Following my previous post about grieving for my Dad, I realised that I had taken time out because I didn't feel I could be the 'perfect' therapist whilst I was grieving, but it dawned on me that perhaps my experience was helping me to become a better therapist. A therapist does not become useful by living a 'perfect life', and, often, the opposite is closer to the truth. Training matters. Ethics matter. Supervision matters. A sound grasp of theory, risk, attachment, trauma, grief, anxiety,...

I have been quiet for a while and have taken some time out to grieve the loss of my dear Dad last year. It's been tough and a journey that can't be hurried. There's been a mixture of emotions, from the immense gratitude that I had my Dad in my life for so long to the enormity of life without him in it. Grieving has taken its toll both physically and emotionally, and on those around me. I am grateful for the love and support I receive from my partner, close friends, and strangers; however,...

Grieving is one of the most challenging experiences a person can face. It often feels overwhelming, isolating, and difficult to navigate. While grief is a natural response to loss, finding ways to process and cope with it can be complicated. One approach is to work with a Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) practitioner, who can offer practical tools to help individuals understand and manage their emotions, thoughts, and behaviours during the grieving process. What Is NLP and How Does It...