You are Perfectly You
Posted by siteadmin on October 9, 2020
This post is particuarly to all of my clients (present, past and those of you on my waiting list) who have worked through this pandemic and maintained their commitment to themselves. It is also to anyone that these feelings touch.
Thank you for being you. You are amazing. You turned towards the pain when you could have tried to ignore it.
Your courage, determination to change your circumstances, commitment to moving forward in a healthier way of living and honesty in connecting with your emotions is inspiring and humbling.
As human beings there will always be times when we struggle emotionally - Read More
The Power of Music…
Posted by siteadmin on March 1, 2020
Hey Kermit, I’m not sure if they teach the recorder in school these days but actually music is a super way to express emotions, relax and ease stress be that listening to it or playing an instrument. Give it a go!
Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD)
Posted by siteadmin on March 1, 2020
I attended a conference yesterday discussing the needs and support available for individuals living with Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (formally known as Borderline Personality Disorder as it was thought to sit somewhere between psychosis and unstable personalities with a move now to call it EUPD – Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder and now CPTSD). Those of you that know me will know that I am not a fan of labels as often they are the division between receiving help and not receiving help which leaves many individuals being unsupported in the health system.
A key element that was stressed at the - Read More
Emotional Regulation Support Group
Posted by siteadmin on March 1, 2020
Enigma is a support group in Stowmarket supporting individuals who struggle with regulating their emotions. They follow a Dialectical Behaviour therapy approach based around the workbook by McKay,Wood and Brantley – there are exercises but completing them is not compulsory. This is your recovery and your experience to finding greater wellness when you feel ready and able to do so. Expect to meet people from all walks of life; teachers, shop workers,retired individuals, healthcare professionals, students…mental health doesn’t discriminate and this amazing group come together to share thoughts,ideas,coping methods and experiences as well as much cake, friendship and laughter - Read More
Suffolk Family Carers – Resource info
Posted by siteadmin on March 1, 2020
It’s not just people in need of care and support but their carers and loved ones too. For some being someone’s carer is a known entity when entering into a relationship with someone that needs care. For others it can develop over time. There is help and support for you to. Just as Al Anon exists to support families and friends of alcoholics, https://www.al-anonuk.org.uk/ , Suffolk Family Carers offer a large range of support options for carers.
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