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Why “Good Communication” Isn’t Always Easy – and How to Practice It
Let’s be honest, we’ve all heard how “good communication is the key to everything,” haven’t we? Whether it’s with your partner, your...
Annie Best
40 minutes ago2 min read
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There’s More Than One Way to Be Smart 🧠✨
I see it all the time in my counselling work with young people and adults alike — the quiet pressure to be a certain type of smart . You...
Annie Best
3 days ago2 min read
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Top 3 Things I Learned During My Counselling Training
I thought I’d take a moment to share some of the big lessons I learned during my counselling training. Whether you’re considering...
Annie Best
Apr 63 min read
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Embracing the Change: Navigating Mental Health During Warmer Weather
As we move into the warmer months, many of us look forward to longer days, sunshine, and a sense of renewal. The arrival of spring and...
Annie Best
Mar 313 min read
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The Benefits of Using CBT in Therapy: A Friendly Approach to Understanding and Healing
As an integrative counsellor, I believe in the power of using a wide range of therapeutic approaches to meet each individual’s unique...
Annie Best
Mar 263 min read
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Healing Your Inner Child: What It Means and Why It Matters
Have you ever heard the phrase, “You need to heal your inner child”? It can sound a little abstract or even a bit intimidating at first,...
Annie Best
Mar 244 min read
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Overcoming Perfectionism: Embracing Imperfection
I want to talk to you about something I’m sure many of us can relate to: perfectionism . I’m going to be real with you here—perfectionism...
Annie Best
Mar 182 min read
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Understanding How You Communicate: A Simple Guide to Building Better Relationships
If you’re reading this, you might be curious about why you react a certain way in certain situations or how to communicate better with...
Annie Best
Mar 174 min read
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Imposter Syndrome: Why You Feel Like You’re Not Good Enough (Even When You Are)
Ever feel like you’re just pretending to be good at something, even though you’ve put in all the work and have the experience to back it...
Annie Best
Mar 123 min read
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How to Identify and Challenge Anxious Thoughts
If you’ve ever found yourself caught up in a spiral of anxious thoughts, you’ll know just how overwhelming it can be. One minute,...
Annie Best
Mar 105 min read
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The Power of Self-Compassion in Healing: A Tool for Mental Well-being
Today, I want to talk about something that often comes up in therapy with my clients: self-compassion . Now, I know the term might sound...
Annie Best
Mar 65 min read
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Stress vs. Anxiety: Let’s Talk About It
What is Stress? Stress is our body's natural reaction to life's challenges. Whether it’s deadlines at work, a busy schedule, or an...
Annie Best
Mar 32 min read
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How to Support Someone with Anxiety (Without Forgetting Yourself in the Process)
Watching someone you care about struggle with anxiety can be really tough. You want to help, to say the right things, to ease their...
Annie Best
Feb 273 min read
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Anxiety and Social Situations: Tips for Overcoming Social Anxiety
If social situations leave you feeling anxious, nervous, or even overwhelmed, I want you to know that you’re not alone. Social anxiety is...
Annie Best
Feb 254 min read
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The Importance of Setting Boundaries: A Deeper Dive
In my last blog, I touched on the importance of boundaries and why they’re essential for maintaining a healthy, balanced life. This week,...
Annie Best
Feb 194 min read
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The Power of Self-Love: Why Loving Yourself is the Best Valentine’s Gift
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, love is everywhere—chocolates, flowers, and endless social media posts about grand romantic...
Annie Best
Feb 143 min read
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Common Myths About Therapy Debunked
If you’re thinking about starting therapy, chances are you’ve heard a few myths about it. There’s a lot of misinformation out there that...
Annie Best
Feb 104 min read
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Anxiety: Why We Have It & How You Can Master It
If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve experienced anxiety at some point. You’re not alone – anxiety is one of the most common...
Annie Best
Feb 72 min read
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It’s Time to Talk: Why Trying Counselling Could Be the Best Step You Take
Today is #TimeToTalk Day —a day dedicated to breaking the silence around mental health. If you’ve ever thought about trying counselling...
Annie Best
Feb 62 min read
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What to Expect in Your First Counselling Session
So, you’ve decided to give counselling a go—first of all, well done! Taking that first step is a big deal, and I know it can feel a bit...
Annie Best
Feb 33 min read
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