Assisting individuals, couples and families in a warm and friendly environment. Karen works from a positive psychological framework – directing attention to identifying and enhancing those aspects of an individual’s life which are positive.
Identifying Unrealistic Thoughts Try not to focus on thoughts that include feelings such as ‘I will feel bad’. After all, feelings are what we are trying to change. Therefore, whether or not you feel bad will depend on how successful you are with your realistic thinking. Also try to phrase your thoughts or attitudes in […]
SYMPTOMS OF STRESS Name ……………………………… Date………………………………… PHYSICAL Appetite change Headache Fatigue Insomnia Muscle aches Restlessness Digestive upsets Pounding heart Accident prone Teeth grinding Clenching jaw Restlessness Foot tapping Finger drumming Increased alcohol, drug, tobacco use EMOTIONAL Anxiety Frustration The ‘blues’ Worrying Mood swings Bad temper Nightmares Irritability Crying spells […]
Adolescence is a time of rapid physical, emotional and intellectual change. These can occur at different rates and therefore at different times. For example, those who develop early physically, do not necessarily experience early cognitive or emotional development. Each of these changes is characterised by different developmental tasks. For example, cognitively adolescents will move towards […]
What causes relationship problems? There are a number of patterns and situations that can develop within a relationship which will contribute to problems occurring. Neglect of the relationship Research shows that the foundation of a happy relationship is friendship. Put simply, this means that you can enjoy each other’s company, share values, interests, friends and […]
Evening and Saturday appointments are available with Dr Karen Cohen. Tuesdays 8am to 7pm Wednesdays 8am to 7pm Thursdays 4pm to 8pm Saturdays 8am to 4pm Either phone to make an appointment or use the form to request a day and time of
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