Have you ever felt like life is just a bit much? Like your “emotional battery” is flashing red, and you’re struggling to find the energy to deal with even the small things? As a therapist, I see this all the time. We spend so much time focusing on our...
If your child often seems angry, aggressive, or out of control, you are not alone. Many parents feel confused, exhausted, and even guilty when their child hits, screams, refuses to listen, or melts down over small things. You may wonder, “Why is my child behaving this...
https://www.junabrookes.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Animation-to-explain-EMDR-therapy-to-Children-EMDR-Association-UK-1080p-h264-youtube.mp4 Children and teenagers go through many emotional experiences while growing up. Some are happy, like making friends...
Let’s talk about the kind of heartbreak that doesn’t always get taken seriously. The bowl is still on the floor. Their bed is still in the corner. Your brain knows they’re gone, but your heart hasn’t quite caught up yet. And somehow, you’re expected to carry on like...
Most people don’t enjoy the sight of blood. But for some, even a tiny drop from a paper cut can send their heart racing and make their knees feel like jelly. If this sounds familiar, you might be dealing with hemophobia, which simply means a strong fear of blood. The...
