversations
Attending a workshop on death was an opportunity to consider the conversations we fear to have
Self care and rewarding your self
A common technique of both parents and teachers to encourage desirable behaviour is the marble jar, or similar variations. The idea, which comes from the positive parenting…… Read more “Self care and rewarding your self”
Looking forward, looking back, a review of 2017
Last year I wrote a review of the year. If I expect people who come to therapy to evaluate their progress, and achievements, doing so myself only…… Read more “Looking forward, looking back, a review of 2017”
Sex Works! Conference -2018
One of the core conditions as described by Carl Rogers is being non judgemental, usually described as unconditional positive regard. UPR means being willing to suspend your…… Read more “Sex Works! Conference -2018”
Understanding Trauma Responses
Last week I attended a training event entitled “Unveiling the Psychology of Sexual Exploitation and Domestic Violence” led by Zoe Lodrick, who has been instrumental in changing…… Read more “Understanding Trauma Responses”
Counselling in Northumberland 