Being in the present (the “here and now”), mindfulness and meditation are often suggested to counteract our increasingly busy, digital and stressed lives. “The Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle is a spiritual guide that emphasizes the importance of living fully in the present moment. It blends mindfulness, psychology and Read More
Many attendees on confidence courses and some of my therapy clients have low self-esteem – and for a variety of reasons (e.g. childhood experiences and family dynamics, toxic relationships, cyberbullying, workplace intimidation). Low self-esteem can lead to low confidence, anxiety and depression that impairs personal and work life. This book Read More
How much do you know about ADHD? And how it affects those who are diagnosed with it? People with ADHD show a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity–impulsivity that interferes with their day-to-day functioning. Psychoeducation involves helping therapy clients understand their challenges so that they are better able to manage Read More
Therapy clients sometimes report that their relationships are dramatic and volatile – swinging from heady highs to rock-bottom lows (and back again). Sometimes clients aren’t aware that they are repeating this pattern in their personal relationships. There are many possible reasons and explanations – some of which are linked. With Read More
This book will be of interest to experienced coaches (beginners will need to be familiar with coaching fundamentals – introductory books are listed below). It explains how Gestalt therapy techniques can be used in coaching situations. I’ve written this review as a supplement to the resources available to those who Read More
