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My Counselling Training

January 19, 2024 by duncan

I made a video explaining how I came to train as a therapist. … [Read more...] about My Counselling Training

Is Self-care selfish?

October 19, 2023 by duncan

I made this 3min video last May to explain how self-care helps us to better help others. … [Read more...] about Is Self-care selfish?

How to find a Therapist pt.3

June 6, 2023 by duncan

In this final video on finding a good trauma therapist, I share some practical steps, including specific questions to ask a potential therapist before you commit to therapy with them. … [Read more...] about How to find a Therapist pt.3

How to find a Therapist pt.2

May 30, 2023 by duncan

I've added a new video to the videos page, in this video I look at the difference between the terms 'counsellor' and 'therapist' and look at some of the accredited registers of therapists such as the BACP, NCPS, and ACC. Hopefully this will give you a bit more information to help you if you're looking for a therapist for yourself or a friend. … [Read more...] about How to find a Therapist pt.2

How to Find a Therapist pt.1

May 22, 2023 by duncan

I've posted a new video on the videos page. In total I'll post 3 videos on how to find a therapist. The first video looks at trauma-informed, talking therapy, CBT, EDMR, and how the most important thing is that your therapist is good with relationship, voice and power. We also look at when your therapist has a different belief system to you; and the importance of accredited … [Read more...] about How to Find a Therapist pt.1

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