Does Your Perception Define Your Reality?

The way we view life can often influence our emotions and how we behave.  We tend to attach meaning to things that happen to us such as the manner in which someone talks to us, how our team performs, watching the news etc….  Read more …

How can Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) help with anxiety?

CBT has been given a lot of press over the last few years.  This is largely due to it being an evidence based therapy meaning that organisations such as the NHS can see the differences that are being made. It is can also be a very effective therapy to allow people to free themselves from their self limiting thoughts and beliefs and for them to have tools and strategies to manage their lives effectively.  Read more …

North – South divide

An investigation by The Guardian has found that prescription rates for anti-depressants in the north of England are up to 3 times higher than in the south.  NICE guidelines clearly state that pills should not be the first resort in helping mild to moderate depression and instead favour talking therapies such as CBT or Counselling as these work better and do not have risky side effects.

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