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The CALM Blog
Welcome to the CALM Blog, a reflection, guidance, and growth space. You'll find articles on mental health, counselling, life management, and personal development here. Whether you're new to therapy or deep into your journey, we aim to offer thoughtful, accessible content to support your well-being every step of the way.
Navigating Grief and Loss: Healing the Mind, Body and Spirit:
Exploring ways through bereavement, burnout, anxiety, and emotional fatigue Grief touches everyone differently - but its impact is nearly...
Aug 42 min read
Navigating Grief: Understanding Worden’s Four Tasks of Mourning
Grief is not a linear process. It doesn't follow a strict timeline, nor does it conform to expectations. Each person experiences grief...
Jul 162 min read
The Hidden Weight of Shame in Men’s Lives: How It Manifests and Why It Matters
Carl Jung Called Shame - The Soul Eater. Shame is a powerful, often misunderstood emotion - and for many men, it’s a silent force shaping...
Jun 192 min read
Now Welcoming New Clients at 1 Canada Square: Specialist Counselling and Addiction Psychotherapy in Canary Wharf
If you're seeking professional support for emotional wellbeing, addiction, or life challenges, I am now welcoming new clients at 1 Canada...
May 262 min read
How Protective Parts Show Up in Daily Life and Addiction
When you’ve been through trauma, especially in childhood - it’s common to develop protective behaviours just to get through. You might...
May 222 min read
ADHD and Addiction: Understanding the Hidden Link
Many people don’t realise how strongly ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and addiction are connected. ADHD affects not only...
May 192 min read
Day 5: Building Emotional Resilience and Self-Compassion in Recovery
Early recovery doesn’t just challenge your habits—it confronts your emotions. Without the buffer of substances, feelings like shame,...
May 162 min read
Day 4: Creating Structure in Recovery
In early recovery, structure isn’t about control—it’s about safety. After a period of chaos or disconnection, routine gives your mind and...
May 152 min read
Day 3: Establishing Healthy Nutrition and Sleep Routines in Early Recovery
In early addiction recovery, your body is healing and your brain is recalibrating. Fuelling it well and getting consistent rest isn’t a...
May 142 min read
Day 2: Building a Support Network in Early Recovery
One of the most important aspects of early addiction recovery is connection. While it can feel vulnerable to reach out, recovery is not...
May 132 min read
Day 1: How to Manage Withdrawal Symptoms and Improve Sleep in Early Recovery
The early stages of addiction recovery can be physically and emotionally intense. Whether you're coming off alcohol, drugs, or another...
May 122 min read
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