by Philippa | Apr 24, 2024 | Anxiety, Change, Life Events, Panic Attacks, Self, Stress
World events can directly and vicariously cause trauma Trauma and its psychological aftermath, particularly post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), are profound manifestations of the human experience, often arising from exposure to harrowing events. Whether directly... 
by Philippa | Feb 24, 2024 | About Therapy, Anxiety, Emotional Health, Medicine, Panic Attacks, Physical Health, Relationships, Relaxation, Self, Self Help, Stress
What is emotional health? To be emotionally healthy, individuals need to ensure they are making the most of their emotional functioning. The overall state of well-being relies on the ability to recognise emotions, understand and manage them effectively. Emotional... 
by Philippa | Nov 27, 2023 | Anxiety, Career, Change, Emotional Health, Executive Stress, Financial Stress, Interpersonal Stress, Life Events, Panic Attacks, Physical Health, Relationships, Stress, Study Stress, Workplace Stress
What is anxiety? Anxiety is a natural response to stress or apprehension about what’s to come. It’s a feeling of fear or unease about future events, and it can manifest both emotionally and physically. While it’s normal to feel anxious occasionally,... 
by Philippa | Oct 29, 2023 | Anxiety, Career, Change, Emotional Health, Executive Stress, Interpersonal Stress, Life Events, Meditation, Panic Attacks, Physical Health, Relationships, Self, Self Help, Stress, Study Stress, Workplace Stress
Perfectionism – the art of letting time pass by distracting oneself through self-judgement. Perfectionism, driven by fear of failure, fosters self-judgment and perpetuates a cycle of dissatisfaction. It thrives on unattainable standards, hindering growth and... 
by Philippa | Jul 3, 2023 | Anxiety, Emotional Health, Panic Attacks, Physical Health, Relationships, Stress
Psychotherapy helps heart health by supporting emotional wellbeing and providing social support While psychotherapy doesn’t directly treat physical heart conditions, it can contribute significantly to overall cardiovascular health by addressing psychological and... 
by Philippa | May 6, 2023 | Anxiety, Career, Change, Emotional Health, Executive Stress, Financial Stress, Interpersonal Stress, Life Events, Mind-Body Techniques, Panic Attacks, Physical Health, Relaxation, Stress, Workplace Stress
The pressure of sitting in the corner office The nature of executive roles inherently involves high levels of responsibility and accountability. Executives are constantly juggling multiple priorities, managing complex projects, and dealing with intense scrutiny from... 