Our Human Givens Psychotherapist Richard Munn recently spoke with Betweenusclinic.com about erectile dysfunction and mindfulness. Read the full article here:- […]

Seasonal affective disorder is a legitimate mental health phenomenon characterised by prolonged or recurring feelings of depression and has been closely linked to the changing of seasons

A generation of children could be “failed” because of a lack of adequate mental health support, experts have said.

The UK government has pledged an ambitious programme of revolutionising mental health over the next three years, seeing all mental health service [...]

You don’t have to be a master masseuse to take your partner on a relaxing mind and body journey.

We found that the histamine in the brain was triggered by the inflammatory response and directly inhibited the release of serotonin.

Nurses have been working tirelessly throughout the pandemic. It’s time they took care of themselves and their mental health too.

It is also quite possible that, as the stigma around mental illness has lifted in recent decades, more people have felt confident enough to speak openly and candidly about their struggles.

Beginning counselling for the first time can be daunting enough – but add ‘fear of the unknown’ into the mix, and that’s another worry to add to your mental load.

The honeymoon phase at the beginning of many relationships can be pretty intensive and couples spend a lot of time together, which can get in the way of work or spending time with family or friends.

One common problem that occurs between couples, by definition, tend to be about the fear conflict, on some level.

Depression casts long shadows, which can linger after symptoms have improved. Once the acute pain ameliorates, many people experience a hollow feeling that traps them in the outer shadows of depression.

The coronavirus pandemic has forced children to deal with many changes over the past 15 months. While adjusting to remote learning and [...]

A positive communication style in which you clearly express your concerns to your partner and actively listen to theirs is the first step toward resolving conflict.

Already set to reform the entertainment industry, in March 2020 it was announced that the NHS was due to start using VR therapy to help people overcome social anxiety.

Spending time in nature and the great outdoors can have excellent benefits for our mental health,’ says Dr Katherine Kennet, of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

Whether it’s social anxiety, money or just getting overwhelmed, there are so many reasons we might hold back from being proactive. Here’s how to avoid those pitfalls.

NHS England has set out plans to improve patient access to mental health services with a proposal to introduce five new waiting time guarantees.

Continued workplace anxiety may erode your confidence over time, causing you to ignore your strengths at work so that you focus only on your limitations and underestimate your ability to cope with difficulties if they were to arise.

Do you think our parents had it easier when it comes to parenting? Do you sometimes feel that it’s harder to be a parent now than it was 30 years ago?

Two treatments were effective and provided long-term benefits for patients with social anxiety disorder, according to results of a randomised clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry.

Up to half of all children and teenagers referred to mental health, learning disability and autism services in the run-up to the pandemic were left without proper support.

Most long-term relationships go through ups and downs. It’s important to know what reality looks like so you don’t have to feel like a failure every time it hits. As you accept what you and your partner struggle with, it means you can get help and improve things.

The impact of return-to-work anxiety can be huge, whether returning from working at home or going back after furlough. It’s a big transition on the back of a year that’s already been filled with uncertainty and worry.

The mask-wearing that has become the norm during the Covid-19 pandemic can increase distress among those with pre-existing social anxiety issues, according to new research.

It is hard to imagine the drastic change to the way we live has not had an impact on the population’s mental health.

While finding out you’re pregnant is exciting news, many expectant mums can experience anxiety about the big change coming up in their lives.

The truth is that meditation is something that has been found to have quite a number of benefits, including reduced levels of anxiety and stress – which might be exactly what you’re looking for.

Millions of people experience intimate partner violence (IPV) in their lifetime and assessment is important in conducting therapy and assisting victims.

Age was found to be one of the clearest determinants of mental well-being. Adolescents and young adults exhibited depression, anxiety and other adverse outcomes more so than older adults or younger peers.

Poor mental health has cost his business between £25,000 and £40,000 in lost contracts, plus a further £200,000 in potential new business.

Health anxiety gives very similar symptoms to other anxiety disorders. While there are some common symptoms and signs, everyone is different, meaning they’ll experience symptoms differently.

Suffering with social anxiety can be frightening, but there are simple techniques you can try to help you feel better and get through the day.

It is hoped that digital mental health diagnostics will experience that same advancement, and lead to more equitable treatment for all.

When the IAPT programme was launched in 2008, CBT was recommended as the first-line treatment for anxiety and depression.

Here, we explain what a mental health counsellor does, how to find a counsellor and what to do if you wish to become one.

Research has increasingly demonstrated that when it comes to promoting mental resilience, we may also want to turn to our immune system.

Not all popular psychology is self-help (remember genre one), and not all self-help literature is grounded in psychology or produced by psychologists.

The act of caring for plants is, in itself, a supportive, mindful experience – helping us to soothe stress and refocus our minds. Here, we explore six plants that pack just that.

The pandemic has taken a major toll on our sex lives. Why are our intimate relationships flagging – and could the damage be long lasting?

In a healthy relationship, life can — and does — get in the way. We’re going to feel pressure from work or finances every now and then.

A relationship involves shared responsibility and communication, so if you find yourself navigating life individually without much regard for your partner, it could be a sign that the relationship has come to an end.

According to the reward devaluation theory, anxious and depressed patients actively avoid and devalue positivity and rewarding activities.

In 2018, Theresa May’s Government promised that an ‘LGBT action plan’ would bring forward proposals to make the criminalisation of conversion therapy a priority.

While the momentum has many people excited, the idea of getting back into “normal” life has many others feeling FOGO — the fear of going out.

To me, good mental health isn’t feeling happy 24/7. It’s feeling everything, even the unpleasant or scary emotions that we think might derail us, and keeping on.

Bedfordshire Police force’s mental health street triage (MHST) team have given the BBC unprecedented access to highlight the surge in demand for their services during the pandemic.

Parents play a crucial role in supporting their kids’ mental health. The National Organization of School Psychologists underscores the role that parents can play during this time.

Soon we will no longer be trapped in our homes and skittering away from strangers. A few experts remind us how to be social again.

It sets the scene with a comprehensive understanding of compulsive sexual behaviours and very early on gives the foundations for a sex-positive and pluralistic approach to helping clients manage their compulsive sexual behaviours. 

Cognitive biases like “binary bias” tend to make us see decisions as consisting of two “black and white” options, rather than deliberating over myriad shades of grey.

Stress caused by the Covid-19 pandemic is leading to a rise in demand for anger management counselling.

Steps also need to be taken to counterbalance the effects of policies that have led to periods of social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly where young people are concerned.

Stress caused by the Covid-19 pandemic is leading to a rise in demand for anger management counselling.

Sometimes, people are sending out a cry for help and they’re not being heard, or they’re too scared to ask for it in the first place.

Sometimes, people are sending out a cry for help and they’re not being heard, or they’re too scared to ask for it in the first place.

Sometimes, people are sending out a cry for help and they’re not being heard, or they’re too scared to ask for it in the first place.

Sometimes, people are sending out a cry for help and they’re not being heard, or they’re too scared to ask for it in the first place.

The mental health of people newly reliant on state benefits and financial support during the pandemic worsened far more last year than in the wider population.

The number of NHS staff reporting significant mental health issues quadrupled during the first wave of Covid-19, according to what [...]

More than half of UK tech workers report that their workloads have increased during Covid-19, according to a survey from […]

A March 2021 New York Times article asked the question “How much weight did we gain during lockdowns?” The answer was 2 […]

I just turned 45. It passed without commotion. Although a few Zoom calls and text messages marked the day as […]

Experts have warned “there is no quick fix” for improving empathy, as besieged Coalition MP Andrew Laming takes leave to undertake an […]

Almost two-thirds of nurses feel their mental health has deteriorated since the initial peak of the pandemic last spring and that national wellbeing support is still not good enough

If you’re currently relying on home-working or overseeing a staged return to the office, are you still responsible for your […]

The original version of this article was originally published on Psychology Today by Kristen Fuller, M.D. Bipolar disorder affects nearly 3 […]

The original version of this article was originally published on KHTS. Thankfully, we have moved past the stigmas around going […]

The original version of this article was first published on BBC News. Almost two-thirds of university students in the UK […]

The original version of this article was first published in The Guardian. They may seem grandiose, but some narcissists are […]

The original version of this article was first published in The Guardian. It is pleasing that Lucy Foulkes’ experience (What [...]

The original version of this article was originally published on Rewire by Jake Schultz. In some ways, Beverly Friedmann and […]

The original version of this article was first published in Simply Business by Catriona Smith. Three in four tradespeople say […]

The original version of this article was first published in BBC News by George Herd. “You might have to fight […]

The original version of this article was first published in The New York Times by Gina Hamadey. If you are […]

The original version of this article was first published in BBN Times by Daniel Hall. Counselling can be quite daunting […]

The original version of this article was first published in Psychology Today by Susan Krauss Whitbourne Ph.D. (Follow him on […]

The original version of this article was first published in Psychology Today by Jonathan D. Raskin, Ph.D. (Follow him on […]

The original version of this article was first published in Psychology Today by Steve Taylor Ph.D. (Follow him on Twitter). […]

The original version of this article was first published in Psychology Today by Beverly D. Flaxington (Follow her on Twitter). […]

The original version of this article was first published on inews by Joanna Whitehead. Public Health England (PHE) is set to […]

The original version of this article was first published on the American Psychological Association by Hannah Calkins. With telehealth (online […]

The original version of this article was first published on inews by Charlie Duffield. Child and adolescent mental health specialists are predicting a […]

The original version of this article was first published in The Guardian by Michael Savage. A surge in child mental […]

The original version of this article was first published on Psychology Today by Mark Travers. Low sexual desire is the most […]

The original version of this article was first published on Psychology Today by Leon F. Seltzer, Ph.D (follow him on […]

The original version of this article was first published on Psychology Today by David DiSalvo While stressful events throw us off our […]

The original version of this article was first published on Pinsent Masons by Fiona Cameron. Work-related stress, depression or anxiety […]

The original version of this article was first published on The Guardian by Nicola Davis (follow her on Twitter). A […]

As winter descends on the northern hemisphere and the temperature drops and daylight hours shorten, many people may want to [...]

The original version of this article was first published on Insider by Amy Morin. It’s common to hear people say […]

The original version of this article was first published on Mad in America by Javier Rizo. A recently published meta-analysis […]

The original version of this article was first published on Healthline. Life can be challenging. Even if you’re lucky enough […]

The original version of this article was first published on Mental Health Today by Ed Brown. Online mental health services […]

The original version of this article was first published on Cosmopolitan by Emily Gulla. Attachment theory might sound like something […]

The original version of this article was first published in Psychology Today by Neel Burton M.D (Follow him on Twitter). [...]

The original version of this article was first published on Happiful by Andy Barker and Beth Wood. Do you have [...]

The original version of this article was first published on Inc. by  Laura Garnett (follow her on Twitter). Stress and busyness are […]

The original version of this article was first published on Forbes by Bryan Robinson, PhD (follow him on Twitter). Has […]

The original version of this article was first published on Forbes by Bryan Robinson, PhD (follow him on Twitter). Rituals […]

People pleasing, approval seeking, need to please, need to be liked syndrome—call it what you will, but seeking self-worth through [...]

The parallels between chronic disease and COVID-19 I recently spoke at a conference for patients with C3 Glomerulopathy (C3g) and [...]

Social isolation can transform a mouse’s brain. Among other behaviours, mice kept alone for two weeks become hypersensitive to a [...]

If your friends are also friends with each other, you might feel more supported with friends support when times get […]

FROM socially distanced dating to post-lockdown divorces, coronavirus has wreaked havoc on our covid-19 relationships. Here, three women share the […]

As the COVID-19 pandemic upends the lives of young people around the world, a long-simmering youth mental health crisis threatens […]

One of the most impressive, disturbing works of science journalism I’ve encountered is Anatomy of an Epidemic: Magic Bullets, Psychiatric […]

The police are being called to deal with soaring numbers of incidents involving people suffering from mental health crises, sparking […]

Britain is sleepwalking into a mental health crisis as the government struggles to deal with the monumental effects of the [...]

Calling transgender youth by their chosen name can reduce their chance of dying by suicide by as much as 65 […]

Here we go again. A third national lockdown is looming and it’s time to get proactive about our lockdown mental […]

As the COVID-19 pandemic took hold in Spring 2020, relationships researchers began to study this unique time to try to […]

Number of Britons seeking help for suicidal thoughts 'has TRIPLED since the first lockdown' as psychiatrists warn the UK faces [...]

The most important currency in life isn’t money, it’s time, according to health and wellness expert Deepak Chopra. Building what […]

Neuroscientists have known for decades that physical activity improves memory functions. Since the early 2000s, numerous human and animal studies […]

Sure, exercise and diet are important. But the people close to you matter, too. You have probably seen lists of […]

The most important currency in life isn’t money, it’s time, according to health and wellbeing expert Deepak Chopra. Building what […]

Experiencing childhood adversity and traumatic events as a child is predictive of higher levels of depression in adulthood, and also […]

I usually write about overeating, but today I'd like to do a follow up to my previous article "The Single [...]

Neuroscientists have continued delving into the relationship between the brain and mental illness to offer hope to those who suffer. [...]

It seems that Covid-19 is either increasing baby-making or ending relationships. Is spending an abundant amount of time with your [...]

When it comes to our wellbeing and leading a happy and fulfilled life, many of us focus on long-term goals: [...]

Most people will never be famous, not even for fifteen minutes. Nevertheless, thanks largely to social media, the possibility of […]

Solipsism: Not merely that the whole world is constructed around you, but that your inner experience is the only one […]

Positive psychology is one of the most powerful tools available when it comes to building lasting, fulfilling customer relationships. This […]

Infidelity is unfortunately a common issue faced by countless couples in a relationship. But since no person or relationship is […]

Cartoons can have a real life impact on the way you perceive relationships. I remember staring blankly at the television, […]

ADHD brains may not linger on unpleasant issues, leaving somatic discomforts unaddressed. Somatic therapy for adults with ADHD begins with […]

A new study reveals that the consequences of climate change stretch beyond the environment and our physical health to our […]

Anxiety, depression and work-related stress are common issues, but counsellor Bernie Hackett says that, due to the pandemic mental health […]

Four in 10 secondary school pupils are currently unable to access school counselling mental health support, new research shows. Children’s […]

Today (16 October) we have published updates on two pieces of work that highlight the issues people face around access […]

Poor Mental Health disorders such as anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are “particularly common” in nurses, doctors and […]

There’s an increase in the severity of Covid-19 Mental Health Cases being presented and an increase of referrals from children […]

We understand that many young people, recognising the need for help, are turning to technology – smartphone apps, websites, and […]

Long before I was a registered dietitian I was on vacation in Florida when I reached into the cookie tin […]

Mindfulness – When anxiety threatens our peace of mind, it can be difficult to stay in the moment. But one […]

Sensual Communication – When you put words to your desire for your partner, you can experience a satisfying relationship in […]

A guide to safer sex for trans men: how to manage risks and maintain good sexual health. Trans men, for […]

One bout of aerobic exercise boosts attention and concentration for two hours The link between regular aerobic exercise, better brain […]

Here’s how to pull yourself out of despair and live your life Surge Capacity – It was the end of […]

Healthy functioning for a penis is one of the more shamed and misunderstood elements of sexuality. “Erectile Dysfunction” is a […]

When the UK went into lockdown, thousands of customer-facing businesses found themselves obsolete overnight. Hairdressers, masseurs and gyms – how could [...]

There's a Way to Tell When Your Partner is Gaslighting You You have undoubtedly heard the term “gaslighting,” a communication [...]

Does Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Reduce Headaches? Migraine headaches are notoriously difficult to treat with pain medications, which perform no better [...]

New Study Highlights COVID-19 Suicide Risk   As the world continues to struggle against the coronavirus, and the U.S. is [...]

Are You Hypnotised By Your Phone?   Smartphone overuse is increasingly understood to be associated with poor mental health, developmental, [...]

Between 2010 and 2015, spending on children’s mental health services fell by nearly £50m – more than six per cent [...]

When the UK went into lockdown, thousands of customer-facing businesses found themselves obsolete overnight. Hairdressers, masseurs and gyms – how [...]

A leading charity has warned the lockdown is storing up a mental health epidemic behind closed doors.   Ian Harrison [...]

Imagine being separated from the one you love. Or stuck with the one you don’t, or being alone? Stories of [...]

William Wordsworth climbed Mt. Snowdon in North Wales when he was 21. Undertaken mostly at night, it was an epic […]

Six months ago, none of us could have anticipated how our lives would look now. But as the true scale [...]

How do our communities remain emotionally and socially connected when we must be physically apart? It’s very hard to separate […]

COVID-19 has forced almost the entire UK into our houses. The new-to human virus that causes respiratory infection and can […]

Give Yourself A Fighting Chance 5 Things People With Hidden Depression Do Depression is a very volatile emotion for anyone [...]

Coronavirus has plunged the world into uncertainty and the constant news about the pandemic can feel relentless. All of this [...]

Living With Worry And Anxiety Amidst Global Uncertainty Our world is changing rapidly at the moment. Given some of the [...]

Isolation-Proof Your Live-In Relationship - Long days constantly in your partner’s company may open old wounds – but experts suggest [...]

Our team read this article recently which was written by Mark McCormack, a professor of Sociology in the Department of […]

This article on the lasting trauma of infertility was published on The New York Times website and was written by […]

The Local Counselling Centre recently came across this article about unprocessed trauma and how it is stored in the body. […]

An article was recently published on the Medical News Bulletin website about the link between childhood exposure to domestic violence [...]

This recent article published on BBC news highlights changes coming into effect in Wales where sex and religious education will […]

The following article was recently published by Motherly and discusses 15 positive ways to help children manage their anger. Many […]

The following article was recently published by the NYT Parenting and talks about how ‘helicopter parenting’ has become the norm […]

The following article was recently published on The Guardian’s website and discusses the results of a survey suggesting four in […]

Psychology Today recently published the following article written by Dr. Mariane Brandon about what surprises her most about her role […]

The Local Counselling Centre recently came across this interesting article explaining 14 traits of adult children of alcoholics which was […]

The article below was published on the Psychology Today website, documenting the rare truth about sexual compulsivity. Sexual compulsivity, also […]

The article below was published on Inverse.com and talks about the use of art therapy to boost health. On Monday, […]

The following article on outlawed grief was recently published on The Gottman Institute website and was written by Jonathan Trotter. […]

This article was published on the Girl Scouts website focussing on children and consent, specifically daughters, around the holidays. Holidays […]

We recently came across this article on how to heal from trauma which was written by Andrea Brandt for Psychology […]

The following article on infertility was recently published in the New York Times and was written by Regina Townsend, founder […]

The Local Counselling Centre came across this article on a parenting website about the childrens’ book The Giving Tree. Like […]

The Guardian recently published the following article on multiple orgasms and whether or not they exist… On-screen depictions of sex […]

This article on deep discussions that can save a relationship was recently published on The Guardian website: How often do […]

Psychology Today recently published an article on the common cause of procrastination. A growing understanding has emerged that procrastination is […]

The Local Counselling Centre came across this article on mental health and physical health and how writing down what you […]

The Local Counselling Centre found this article, published on Psychology Today on a narcissist relationship & gaslighting and why it can be so devastating.

Husband and I don’t have sex – what can I do? “Dear Therapist” is published each Monday on The Atlantic […]

What is the key to a happy relationship? We recently read this article on Metro.co.uk about arguing in a relationship […]

This article on Voluntary childlessness was published on the Metro website recently in which a woman explained her reasons why ‘I don’t want children’

Metro.co.uk recently published an article on high functioning depression which we thought gave a great insight into the condition: This […]

Are you afraid to exit a relationship? Schooloflife.com published ten ideas for people who are: 1. You are, to a […]

We recently came across this article on psychiatric diagnosis… A new study, published in Psychiatry Research, has concluded that a […]

3 Ways to Work Through the Anger Stage of Grief We came across this article with 3 steps to work […]

We found this article on why spending time with friends improves your health, and found it an interesting read, so […]

Theresa May calls for mental health to be a priority. Every new teacher in England will be trained in how […]

We recently came across this article on “When you’re ‘Too Functional’ to have your Mental Illness taken seriously… I’ve read […]

The term trauma is widely used in the media and most of us have heard stories of people traumatised by horrific events and suffering with conditions such as PTSD

‘She was just so beautiful!’ my client declares, more to herself than to me. ‘Beautiful in a whole person way. […]

Perhaps it is easier to say what gender is not – it is not sex, and the two words should never be confused as meaning the same thing.

So we’ve had another reminder this week that our culture divides mental and physical health, to the detriment of those suffering with the former.

For me, the ability to shift my attention from inside of my mind to the outside world is my ‘go to’ medicine in my mental health first aid cabinet.

The rich diversity of sexual practices, sexual identities and relationship constructs in human experience makes writing on the subject of sex and relationships inherently fraught with difficulty.

I am Marja Crowther, sexual and relationship therapist, general counsellor and supervisor based in Barnet. I believe life is about […]

We are at the point of real change in social attitudes to gender and sexual diversity and it’s our children […]

Hi, my name is Joyce and I am one of LCC’s specialist sex and relationship therapists. I  worked for the NHS […]

I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good romance or who has personal interest, or is just curious, about what it may be like to be transgendered.

Oh no, It is that time of year again! I could have sworn it was only last week when I […]

Christmas is a fun time of year. All around us are images of people having fun, in perfect houses with perfect […]

Since qualifying as an art therapist in 2008, I’ve worked extensively in school and NHS settings, supporting children, adolescents and […]

As a relationship therapist I am often saddened by the complexity of maintaining a clandestine relationship within a primary relationship, […]

“So you like the clothes and the make-up? Is that why you want to be a woman?” This is the […]

So it’s the long school summer holidays again and I face the challenge common to most parents of balancing work […]

So the programme has finished and we all know the outcome of MAFS, and rather like the morning after a [...]

As we head towards the last instalment of “Married at First Sight” everyone I speak to wants to know the […]

Joanna Coker, psychologist, relationship expert and Clinical Director of LCC, discusses her involvement in ‘Married at First Sight’ the new […]

We are very proud to announce that our very own Julie Sale, LCC Director, is the Guest Editor of the […]

I first met Anne three years ago. She was a very fit 70-year-old woman who lived alone and told me […]

I take care of my elderly mum and am more than happy to do so because I love her and [...]

Kirstie is an integrative therapist, a general member of the College Of Sex and Relationship Therapists (COSRT) and a registered member [...]

I am not normally one to stand on a soap-box and shout out my thoughts and feelings on a subject. [...]

As a relationship therapist, I am often asked questions about relationships. The top two must be; ‘what does a great […]

Krystal Woodbridge, Psychosexual Therapist & Relationship Counsellor at LCC continues our series on relationships The presence or absence of authenticity [...]