What to Do When Your Family Expects More Than You Can Give: 6 Supportive Strategies

Feeling stretched thin by your family’s expectations? Discover practical ways to protect your peace while still caring for the people you love.
Perfectionism and Breaking Free from its Chains: 10 Strategies to Self-Acceptance

Perfectionism is like a double-edged sword. On one side, it pushes us to strive for excellence and achieve our goals. But on the other, it can create a constant state of stress, anxiety, and self-doubt. In my Bradford based therapy practice I often work with individuals who grapple with the overwhelming desire to be perfect […]
3 Valuable Mental Health Techniques: Distraction, Relaxation, and Mindfulness [with examples]

Author: Diana Freitas, Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist Clients often come to therapy looking for strategies to help them manage their difficult emotions and thoughts. Given how fast-paced and stressful society is, I understand why this is such a common ask. Learning strategies and techniques to manage our mental and emotional well-being is just as important […]