Blogs
How to choose the right therapist for you
Choosing a therapist can be bewildering. While there are important differences between therapeutic modalities, fundamentally it is the personal connection with your chosen therapist that will make all the difference.
Counselling for Men in Oxford
Often, the men I work with in counselling sessions are still functioning outwardly. They’re going to work, replying to messages, looking after other people and keeping things moving. But internally something feels off: life has become heavier, flatter or harder to enjoy, and they no longer feel quite like themselves.
Breaking up with your therapist
Endings are an important part of the therapeutic process. Here's how we can end well when it feels like time to move on.
Recovering from ‘psychosis’ in therapy
It has become much more common in recent years to hear people talk about their mental health challenges, especially around feelings of anxiety and depression. It remains rather less common to hear people talk about the types of altered states which can end people up in psychiatric wards – where the experiences would most likely […]
What to expect from your first therapy session
If you’ve not had therapy before, you may wonder exactly what it entails and what will be expected of you in your first session. Are there certain things you’ll have to talk about? What if gets uncomfortable? Are you going to be pushed to bare your soul immediately? The good news is that, as a […]
The Healing Journey of Grief and Loss
Grief is a natural response to loss, but it can be one of the most challenging emotions to navigate. Whether you've lost a loved one, a relationship, or a significant life opportunity, the sense of absence can feel all-encompassing. At Summertown Therapy, I offer a safe space to explore your grief and find your way […]
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