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Past Experiences Don't Have to Haunt Us: Understanding Traumatic Memories through the Linen Cupboard Metaphor.
Sometimes we may find that memories of distressing experiences can linger and, in doing so, continue causing us distress long after the...
Sarah Cosway
Mar 16, 20246 min read


Beyond Approval: Embracing Authenticity & Overcoming People-Pleasing in a World Where Validation Is King
Unveiling the Perils of People-Pleasing: Navigating Life's Pressures in Pursuit of Authenticity Do you find yourself agreeing to take on...
Sarah Cosway
Mar 9, 202411 min read


Starting Therapy? Here's What to Expect.
Following on from previous posts which busted common myths about therapy and discussed finding the right therapist for you, I thought it...
Sarah Cosway
Mar 2, 202411 min read


Walking New Paths: A Metaphor for Shaping the Mind
The Brain as a Landscape: Exploring Change Through Metaphor Picture a rambler who regularly walks a well-trodden path through the woods....
Sarah Cosway
Feb 24, 20246 min read


Imposter Syndrome: Why Even Successful People Feel Like Frauds
Have you ever felt like a fraud in your own successes? Perhaps you were sitting in a room full of accomplished individuals and were...
Sarah Cosway
Feb 17, 20248 min read


Tiny Triumphs, Big Impact: The Significance of Celebrating the Little Things to Drive Personal and Professional Growth
Introduction: The Significance of Celebrating Small Wins I have been interested in the work of BJ Fogg for some time. He is a scientist...
Sarah Cosway
Feb 10, 202410 min read


The Silent Struggle: Understanding and Managing Mental Load
Lots of us can probably relate to feeling that our lives are like some sort of circus act, with us in the middle of the ring spinning...
Sarah Cosway
Feb 3, 202414 min read


Finding the Right Therapist for Your Mental Health Needs: Top 10 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Fit
Following on from a recent post which busted common myths about therapy, I thought it might be helpful to write about finding the right...
Sarah Cosway
Mar 7, 20236 min read


Harnessing the Power of Apps to Unlock Clients' True Potential and Help Therapists Reach their Goals
Introduction to Mental Health Apps In an increasingly digital world, apps can be a powerful tool for maintaining good mental health and...
Sarah Cosway
Mar 3, 20233 min read


Conquering the Anxiety Monsters of Menopause: Tips and Strategies for Finding Calm and Well-Being
Tips and strategies for finding calm and well-being during the menopause
Sarah Cosway
Feb 24, 20232 min read


Breaking Down the Myths: A Teen's Guide to Understanding and Starting Therapy
Understanding Teenage Struggles As a teenager, you may be facing a lot of challenges as you navigate the ups and downs of growing up,...
Sarah Cosway
Feb 17, 20234 min read


Embrace Self-Love: A Valentine’s Survival Guide with 6 Essential Tips
Not everyone welcomes Valentine's Day with open arms. While the day is often associated with happy couples, chocolates, and flowers, it...
Sarah Cosway
Feb 14, 20235 min read


Mindfulness and Meditation: Understanding the Difference and Their Benefits to Mental Health
Understanding Mindfulness vs. Meditation In recent years, mindfulness and meditation have become increasingly popular as ways to improve...
Sarah Cosway
Feb 9, 20233 min read


6 Ways that Practising Gratitude can Improve Your Wellbeing & Mental Health
World Gratitude Day Origins: Discover the History Behind the Celebration Today is World Gratitude Day. The recognition of this day was...
Sarah Cosway
Sep 21, 20225 min read


Grief can be a Long Recovery Process - Take Your Time
With the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, and the ensuing ten day national mourning period, it’s got me to thinking about grief....
Sarah Cosway
Sep 9, 20225 min read


The Third Pillar - Relaxation & the Body's Natural Stress Response System
Recently I talked about the four pillars of health of which relaxation is one. According to Dr Chatterjee a lack of relaxation is the...
Sarah Cosway
Jul 27, 20226 min read


Understanding Your Internal Experiences - Managing Unwelcome Thoughts & Feelings
Often clients will describe themselves to me along the lines of “I’ve always been a worrier” or “I’m just not a happy person, never have...
Sarah Cosway
Jul 20, 20223 min read


What Are Core Values & Why Do They Matter? Finding Direction Through What’s Most Important
Discover how identifying your personal core values can help you stay motivated, set meaningful goals, and live a life aligned with what truly matters. Includes a personal values list and practical exercises.
Sarah Cosway
Jul 13, 20225 min read


What is Thought-Action Fusion? Understanding Magical Thinking
Over the years research has shown that everyone has weird, shocking and sometimes scary thoughts at times. Some people recognise these...
Sarah Cosway
Jul 6, 20223 min read


Look After Your Gut Bugs and They Will Look After You - How What You Eat Impacts Wellbeing
Yesterday I went to a fabulous workshop all about how to improve gut health. You may wonder why I’m writing about it here, given that my...
Sarah Cosway
Jul 3, 20226 min read


The Second Pillar - Incorporating Movement in Your Life to Benefit Emotional & Physical Wellbeing
In a previous post (here) I introduced the concept of the Four Pillars of health, of which exercise/movement is one. Modern lifestyle has...
Sarah Cosway
Jun 29, 20224 min read


3 Strategies for Developing Self-Acceptance
In a recent post I talked about self-esteem and self-acceptance. When we can accept ourselves, acknowledging both our flaws and our...
Sarah Cosway
Jun 22, 20223 min read


The First Pillar - Is there Something Getting in the Way of Your Sleep?
Recently I introduced the four pillars of health, of which sleep is one. Sleep is probably one of the most neglected pillars of the four,...
Sarah Cosway
Jun 15, 20224 min read


How is Performance Affected by Anxiety - Can Anxiety Actually help?
Imagine I had a magic wand and could wave away anxiety so you’d never experience it again – would you want me to wave it? I ask...
Sarah Cosway
Jun 8, 20223 min read
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