by Emma Thomson | Aug 31, 2022 | On My Mind
During my Summer travels I came accross a project to leave stones around a local village with messages of hope and love written on them. I found it so inspiring that you could just pick up the stone and hold on to it, taking in the message, then placing it somewhere...
by Emma Thomson | Aug 16, 2022 | On My Mind
Being aware of our emotional load and knowing when it’s becoming too much is a careful balancing act. Physical overwhelm is probably easier to recognise for most of us; back pain or a headache which means we have to stop and take notice, even go to bed....
by Emma Thomson | Jul 11, 2022 | On My Mind
Travelling and holidays are mostly seen as great ways to relax and recuperate. However as the Summer holiday time arrives, I have clients who are finding it all incredibly stressful and very triggering for their anxiety. So how can something we all seem to long for...
by Emma Thomson | Jun 9, 2022 | On My Mind
When we are in recovery from mental or physical illness, we need to learn to fully rest and let go in order to start to feel well. I often work with clients who find this a challenge, they busy themselves with to do lists and appointments. In many ways they are too...
by Emma Thomson | May 12, 2022 | On My Mind
I am often asked by clients when they will be better, when they will recover and be fully themselves again after struggles with their mental illness. This question is a deeply complex one and very relevant indeed in Mental Health Awareness Week. Mental health for me...
