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The process of change: Part 4
Welcome to the final article in our series on the process of change. In this series, we have been exploring how to apply the Transtheoretical Model to help our clients, or ourselves, make positive life changes.
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The process of change: Part 3
In this series, we are looking at how we support clients making changes. In this article, we will look at action: how do clients take concrete steps and measurable behavioural changes?
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The process of change: Part 2
As helping professionals, we are in the business of supporting our clients in making changes. In this article, we will look at the second stage of this process: preparation.
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The process of change: Part 1
Whether we are working as a therapist, coach, teacher or other helping professional, we are all in the business of helping clients make positive changes in their lives. But how does this change happen?
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Core beliefs vs core pain
There are many different types of psychotherapy. However, multiple authors have argued that these all rely on an underlying set of principles. This explains why most psychotherapies have similar efficacy rates.
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Cognitive Behavioural Coaching vs Positive Psychology Coaching
Meaningful coaching happens when coaches work from an evidence-based framework. There are many to choose from but two of the most popular are Cognitive Behavioural Coaching and Positive Psychology Coaching. In this article, we will discuss the differences.
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Effective ways of working with trauma
Trauma isn't a mental illness: it is an injury. Therefore, we need different ways of working with trauma than we would if we were trying to work with a mental health condition. In this article, we will explore what works.
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Overcoming barriers to men seeking mental health support
Today is International Men's Day and in recognition of that, this article will explore some of the barriers men face in seeking help for their mental health and what we can do to overcome these barriers.
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What does trauma-informed practice mean?
Being "trauma-informed" is a huge buzzword in many professionals at the moment including psychology, medicine, yoga teaching and many others. But what does it mean to be trauma-informed? In this article, we will explore the concept.
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We don't really understand trauma, yet
When I first sat down to write this article, I was planning to title it "An introduction to trauma" and provide a brief overview of what mental health professionals should know if they have not studied or worked with trauma before.
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Improving workplace mental health
The theme of World Mental Health Day 2024 is "Mental Health at Work". In this article, we will look at some practical strategies that can help organisations improve workplace mental health.
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What SMART goals are missing
SMART goals are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-bound. It is a great way to set goals. But I think it could be better. Here is why.
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What is Emotion-Focused Therapy?
Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) is a type of psychotherapy that puts emotion at the centre of the work. This might sound strange because all talking therapy is supposed to be about emotion. So, what makes EFT different?
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Champions of the Mind: Women Shaping the Landscape of Psychology
For International Women's Day 2022, we published an article on some of the many incredible women who have contributed to various fields in psychotherapy. This year, I want to highlight five more women and their important contributions.
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Surviving and Thriving Through Winter: A Guide To Seasonal Affective Disorder
As the vibrant colours of autumn give way to the cool, grey hues of winter, many of us find ourselves reaching for cosy blankets and steaming cups of hot cocoa. While the change in seasons can bring a sense of nostalgia and joy for some, for others, it marks the onset of a more challenging time: the season of the winter blues.