Starting Therapy Tips
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Advice For Starting Therapy: 10 Tips

Beginning the journey of therapy can feel both daunting and empowering. Whether you're now finally able to start getting the support you need, or just contemplating taking that first step of seeking support, it can be a complex and emotional time.  Drawing from my experience in DBT and my journey of mental health recovery, I've… Continue reading Advice For Starting Therapy: 10 Tips

Tips for managing anxiety
Blog, Mental Health

14 Therapy-Inspired Tips For Managing Anxiety

Anxiety can feel overwhelming, but with the right tools and techniques, you absolutely can learn to navigate it more effectively. Taking inspiration from various therapy modalities, including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness practices, I've put together a set of practical tips to help you manage anxiety more mindfully.  Each tip… Continue reading 14 Therapy-Inspired Tips For Managing Anxiety

Mindfulness mental health activities
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5 Mindfulness Mental Health Activities You Can Try Today

Finding moments of calm amidst the chaos can sometimes feel like an impossible feat. But fear not, because I've got five simple and quick mindfulness mental health activities lined up for you.  From simple mindfulness practices to grounding techniques and even a yummy gratitude practice, these activities are designed to help you cultivate awareness, reduce… Continue reading 5 Mindfulness Mental Health Activities You Can Try Today

DBT Mindfulness WHAT Skills Blog
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Your Guide To DBT’s ‘WHAT’ Skills

In this guide, we're going to unpack the ‘WHAT’ skills of the Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) mindfulness module: Observe, Describe, and Participate. These skills aren't just fancy concepts; they're practical tools that can help us navigate the ups and downs of life with a little more grace and a lot less stress. So, what exactly… Continue reading Your Guide To DBT’s ‘WHAT’ Skills

Behaviour Chain Analysis DBT
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What is Chain Analysis in DBT?

In the context of DBT, behaviour chain analysis really is an incredibly powerful exercise. Rooted in behavioural psychology, this technique delves deep into the sequential events that form behaviour chains, offering invaluable insights into triggers, reactions, and consequences.  DBT, developed by Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, is a form of behavioural therapy based on CBT, renowned… Continue reading What is Chain Analysis in DBT?