Tag Archives: activism

Is therapy political?

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Administrator

I’ve just given a presentation at a local college about ‘Psychotherapists and Counsellors for Social Change’, an organization I’m a member of. The subsequent discussion highlighted that what I’ve always taken for granted – that therapy is political – is … Continue reading →

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Nature Connection: Have you got it yet?

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Administrator

When I used to run nature connection workshops back in 2010, it was a struggle to get people to sign up. It seemed that people didn’t get what nature connection was or why they might want more of it. But … Continue reading →

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The Wilderness Effect

Posted on February 26, 2018 by Administrator

Ecopsychologist Rob Greenway used to guide people on wilderness treks and after years of research concluded that “civilization is only four days deep” (Greenway, 1995). When people go on long treks in the wilderness they start out enthusiastic: They’re feeling … Continue reading →

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Focusing: A tool for troubled times

Posted on November 23, 2016 by Administrator

I’ve been feeling unsettled over the few days and I’m not alone. Many of us feel the chill shadow of uncertainly cast by the events of the last few months. What’s the best response to such troubled times? The American … Continue reading →

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Activists, burnout and eco-therapy

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Administrator

Environmental action was a key factor in my becoming a therapist so I’m pleased to be part of an event about psychotherapy and activism. The event organizers have come up with a few questions to kick off discussion. ‘Where does a … Continue reading →

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