Last night the BBC did what it does best, a beautifully filmed costume drama that also made you think. The scandalous Lady W was the true story…… Read more “The Scandalous Lady W; Would marriage counselling have helped?”
My recent blog posts
Misophonia
Misophonia is an often misunderstood condition. It is a strong, often described as irrational, emotional reaction to certain trigger sounds. Imagine feeling rage at the sound of…… Read more “Misophonia”
Inside Out
This post contains spoilers for the Pixar animation Inside Out. The latest offering from Disney/Pixar is a marked departure from the classic Disney formula. It tells the…… Read more “Inside Out”
Like Pebbles on a Beach
I took this photograph recently at the three day Raising the Skirt workshop. (Be aware of nudity on the link). Whilst the actual event only lasted three…… Read more “Like Pebbles on a Beach”
Counselling for Survivors of Child Abuse
If you are a survivor of child abuse, in any form, firstly may I acknowledge your bravery and determination in clicking the link. Children are commonly told…… Read more “Counselling for Survivors of Child Abuse”
Turn off and Tune in.
Last night we had a power cut, not that unusual when you live in a small village in rural Northumberland. Occasional power losses are balanced against living…… Read more “Turn off and Tune in.”
Expecting to be Educated
This month the new BACP ethical framework was released. (opens in PDF) The BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy) is only one of the various professional…… Read more “Expecting to be Educated”
When organisations fail to behave ethically.
Firstly, an apology if you click the other pages and they are blank, I am in the process of turning this from a blog to a website,…… Read more “When organisations fail to behave ethically.”
A well stocked toolbox.
Recently there has been much discussion of Mindfulness, with many therapists concerned it is being pushed as a universal cure-all by those who seem to prefer newspaper…… Read more “A well stocked toolbox.”
Instagram and #Gracenotes.
Those of you who found this blog via my involvement with #PNDhour and PNDchat will already know I suffered from post natal depression after the birth of…… Read more “Instagram and #Gracenotes.”
Counselling in Northumberland 