Don’t feel scared at thought of an ‘empty nest’ this September if you’re a solo parent – try to treat this seasonal time of transition as an opportunity to rediscover ‘you’

Don’t feel scared at thought of an ‘empty nest’ this September if you’re a solo parent – try to treat this seasonal time of transition as an opportunity to rediscover ‘you’

Don’t feel scared at thought of an ‘empty nest’ this September if you’re a solo parent – try to treat this seasonal time of transition as an opportunity to rediscover ‘you’ Whether you co-parent with your ex-partner or are bringing up your child / children on your...
Adolescent Mental Health

Adolescent Mental Health

Adolescent Mental Health This article was published on Dr. Sophia Khalique Medical Practice’s blog and newsletter. Adolescence can be a turbulent time in life. Teenagers experience numerous bodily changes as a result of their bodies adjusting to puberty. They...
Adolescent Mental Health

Students are back to school, now what?

Students are back to school, now what? The past year has been challenging. The pandemic has affected the lives of millions around the world. In the UK alone, we have experienced three lockdowns in the past 12 months.  Children and young people had to spend many hours...
Benefits of group & individual therapy

Benefits of group & individual therapy

Benefits of group & individual therapy As seen in the  Simon, a 42-year-old graphic designer, recently undertook some sessions of group and individual therapy. These were not his own idea but his company’s – which also paid for the sessions. The therapy was...
Why do I binge-eat and how can I face my guilt?

Why do I binge-eat and how can I face my guilt?

Why do I binge-eat and how can I face my guilt? As seen in A few months ago I was tidying up after my youngest son’s birthday party. In between stacking the dishwasher I ate some leftover pizza and cake. For a parent this is pretty standard; often my meals are made up...