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Mistaking People for Hats: Thomas Ogden Joins Freud, Bowlby, Winnicott, Klein, and Anna
The journey through the mind continues, with each pioneer in psychoanalysis offering a unique perspective that deepens our understanding...
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Jul 12, 20245 min read
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Navigating the Light and Shadow: Independence and the Dance of Solitude
"In the quiet clash of dawn and dusk, A soul dances between joy and husk. A single heart, two paths to roam, In light and shadow, finds...
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Jul 11, 20243 min read
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A Controversial Twist: Melanie Klein Joins Freud, Bowlby, Winnicott, and Anna
Episode 4 In psychoanalysis, few figures have stirred as much debate and provoked as many passionate responses as Melanie Klein. Known...
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Jul 5, 20244 min read
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Unveiling the emotion paradox: Authentic self-hood and the unspoken dialogue.
While emotions are an undeniable part of our existence, open discussions about specific or general emotions are surprisingly rare. The...
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Jul 4, 20244 min read
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Bereavment in the Family
Grief, as defined in the dictionary, is a profound and intense sorrow. When a child experiences emotional bereavement, it can be just as...
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Jul 4, 202420 min read
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Louise Bourgeois, Psychoanalysis, and Self-Injury: A Multifaceted Exploration with Chandler and Steggals
Louise Bourgeois' art, with its deep psychoanalytic underpinnings, offers profound insights into the complexities of self-injury. By...
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Jun 29, 20245 min read
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Embracing the ‘Good Enough’ Parent: Winnicott Joins Freud, Bowlby, and Anna
Introduction: In the evolving narrative of psychological understanding, each pioneering thinker adds a unique thread to the rich...
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Jun 28, 20244 min read
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Navigating the Dilemma: The Role of Student Counsellors in Triad Counselling
The Benefits of Triad Counselling Triad counselling has gained popularity as an effective method for counsellor training and development....
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Jun 25, 20244 min read
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The Gravitational Pull of Trauma: An Invisible Portkey to the Past
Imagine trauma as an enchanted, cursed object, like a portkey from the Harry Potter series (Rowling, 2000: 70). Normally, portkeys are...
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Jun 23, 20243 min read
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Journey into Attachment: Bowlby Meets Freud's Anna
Introduction: While Freud’s psychoanalysis examined the unconscious and the dynamics of the mind, Bowlby’s attachment theory offers a...
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Jun 21, 20245 min read
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Parallel Process in Counselling with Clients Who Self-Injure
Parallel process, a phenomenon observed in counselling and supervision, involves the replication of client-therapist dynamics within the...
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Jun 16, 20244 min read
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Exploring the Pros and Cons of Counselling Volunteer Placements.
Counselling volunteer placements offer aspiring counsellors valuable opportunities to gain practical experience, contribute to their...
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Jun 12, 20243 min read
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Exploring Erotic Transference: A Journey with Freud
Introduction: In the heart of Vienna, the era of the late 19th century witnessed the blossoming of a field that would forever change the...
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Jun 12, 20244 min read
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Mastering Incongruence and Integrity in Counselling: "Do as I Say, But Not as I Do"
In counselling, integrity is often hailed as one of the cornerstones of effective practice (BACP, 2019). We emphasise to our clients the...
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Jun 11, 20242 min read
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Understanding Beneficence and Nonmaleficence: Core Ethical Principles in Counselling Training and Practice
In counselling practice, ethical principles guide practitioners in making decisions that best serve their clients. Among these...
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Jun 6, 20242 min read
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Addressing Racism in the Counselling Training Classroom
Racism is an insidious issue that permeates many facets of society, including the counselling profession. As future counsellors undergo...
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Jun 6, 20243 min read
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The Dangers of Teaching a Subject One Knows Little About
In counselling education, the role of a tutor is paramount. Tutors shape the minds of future counselling generations, imparting not only...
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Jun 5, 20243 min read
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The Benefits of Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT) for Clients and Young People
Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT) is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on improving an individual's capacity to understand the mental...
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May 27, 20246 min read
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Understanding the Benefits of Attachment Theory When Working with Children
Attachment theory, developed by John Bowlby and further expanded by Mary Ainsworth, is a psychological model that describes the dynamics...
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May 26, 20243 min read
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The Dangers of Counselling Children Without Experience or Qualifications: Ethical Considerations
Counselling children is a delicate and critical endeavour, requiring specialised training, experience, and a deep understanding of child...
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May 26, 20244 min read
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