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How to Choose a Therapist
Starting therapy is a big step, and finding the right person can feel a little overwhelming. As Clinical Director of Leicester Psychology Clinic, I recommend finding a properly qualified and experienced clinician who understands what you need, explains things clearly and feels like someone you can work with. Check qualifications…
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Back to School: A Parent’s Guide to Smoother Transitions
Summer’s relaxed pace has a way of unravelling even the best routines – late bedtimes, lazy mornings, screens without a strict schedule. It’s wonderful for a few months, and then suddenly it’s time to reverse all of it within a week! If that sounds like your household right now, you’re…
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Leicester Tigers Break the Stigma Around Mental Health
Everyone will require some form of support in their lifetime, whether that be for mental health, physical health, emotional wellbeing or just getting by day-to-day. Mental health support comes with its own societal stigma that can leave people reluctant to seek help when they truly need it. And this is…
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Summer Holiday Survival Guide for Parents
The school summer holidays can be a challenging 6-7 weeks for parents. Keeping the children occupied while balancing the costs of activities, childcare and, for many parents, working at the same time – it can be a Herculean task.To help you along the way, here are some tips and tricks…
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Parent Perspective – Child ADHD Assessment
As a parent, it can be really tough to watch my child struggle in situations that seem easy for others. When my son was younger, people often labeled him as “naughty” or “disruptive.” Whether it was at school or during playdates, I could see the judgment in their eyes, and…