Photo by Tonik on Unsplash Most of us have suffered with anxiety at some point in our lives. It can be that horrible feeling that you get when you think of something that is worrying you or an unexplained breathlessness and a tightening in the stomach. However anxiety manifests for you it can impact your … Continue reading Understanding anxiety.
Author: Samantha Flanagan
At Still I Rise counselling I believe in the individual exploring their issues in a safe and supportive space. In a trusting, therapeautic relationship you are free to become your true self with guidance and empathy from me.
I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. My therapy integrates CBT, Person Centered and Attachment Theory. I will also help you with mindfulness, relaxation and breathing techniques where needed. I believe in tailoring the counselling to suit each individual client's needs.
I offer a safe, non judgemental environment where you can explore your issues.
How our Early Attachments and experiences may influence our addiction.
This article explores how our childhood experiences influence how we may use substances to numb our emotions.
Psychedelic Integration
The Latin word Integrare means to ‘make whole’ or ‘begin again’. Integration is about moving towards wholeness. Photo by Sarah Ball on Unsplash What does it mean to make whole? There may be times in our lives where we feel fragmented. We might talk in terms of ‘parts’; a part of you wants one thing and another part of you feels … Continue reading Psychedelic Integration
Psychedelic Integration Therapy
Using psychedelics as a therapeutic modality is experiencing a renaissance. There is much research going on worldwide about the therapeutic benefits of psychedelics. Alongside psychotherapy they can be an incredibly empowering tool and much knowledge and insights can be gained with using these plant medicines. Much of psychedelic integration is about preparation work and then … Continue reading Psychedelic Integration Therapy
IS MDMA ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY THE FUTURE FOR TRAUMA TREATMENT?
Sam ColemanJul 27 · 7 min read How a so called ‘party drug’ can help to heal the deep wounding of trauma. Photo by Noah Buscher on Unsplash We have been experiencing an underground psychedelic renaissance since the 90’s but not in the way that you might think. In the 60’s, psychedelics were associated with a stigma brought about by the … Continue reading IS MDMA ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY THE FUTURE FOR TRAUMA TREATMENT?
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