When we’re in a bad mood, we tend to dismiss irritability or angry outbursts as simple stress, or even blame it on those around us. However, if you’ve been feeling
Are you struggling to manage stress? Do you often find your interpersonal relationships to be challenging? Do you feel like there’s a disconnect between how you feel and how you
You’re concerned that you may be battling depression, but where did it come from? Could a close family member with this condition put you at increased risk for inheriting depression
Out-of-control moods aren’t just difficult to be around – they’re a potential sign of a serious underlying mental health condition. There are a variety of emotional disorders with a range
Mental health is so much more than either feeling good or being in crisis. Recognising where you are on a mental health continuum can help you know what actions to
More mental health professionals are speaking out on the importance of resilience in helping counteract serious conditions like depression and anxiety. If you feel that your resilience reserves are running
It’s not always easy to separate the relationship between anxiety and depression. These two common mental health conditions often occur in tandem, and can present with similar symptoms. Understanding how
You’ve noticed that in the last few years, you haven’t quite felt like yourself. You are irritable, sad, and feel flat about things that used to make you excited. Knowing
An unsolicited treatment review by one of our clients – Lauren had been diagnosed with eating disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD and body dysmorphia. She describes how she had given up
You’re in the middle of sweeping your kitchen when suddenly a disturbing thought appears in your mind. Where did it come from? What does it mean? And most importantly, should
It’s normal to sometimes wish we had handled a situation differently, and to experience guilt around a negative outcome. But what if that guilt never really dissipates? Understanding the causes
Most people think of bipolar disorder as periods of high energy or “mania” followed by periods of depression. However, bipolar anger is a common phenomenon among those living with this
The simple answer is RIGHT NOW. Why? Because an addiction only worsens with time; so committing yourself to getting help now is critical to preserving your health, your relationships, and your financial wellbeing. For most of us, few days pass that aren’t completely filled to the brim. We are constantly
Narcissism and drug addiction often go hand-in-hand since individuals with narcissistic personalities need to find a way to escape their overwhelming emotional anxiety and pain. Similarly, most addicts have narcissistic traits. An addicted narcissist may have unique challenges in getting treatment, such as feelings of entitlement in addiction recovery, and so
Mark uses cocaine every weekend with his friends. He has a high-pressure job as an investment banker. He works hard. He plays hard. And if you ask him if he has a cocaine addiction, his response would be “Don’t I deserve to relax with my friends after a hard week
An unsolicited treatment review by one of our clients – anxiety sufferer Kirsty spent 21 long years in and out of therapy before finally finding treatment that worked for her. “I’ve been in and out of counselling, group therapy, psychiatric wards and rehabilitation my whole adult life – but somehow
