Insight Counselling & Psychotherapy

Counselling & Psychotherapy in Solihull

The Neurotic Paradox
The Neurotic Paradox: When Our Solutions Become Our Problems   We all seek comfort and try to avoid pain. It's a fundamental aspect of human nature. But what happens when the very strategies we employ to escape discomfort end up trapping us in a cycle of the very thing we're trying to avoid? This is […]
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It’s not the event itself, but the story we tell ourselves about it, that causes our distress.
Feeling Stressed? It's Not Just What Happens, It's How You See It. Do you ever feel like your stress levels are through the roof, even over small things? One moment you're fine, and the next, your heart is pounding because of an unexpected email or a thought that just won't go away. If that sounds […]
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Don’t Bottle It Up!
Don't Bottle It Up! Why Processing Distressing Feelings is Your Superpower We all experience difficult emotions – sadness, anger, fear, frustration. It's natural to want to push them away, distract ourselves, or pretend they don't exist. But what if bottling up those feelings is actually making things worse? The truth is, processing distressing feelings – […]
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The power of Journalling
What is a Reflective Journal? Why is it important? A reflective journal enhances self-awareness and self-knowledge, both of which are important to help you understand yourself and how you interact with others. It can help you make better decisions, build stronger relationships, and improve your overall well-being. Undertaken effectively you can start to gain more […]
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Some facts about Depression
The term "Depression" comes from the Latin verb Deprimere, which means "to press down". The word "depress" has been used in English since the 14th century and symbolises  "to bring down in spirits".  The exact cause of depression is unknown and extremely variable. Antidepressants do not significantly outperform placebos. This explains why expecting an antidepressant drug to work […]
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Why Counselling?
In our daily life we normally find it hard to share our difficulties with those around us, some common and valid reasons are: Fear of vulnerability-People may be afraid of being seen, and of being shamed, guilted, or negated for being vulnerable.  Fear of not being taken seriously-People may be worried that others won't take […]
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