How many counselling sessions do I need?
Many people are eager to know before they start counselling: how many sessions will I need? In this article, you’ll discover what to expect when you begin the process of therapy. As you’ll discover, there is not always an exact answer, because it depends on different factors. I can tell you that one or two …
8 Surprisingly Effective Ways to stop procrastinating and become a Master of Commitment
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between people who are good at committing to things and those who are bad? It’s not what you think. It’s not that you were born that way. Nor is it your personality type. Masters of commitment follow a useful set of guidelines— they know what to do …
How much does therapy cost?
How much does therapy cost? The cost of therapy can vary from very little to over £100 per session. If you go through the NHS, then it is free, of course. The downside is that you usually have to wait at least eight weeks, sometimes much longer. Why does the price of therapy vary so …
#30: Mindfulness Meditation (10 mins)
Find some calm with just 10 mins of Mindfulness Mindfulness isn’t new. It might even be as old as horses. What works isn’t about finding the latest and shiniest new thing. What works is about what has been tested over time and been shown to make a difference. Mindfulness makes a difference. OK, its not …
#29 Turning your inner critic into your supporter with self compassion
Using Self Compassion to turn your inner critic into your biggest supporter I am speaking with a blog writer, an author and founder of #365daysofcompassion, which is an online global community of people sharing thoughts, reflections and information about compassion and well-being. With a particular emphasis on compassion focused therapy and compassionate mind training, this …
#28 Are you addicted to sugar? An interview with Sheri Taylor
Are you addicted to sugar? Do you like sugary foods? Who doesn’t? Do you struggle to control your intake of chocolate, biscuits, cakes or sugary drinks? Do you ever wonder if you’re addicted? In this episode, I speak with Dietician, Sheri Taylor, owner of EAT Great, FEEL Great. If you’ve ever wondered about how to …
#27 Taking control of your own health and long term conditions with Sarah Rees
The CBT Journal Project – Taking control of your health and long term condition The Department of Health tells us that 15 million people in UK suffer with a Long Term Condition (LTC). Long term conditions or chronic diseases are conditions for which there is currently no cure. They are managed (with mixed success) with …
#26 Let’s stop using self-help to overcome our suffering – An interview with Patricia Murphy
Let’s Stop using Self-Help to overcome our suffering A Conversation with Patricia Murphy Welcome to Episode #26. In this episode, I get the pleasure of speaking to a lady who’s not afraid to speak her mind. She qualified as a Mental Health Nurse in 1985 and shares with us the benefits of her many years …
#25 Is resistance futile? How to reduce the stress of a heavy workload in a fast-paced work environment
How to reduce the stress of a heavy workload in a fast-paced work environment In episode #25 of Self-Help Sat-Nav, you’ll discover the forces of oppression that make you work so damn hard all the time. Sources of oppression, whether they’re other people or thoughts and feelings from within, can be powerful. Fast-paced work environments …