From the Therapy Chair

In therapy, we often return to certain themes again and again. To support that process, I’ve developed a series of research-informed resources that explore these topics in depth.

Each article distils current psychological evidence into a practical, accessible guide. They can be useful whether you’re in therapy, thinking about starting, or supporting someone else. They may also help you to reflect and take small steps toward lasting change.

Dr Mitchell Coates
Understanding Anxiety Living With Depression Understanding ADHD Difference Between Autism and ADHD Bipolar Disorder Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder
What Is Burnout? The Sleep-Mental Health Connection Building a Healthy Daily Routine How to Cope with Overwhelm Apps for Anxiety and Panic Alcohol Use Disorder
Preparing for Your First Counselling Session Understanding the Counselling Journey Different Therapeutic Approaches Narrative Therapy Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ACT: The Power of 'Values' Work Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
Self-Esteem Isn’t the Same as Confidence Emotional Caregivers Seeing the World Through Different Lenses Understanding Human Development What Are the Stages of Trauma Recovery? When Therapy Feels Too Slow or Too Hard
Adult Friendships and Loneliness Communication in Adult Relationships How Attachment Shows up in Adult Relationships Boundaries for People Who Feel Too Much Parenting Neurodivergent Teens Parenting Teens

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