My Thoughts and Musings

Soul Work: The Journey to Inner Fulfilment
Exploring the Depths of Self-Discovery, Healing, and Trauma Therapy For me, the journey into soul work was illuminated through the gentle teachings of Buddhism. The

Autism and Internal Family Systems: Exploring Inner Worlds
Understanding Neurodiversity through the Lens of IFS Autism is often spoken about in terms of behaviours, challenges, and gifts, but rarely do we take time

The Self & Buddhism
The concept of the self is one of the most profound considerations of human existence. Who are we? What defines our identity? These questions have

The Self and Internal Family Systems: A Journey to Inner Harmony
In the intricate tapestry of human existence, the concept of the self has always been a central theme. Philosophers, psychologists, and spiritual leaders have long

The concept of the Self in EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapeutic approach that has gained renown for its efficacy in treating trauma and other psychological disorders. In

New Year Thoughts
The arrival of a new year is like turning the page to a fresh chapter in the book of our lives. It’s a moment brimming


EMDR and Mindfulness
I have recently returned from a four-day EMDR retreat or experience. The venue was a retreat and meditation centre in the west of England. In


Trauma and the Four Noble Truths
One of the main elements in Buddhism are the Four Noble Truths: I want to say something about the word ‘suffering.’ This is a translation

Healing or fixing?
At some point in therapy most of my clients tell me that they’re “broken” and that they need “fixing.” It often comes as a shock

Hero’s Journey
Therapy as a hero’s journey? Arielle Schwartz, in her book The Post-Traumatic Growth Guidebook: Practical Mind-Body Tools to Heal Trauma, Foster Resilience and Awaken Your Potential, introduces