Category: Demystifying Therapy
Is therapy effective for helping autistic people with emotional regulation?
If you’re autistic, you’ll likely know how challenging it can feel going through your day with a constant stream of sensory inputs, each with the potential to overwhelm. Whether it’s a sudden wave of frustration, a burst of anxiety, or a sensory overload meltdown, managing emotions can feel like an uphill battle. If this is…
How can therapy support social interaction in autistic people?
As a Neurodiversity-Affirming therapist, one of the most common themes I hear from autistic clients is relationship difficulties. So, if you’re reading this and can relate to finding relationships challenging (for various reasons), you’re not alone. In this blog, I’ll attempt to answer the question you likely already have on your mind… ‘How can therapy…
How do I know if I need therapy? How to feel confident in knowing whether to seek therapy or not
‘How do I know if I need therapy?’ or ‘Am I struggling enough to need therapy?’ are two questions you might be currently asking yourself. Maybe you’re wondering if you really need therapy and whether your difficulties are ‘bad enough’ to seek support. If so, this is a common concern that I hear from clients…
Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapy: What is it and how to find it?
The world can often feel like it is made for neurotypical people. Unfortunately, this can apply to the therapy world too. This can mean that there is often a one-size fits all approach when it comes to how therapists work with clients. In this blog, I will explore what neurodiversity-affirming therapy is, what you can…
What actually happens in a therapy session?
With increased mental health awareness, more people are exploring options of support, including therapy. But what actually happens in a therapy session? This post aims to demystify therapy, hopefully making you feel more informed and confident about what to expect. What actually happens in a therapy session: Many therapists will offer a free introductory meeting.…
Outdoor therapy: How to start your journey to feeling better
What is outdoor therapy? Outdoor therapy, sometimes called ‘walk and talk therapy’, involves therapy sessions which are outside. Unlike more ‘traditional’ therapy sessions, they do not involve sitting in an enclosed space. Instead, therapists will choose peaceful spaces such as local nature footpaths to meet you for your session. The sessions will involve walking and/or…