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Top 8 Things for Therapists to know about ADHD and Autism

If you’re interested in ADHD and Autism therapy training, here are 8 top things to know. Read more to learn how to identify neurodiversity and how to offer neurodiversity-affirming, effective therapy. 1. 1/5 of mental health clients are neurodivergent (*at least) Research shows that 20% of clients presenting to mental health services are neurodivergent/neurocomplex (ND/NC). …

Compassion Focused Supervision

How can we conceptualise and do what is most helpful in clinical supervision of CFT Therapists? I recently explored this in a blog post for Balanced Minds. Thoughts? I’d love to know your take on it, if you offer supervision or what you find helpful from your supervisor. Please comment on social media or send …

When We Feel Confused, Stuck, or Overwhelmed in Treatment Planning. Part 1: Start with Self-Compassion

We all have times when we feel confused, stuck, or overwhelmed in treatment planning.
With our own tricky brains, this is often a point when our self-critic shows up and gives us a kicking, and we feel anxious, frustrated or triggered.
You are not alone. I feel it too. Learning process-based therapies can feel wobbly.
So, how do we navigate it? I share ways that I find helpful.
In Part 1 I explore how we can start with Self-Compassion, for self-care and to cultivate our wisdom and capacity to work with our clients.