Bullying at work is a common experience and it can have a big impact psychologically. Sadly in addition of the bullying, many people come away from these situations feeling unsupported and that the unacceptable behaviours have not been addressed. Many choose to leave their employer. In this guide I’m going to talk you through the […]
Category: Trauma
Does psychological trauma improve with time?
The phrase “time heals all wounds” is a common one. But is there any truth to this? In this article I’m going to try to shed light on this question, drawing on the published research and my clinical experience and expertise. What is psychological trauma? Psychological trauma is a response to experiencing a traumatic event […]
Everything you need to know about EMDR
What is EMDR therapy? EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing. It was developed by an American psychologist named Dr Francine Shapiro in 1980s. From her own experiences, Dr Shapiro had observed that using eye movements could help to process difficult experiences. It was thought eye movements can replicate the memory processing that occurs […]