Karen’s blog

Thoughts on the mind,
the body & getting better

Articles, insights and honest reflections from Karen — written to help you understand what’s going on and what you can do about it.

Karen’s story

Living with a Teenager in the House

When Karen’s daughter turned 13, her happy child seemed to vanish overnight. What’s really going on in the teenage brain, and why understanding it helps.

Anxiety & stress

So why should you see a Therapist?

Many people only try therapy as a last resort, after years of masking the problem with habits that harm their health. Why it’s worth seeing a therapist sooner.

Client stories

How did Axe the Angst go?

Karen’s Axe the Angst offer brought in clients with all kinds of issues. A look at what they worked on together, from low self-esteem and performance anxiety to a fear of flying.

News

Axe the Angst – Special offer

From the archive: Karen’s autumn 2016 offer of a four-session course of anxiety-reducing therapy, with a free consultation first, to feel anxiety-free by Christmas.

BWRT

Is it time to kick BUT?

“I know I should, BUT…” If excuses are keeping you stuck, here’s how holding back can show up in your mind and body, and why it might be time to kick that BUT.

News

STOPTOBER 2016

Started Stoptober today? Your body is already recovering from your last cigarette. Here’s what has changed so far, and why it’s worth keeping going.

BWRT

Therapy and New Year’s resolutions

Only 8% of people keep their New Year’s resolutions. How to make your goals specific enough to stick, and how therapy can help when something keeps getting in the way.

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