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by Stefan Walters Do you ever feel like trauma still lives in your body, no matter how much you’ve talked about it? For many people, difficult experiences can resurface as dissociation, performance blocks, anxiety, or a lingering sense of unease. Trauma isn’t always something we can simply “talk through.” Psychotherapist Stefan Walters explains how […]| Harley Therapy™ Blog
What Is Countertransference in Therapy? Therapy is, at its core, a relationship. Like any relationship, it can bring up strong emotions and blurred boundaries. Two important ideas help explain this: transference and countertransference. Transference happens when a client unconsciously redirects feelings from past relationships onto their therapist. For example, being rebellious with a therapist because […]| Harley Therapy™ Blog
By Dr Sheri Jacobson This article was originally contributed by Andrea M. Darcy and has been updated and expanded by our team. Why Understanding Stress Matters Stress often gets a bad name. We talk about it like something to “get rid of.” But stress is part of life – and not always harmful. In fact, […]| Harley Therapy™ Blog
by Dr Alexis Economou In a hurry? Chronic or complex trauma can leave you anxious, on edge, or shut down, but science‑backed therapies and the right support network can help you reclaim your life. Scroll to How Therapy Helps for next steps. What Counts as Trauma? Trauma is any experience that overwhelms your ability to […]| Harley Therapy™ Blog
Most people will have experienced stress from time to time. This may be due to redundancy, marital problems or even something positive such as going on holiday. Yet, persistent and prolonged stress can lead to “burnout”.You may feel like all of your energy has disappeared along with your interest and motivation, leaving you feeling hopeless and with nothing more to give.| Harley Therapy™ Blog
Originally by Andrea M. Darcy, Updated by Dr Sheri Jacobson 2025 Most of us ‘zone out’ now and then. You arrive home and realise you barely noticed your journey. Or you suddenly find you’ve eaten a whole pack of biscuits without really tasting them. This kind of mild spacing out is normal – especially during […]| Harley Therapy™ Blog
Whether you are a single parent, a stay at home parent, or if your partner is frequently away; it can be very hard to adapt to the life changing event of a new addition to the family.You may think that feeling this way makes you a bad parent but be reassured in the fact that this is perfectly natural and you are not alone! There are plenty of ways you can try and beat the blues.| Harley Therapy™ Blog
Losing someone is typically one of the most emotionally intense experiences that occurs in our lifetime, so it is understandable why so many try to avoid this painful set of emotions. Yet, when we avoid our natural emotions that arise when we lose someone we care about, we are faced with consequences, such as the continuation of our emotional distress and depression.| Harley Therapy™ Blog
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is a serious condition which affects how an individual perceives their physical appearance. Many people suffer in silence and so this piece seeks to highlight the symptoms and treatment options for those seeking help with BDD. There are individuals in our communities who are suffering in silence from an emotionally painful psychological disorder called Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). This condition is typified by an individual’s excessive preoccupation and obs...| Harley Therapy™ Blog
For some of us, parts of our personality develop in such a way that makes it difficult for us to live with ourselves and other people, resulting in a diagnosis of personality disorder. These disorders are highly distressing for both the individual and their loved ones, who may find the subsequent behaviour unexpected and even offensive. Yet, these disorders remain some of the most controversial of all psychiatric diagnoses.....| Harley Therapy™ Blog
by Emma Bender Whether you’re considering therapy for the first time or have tried different approaches before, you’ve likely heard of CBT. It’s one of the most recommended and widely available therapies in the UK, but what exactly makes it so popular? Why is cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) so popular with people seeking counselling? What […]| Harley Therapy™ Blog
By Dr Maria Daves, Clinical Psychologist Can You Be Autistic & Have ADHD? If you’ve ever felt like your brain works differently – and that those differences aren’t easily explained by one label alone – you’re not alone. Many people live with traits of both autism and ADHD, often without realising it. It can feel […]| Harley Therapy™ Blog
OCD stands for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and can be time-consuming and can cause a great deal of stress to the sufferer - preventing people from functioning in the way that they would like to.| Harley Therapy™ Blog
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Assumptions - they might feel no big deal, but they can be wrecking havoc with your moods. What are they, and how can you stop making assumptions?| Harley Therapy™ Blog
