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The Blank Canvas & How Social Media is Changing Us
Natalia Gomez Carlier Psychologist & Art Psychotherapist MAAT, ATR-BC Social media is affecting our mental health, and also affecting the...
Natalia Gomez Carlier
Jun 30, 20213 min read
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Cyber Psychology – addictive qualities of gaming
Daniel Michael Msc. Applied Psych. Video games and online gaming has become an increasingly popular leisure activity over the last 25...
Daniel Powell
Jun 15, 20213 min read
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The Downside of Social Media
Sara Powell Art Psychotherapist HCPC, UK Reg As much as I’m active on social media, professionally and as a parent I’m concerned over the...
Sara Powell
May 21, 20213 min read
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How Do Attachment Styles Affect Relationships and Mental Health?
Aarti Odhrani Clinical Psychologist MSc. What is Attachment Theory? Attachment can be defined as an emotional bond or a form of...
Aarti Odhrani
Feb 28, 20213 min read
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The Effects of Teenager Trauma
Mariam El Halawani Art Psychotherapist MAAT, ATR Historically, adolescence has been referred to as a time of “sturm and drang,”...
Mariam El Halawani
Feb 16, 20213 min read
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The Power of Positivity
Daniel Michael Msc. Applied Psych. There are numerous books, articles and advocates, promoting positive thinking. But does positive...
Daniel Powell
Feb 10, 20213 min read
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What is OCD or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder?
Natalia Gomez Carlier Psychologist & Art Psychotherapist MAAT, ATR-BC OCD is a mental health disorder that happens when people find...
Natalia Gomez Carlier
Jan 26, 20212 min read
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The impact of PCOS in mental health and wellbeing
Natalia Gomez Carlier Psychologist & Art Psychotherapist MAAT, ATR-BC Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, frequently known as PCOS, is a hormonal...
Natalia Gomez Carlier
Jan 26, 20213 min read
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Understanding the Map of Our Consciousness
Mariam El Halawani Art Psychotherapist MAAT, ATR For decades now, ideas around consciousness have been explored by psychologists,...
Mariam El Halawani
Jan 26, 20213 min read
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Are You Having Difficulties Sleeping?
Aarti Odhrani Clinical Psychologist MSc. How many times have you felt restless, anxious or nervous and as a result have had issues...
Aarti Odhrani
Jan 26, 20214 min read
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Autism Assessment for Children & Adults at ATIC
Sara Powell Art Psychotherapist HCPC, UK Reg It can be nerve-racking for parents and adults alike seeking an Autism assessment. We at...
Sara Powell
Jan 26, 20212 min read
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Loneliness: Why is it Important to Address?
Khulood Al Asmawi Clinical Psychologist MSc. Loneliness is a subjective experience where individuals feel a mismatch between social...
Khulood Al Asmawi
Aug 31, 20205 min read
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How to Stay Calm by Practicing Mindfulness during COVID-19
Aarti Odhrani Clinical Psychologist MSc. The current pandemic has caused more uncertainty and stress than usual, leading us to experience...
Aarti Odhrani
Aug 31, 20204 min read
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Interpersonal Coping During a Pandemic
Najah Musthafa Art Psychotherapist MAAT, ATR Connection, communication and community are all being tested by this invisible force. Our...
Najah Musthafa
Aug 31, 20204 min read
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Transitions: Why are they Difficult?
Mariam El Halawani Art Psychotherapist MAAT, ATR It seems that lately, the topic of “life after COVID19” is starting to become quite...
Mariam El Halawani
Jul 8, 20203 min read
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Online Therapy With Children – The Power Behind The Screen
Natalia Gomez Carlier Psychologist & Art Psychotherapist MAAT, ATR-BC I have to confess; I have always been resistant to online therapy. ...
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Jun 17, 20204 min read
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COVID-19 and its effect on Mental Health
COVID-19 has not only affected global economy on an unprecedented scale but also imposed an array of restrictions on work, home, and...
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Jun 11, 20203 min read
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Discover your inner strength
What makes a person strong? Is it enough to have physical power and big muscles to call yourself strong? Or are we talking about...
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Jan 31, 20193 min read
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Groups & Support Groups for Children and parents managing ASD, a therapist perspective on the d
Children on the spectrum often have challenges related to social skills. This is typically due to their overall diagnosis. For mainstream...
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Jan 30, 20194 min read
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What Life Doesn’t Teach Us About Loss
Losing a loved one can bring up overwhelming, and sometimes, unexpected emotions. It can also evoke physical, cognitive, or at times,...
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Jan 30, 20194 min read
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