This is a type of addiction that is not as widely known, but can still be as debilitating as other high profile addictions. Ultimately, the addiction can keep the individual stuck in despair for a very long time. It also operates at a very unconscious level which makes it quite difficult for the person to …
Panic Attacks: The Volcanic situation
In my work as a analytical psychotherapist, I encounter quite a few people who struggle with panic attacks. What becomes clear pretty quickly is that some of these individuals tend to be very, very angry. However, they are not aware of their anger, and what transpires later is that they are also very frightened by …
Antidepressants: a psychotherapist’s view
I have decided to reflect on this issue for two reasons, the first reason being the recent news report (BBC, Guardian) that has shown that more than half of all those taking antidepressants experience withdrawal problems – which for millions of people are severe. Secondly, I want to try and inspire people to engage in …
Worrier or Warrior?
The idea for the above title occurred during a conversation with my supervisor, when discussing a patient, who was on the cusp of engaging with personal therapy. His main preoccupation was worrying about various and numerous issues in his life, which resulted in him being a spectator rather than a participant in life. The outcome …
How can you have feelings without the feelings having you?
Generally, one of the main difficulties that I encounter in my work as a analytical psychotherapist is related to the above question. How can a person have feelings without the feelings having them? At first glance it may sound an odd question to ask. However, from my experience it is one of the key questions …
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