Birthdays are more than just numbers—they mark the passage of time, stirring deep reflections on memory, change, and the future. How do we truly experience time, and what does it reveal about us? Explore the psychology and philosophy of ageing, nostalgia, and the unconscious.

Discover how Schema Therapy bridges psychoanalysis and cognitive-behavioural approaches to address deep-seated emotional patterns. Explore its transformative techniques through a detailed case study. Learn how this innovative therapy fosters healing, self-worth, and healthier relationships.

Discover how psychoanalytic insights uncover the roots of Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) while practical tools like Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) help manage its symptoms. Learn to bridge understanding and action for holistic anxiety treatment. Take control and find balance today.

Struggling with obsessive thoughts and anxiety can feel overwhelming, but effective therapy offers hope. This story explores how combining psychodynamic insights with CBT and ERP helped one person break free from OCD’s grip. Learn how evidence-based approaches can transform your mental health journey.

Anxiety is the body’s natural response to perceived danger or stress, rooted in survival mechanisms. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition rooted in anxiety. It involves intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) aimed at reducing distress caused by those thoughts.

Explore the timeless tale of Ulysses and the Sirens through the lens of psychoanalysis, uncovering insights into desire, temptation, and self-mastery.

A successful relationship, much like a dance, requires effort, adaptability, and the ability to dream together while remaining grounded in the here and now.

Discover the transformative power of the week between December 24 and 31—a time for reflection, letting go, and setting intentions. Learn how embracing this pause can bring clarity and renewal as you step into the new year.

The Winter Solstice symbolizes hope, introspection, and renewal, offering a powerful metaphor for personal growth and resilience. This blog explores its psychological themes and their relevance to psychotherapy and emotional well-being.

Why do clients sometimes lie in therapy? In this post, I share an anonymized case that highlights the complexities of trust and honesty at the start of the therapeutic journey, exploring why clients might misrepresent themselves and how therapists can respond with empathy and understanding.