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What are the benefits of schema therapy for young people?

In an interview with Mental Health Today Ruth Holt, clinical psychologist and…

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‘Bingeing’ through lockdown

Lockdown facilitated an "already-unhealthy drinking culture" worldwide, argues psychotherapist Noel McDermott. He offers…

Noel McDermott

I’m an Expert by Experience – here’s how to challenge tokenism in patient participation

All too often, patient participation in the mental health field looks more…

Maddi Crease

Here’s how enacting your values may reduce the impact of chronic pain

Up to 85% of people with chronic pain suffer from depression. In…

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Royal College of Psychiatrists wins diversity award

The Royal College of Psychiatrists saw off competition from the Stephen Lawrence…

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How we can engage with race in a meaningful way for the people we work with

Bringing race into the room in therapeutic settings can bring rewards that…

Jessica Pons

CBT for depression could be improved: here’s how…

Michael O'Sullivan, a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, considers why it may be more…

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Although it should be the other way round, the patients look out for us

Abi Crossland-Otter is a Trainee Counsellor and Mental Health Support Worker with…

Abi Crossland-Otter

Mental health services “not bothering” with NICE guidelines to routinely enquire about abuse

Findings come as charities, practitioners and leading experts call for the Domestic Abuse Bill…

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How to support young people during exam season: advice from an Educational Psychologist

Julia Clements, Principal Educational Psychologist at Place2Be, gives parents, carers, and teachers…

Julia Clements