Honest, plain-language writing on mental health, counselling, and the daily realities our clients face.
A great percentage of my work in marriage counselling is with women who are going through the early or late stages of separation from their long-time partner. Whether these women are Asian or Western, the predicament can be extremely challenging when they are trying to balance the practical side of surviving day-to-day with the emotional train wreck that surrounds them.
Jul 27, 2026 · 7 min read
TLC to most couples is mentioned casually in passing as a hint or gesture of something desired but not really expected in this fast paced cosmopolitan lifestyle. It hardly evokes the real response it was intended for and is so deeply needed in all relationships.
Jul 26, 2026 · 2 min read
My first experience of yoga was while I was working at Cambridge University and I was assigned to a research project looking at the benefits of yoga. I had always…
Jul 25, 2026 · 3 min read
What does it mean to truly know who you are?
Jul 24, 2026 · 3 min read
To mark Pride month, I wanted to share some thoughts on how we can all make equality, inclusivity and compassion a cornerstone of our lives. As a British Chinese woman and an LGBTQIA+ affirming and fully culturally competent counsellor, it is my deep calling to support and provide safety for all culturally diverse clients.
Jul 23, 2026 · 3 min read
Women’s Day is more than a celebration, it’s an opportunity to rethink women’s major health concerns: stress, one of the leading causes of health issues.
Jul 22, 2026 · 7 min read
Feeling secure in your self-identity provides a foundation from which to reach out to another. “Hi I’m Jason and I Coach couples and partnerships to be more conscious and intentional in their relationships”.
Jul 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) fosters respect, belonging, and fairness in society. Reiki, with its foundational principles of love, compassion, and authenticity, enhances DEI efforts by promoting holistic well-being and personal growth. This ancient healing practice provides innovative support for achieving DEI goals.
Jul 19, 2026 · 3 min read
A Rumination, the tendency to repeatedly dwell on distressing thoughts and feelings, can significantly affect the mental health of young people. It can lead to increased anxiety and depression, impaired…
Jul 18, 2026 · 3 min read
At 17, one of my teachers told me I was dyslexic and that I needed to “work extra hard” to succeed. At 33, an educational psychologist officially diagnosed me with broad dyslexia (Reading Comprehension Impairment) and visual-spatial reasoning difficulties. However, the true turning point in my journey came at 37 when I was diagnosed with ADHD. It was a moment of clarity that reframed decades of self-doubt and burnout.
Jul 17, 2026 · 5 min read
Amanda* (not her real name) sat on the couch opposite me, phone in hand, staring at the freshly downloaded dating app. Again. It wasn’t the first time she had sworn off swiping, declaring herself done with the endless loop of mismatched conversations and vanishing connections. But here she was, redownloading it after another short-lived hiatus.
Jul 16, 2026 · 5 min read
In the whirlwind of high-profile careers, it can feel like we're constantly chasing one deadline after another, striving to achieve goals, meet expectations, and juggle responsibilities. It’s a cycle that…
Jul 15, 2026 · 5 min read
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