How Working on Yourself Can Improve Your Relationships
When relationships become difficult, it is natural to focus on the other person.
My blog: insights for a healthier mind
Welcome to the Empower Me Therapy blog, a space where I share thoughts, insights, and real conversations around therapy and counselling. Whether you’re thinking about starting therapy or just want to understand yourself a little better, these posts are here to support you along the way.
Feeling Overwhelmed All the Time? You’re Not Alone
Some days it’s not one major problem causing stress or anxiety.It’s everything.
Living Outside the Script: Authenticity, Shame, and Family Estrangement
For many people, life is expected to follow a particular path.
Understanding Intrusive Thoughts: Why They Happen and Why They Don’t Define You
Intrusive thoughts can feel frightening, confusing, and deeply distressing, especially when people do not fully understand what they are.
Thinking About Thinking: How to Think, Not What to Think
Most of us move through life on autopilot without fully noticing the thoughts running through our minds.
What Is Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM)? Should You Open Up Your Relationship?
Conversations around relationships are changing.
Wondering If Therapy Could Actually Help You?
A lot of people think about therapy for months, sometimes even years, before they ever reach out.
Mental Health Awareness Week: Prioritising Your Mental Health
“The purpose of our lives is to be happy.” – Dalai Lama
From Island Vibes to Deep Healing: What "Virgin Island" (Channel 4, series 2) Teaches Us About Shame, Attachment, and Human Connection
I have a confession: I am only three episodes into Virgin Island, but I’m already hooked, not just by the drama, but by the profound psychological mirror the show holds up to the audience.
How to Deal with Toxic People: Protecting Your Peace and Setting Boundaries
Wouldn’t life feel easier if we could instantly spot toxic people… or avoid them altogether? The reality is, it’s not always that simple.
Do You Find Yourself Blaming Yourself for Everything?
Do you often feel like everything is your fault?
Why finding the right therapist matters
When people begin looking for therapy in Doncaster, one of the most important, yet often overlooked, factors is finding the right therapist for you.