A Reflection from the Therapy Room She sits in the chair across from me, clutching a tissue, her eyes weary with the kind of tiredness that goes beyond sleep. Her voice is barely audible, but every word is soaked in pain. “I don’t know how much longer I can do this… I love my childrenContinue reading “Should I Suffer On in Silence?”
Category Archives: Mental Health
Sunlight, Shadows, and the Roads We Walk
There’s something about sitting in the sun that brings the past into soft focus. On a quiet day, when the world finally slows down, and the light drapes gently across the floor, you find yourself caught between now and then. Not in a sad way—more like a quiet ache. A gentle nod to the lifeContinue reading “Sunlight, Shadows, and the Roads We Walk”
World Autism Awareness Day 2025: Embracing Neurodiversity as Strength
As a psychologist working with children on the autism spectrum, their families, and educators, I have seen both the unique strengths that these individuals bring to society and the challenges they and their support networks face. Autism is not a deficit but a different way of experiencing and interpreting the world. However, many families andContinue reading “World Autism Awareness Day 2025: Embracing Neurodiversity as Strength”
The Power of Music: A Psychologist’s Reflection on Wellbeing, Inclusion, and Emotional Regulation
Introduction Over the years, I have worked with children, young people, and adults struggling with emotional dysregulation, anxiety, depression, and sensory processing challenges. Many of them—particularly those with autism, ADHD, or other Special Educational Needs (SEN)—have faced significant barriers to self-expression, connection, and self-soothing. Yet time and again, I have witnessed how music reaches themContinue reading “The Power of Music: A Psychologist’s Reflection on Wellbeing, Inclusion, and Emotional Regulation”
“Endless Possibilities: Reflecting on Support for Children with Down Syndrome and Their Families”
Every year, World Down Syndrome Day serves as a reminder of the beauty of diversity and the profound value of inclusion. As a psychologist, I find this day offers an important moment to pause and reflect on the incredible resilience of children with Down syndrome and their families — and the power of meaningful supportContinue reading ““Endless Possibilities: Reflecting on Support for Children with Down Syndrome and Their Families””
Nurturing Healing: The Role of Nature and Social Connections in Trauma-Informed Practice
Trauma-informed practice is gaining recognition as a crucial framework in supporting individuals who have experienced adversity, emphasising the importance of understanding trauma’s far-reaching impacts on mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Integrating nature-based interventions and building supportive social connections offers a holistic pathway toward healing for both children and adults. This article explores how these elementsContinue reading “Nurturing Healing: The Role of Nature and Social Connections in Trauma-Informed Practice”
The Power of Feeling Valued: Understanding the Psychological Impact of Respect and Demoralisation
By Dr. M – Psychologist As human beings, we are wired for connection. From infancy, our sense of self is shaped by how others respond to us (Bowlby, 1960). Feeling valued and respected is not just a pleasant experience — it is a fundamental psychological need that underpins emotional well-being, personal growth, and resilience. Conversely,Continue reading “The Power of Feeling Valued: Understanding the Psychological Impact of Respect and Demoralisation”
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