For more on some of the therapeutic approaches I draw on

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• A brief introduction to relational psychotherapy

• Russ Harris on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) 

• Paul Gilbert on compassion focused therapy

• Mindfulness in a nutshell, with Jon Kabat-Zinn 

• Working with trauma using sensorimotor psychotherapy 

 

 

For more on psychology and mental health

 

The British Psychological Society (BPS) is the representative body for psychologists in the UK. It is responsible for the development, promotion and application of pure and applied psychology. Through its Royal Charter, the Society is also charged with overseeing psychologists. 

 

Visit the BPS website

 

Mind is the leading mental health charity for England and Wales. Among its many roles Mind campaigns to promote mental health, provides information regarding mental health issues, and offers mental health training to individuals and businesses. 

 

Visit Mind's website

 

The Mental Health Foundation is a charity dedicated to the promotion of research on mental health. Alongside its advocacy role, it offers practical information on a range of mental health issues.

 

Visit the Mental Health Foundation's website

 

 

If you need help right now

 

Samaritans provides confidential, non-judgmental emotional support, 24 hours a day, for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide. Samaritans is available to anyone in the UK and Ireland.

 

Visit the Samaritans website

 

UK Helpline: 116 123. In the Republic of Ireland: 116 123. Email: jo@samaritans.org