Recovery From Eating Disorders Eating disorders can affect those of all genders, ages and backgrounds, with the recovery process often proving complex and extending beyond just the individual in recovery. These disorders encompass a wide range of conditions, characterised by abnormal eating behaviours and distorted attitudes towards food, weight and body image. Beyond their physical […]
Confronting Porn Addiction in the Digital Era In our digital age, technology plays a crucial role in our daily interactions and how we access information. Whether sending money, ordering food, communicating with one another, learning new skills or seeing new places, we often use our phones, laptops, tablets or other internet-abled devices to get us […]
Breaking The Cycle: Therapy Help in Sex Addiction Recovery Sex addiction is characterised by compulsive sexual behaviour that can negatively impact an individual’s emotional and physical well-being. The behaviour can range from excessive use of pornography to promiscuous sexual behaviour to frequent masturbation. Sex addiction is a relatively new area of research, and it is […]
William Conant has been with the Leone Centre for several years now, so a Q&A session to discuss his background, experience and ongoing work as a therapist was somewhat overdue. This is how the session unfolded. Can you tell me about the journey that led you to becoming a therapist, and how it has enriched […]
Stelios Christodoulou has worked as a therapist for over 25 years. In this question-and-answer session, he discusses his background, various approaches and experiences. What is your story of becoming a therapist? I began my career working in pharmaceutical research for several years. Though the work was intellectually stimulating, I yearned for a more meaningful and […]
Most people start to gamble for a simple reason – they want to have fun. The beginning stages of gambling will include occasionally and responsibly, with set limits on time and money spent. This controlled and responsible hobby can quickly get out of hand and negatively harm your mental health, relationships, finances and well-being. Gambling […]
You could be one screen detox away from bliss. Do you want to feel better, both emotionally and physically? Anxiety and stress are closely linked to remaining in perpetual states of high pressure, for prolonged periods of time. Smart phones are both a blessing and a curse. In one way, they expand our access to […]
Addiction is a biopsychosocial condition that causes a person to compulsively pursue rewarding substances or behaviours regardless of their adverse effects. Addiction can be seen as an attempt to solve a life problem, usually one involving emotional pain or stress. The attempt to escape from pain is what creates more pain. ― Gabor Maté Substances and addictive […]
If you feel your sex life could be the reason why you’re not feeling great about yourself, or vice versa, psychosexual therapy can help. It is often assumed that these issues are purely physical, but that’s not the case. Psychological and physical reasons for sexual issues are mostly intertwined. For example, if you’re feeling stressed […]
The New Year welcomes a fresh start. New goals, new hobbies, new routine. It’s a time of renewal and self-improvement. It’s about doing better. Being better. Even when COVID restrictions are high, there’s still potential and room to make positive change. Whether its new year resolutions or intentions, to lose weight, get fit, stop smoking, […]
