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Separation Anxiety at School: A Guide for Parents
Separation Anxiety at School: A Guide for Parents
Ian Smith
Sep 35 min read


Back to School Anxiety: What's Normal and What's Not
Back to school anxiety affects most children. How do you know when it's more than nerves? Wellbeing Practice counselling support explains the signs to watch for.
Ian Smith
Aug 255 min read


What Actually Happens When You Get in Touch With Us
Not sure what happens after you send that first message? Here's exactly what to expect, step by step — no surprises.
Ian Smith
Aug 141 min read


Sleep, Movement, and Stress Hormones: The Lifestyle Side of Anxiety
Sleep, exercise, and cortisol are genuinely linked to your baseline anxiety. What actually helps, and how long it realistically takes.
Ian Smith
Aug 132 min read


The Gap Between the Highlight Reel and the Reality — Emily's Story
Emily's life looked full and effortless from the outside. Underneath, a quiet, constant sense of being behind on something she couldn't name.
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Aug 122 min read


Why Depression Often Feels Like Nothing, Not Sadness
Depression isn't always sadness — for many, it's a flatness called anhedonia. Understanding the difference is often the first step toward feeling better.
Ian Smith
Aug 112 min read


You Don't Need a Crisis to Deserve Support — Signs It's Time to Reach Out
Wondering if things are “bad enough” to seek therapy? They almost certainly are. Signs worth paying attention to, and why you don't need to wait.
Ian Smith
Aug 102 min read


The Physical Symptoms of Anxiety: What's Actually Happening in Your Body
Racing heart, chest tightness, dizziness — anxiety's physical symptoms are real, not imagined. Here's what's happening, and when to get checked.
Ian Smith
Aug 92 min read


“Surely Others Need It More Than I Do” — Alex's Story
From the outside, Alex had it together. Underneath, a quiet, exhausting loop of self-doubt he'd never said out loud, until he did.
Ian Smith
Aug 82 min read


In-the-Moment Anxiety Relief: Grounding Techniques That Actually Work
When anxiety hits right now, you need something that works in the next ninety seconds. Evidence-based grounding techniques for the moment it strikes.
Ian Smith
Aug 62 min read


Starting Therapy in Dorset: What to Expect, What It Costs, and How to Choose the Right Fit
Wondering what therapy actually involves, which type suits you, or what it costs? A clear, honest guide to starting counselling with Wellbeing Practice in Dorset.
Ian Smith
Aug 43 min read


Fear and Anxiety: Why You React First — and Why the Thoughts Won't Let You Go
Living with fear, anxiety, rumination, or intrusive thoughts? Discover why these patterns happen and how counselling in Dorset can help you find calm again.
Ian Smith
Jul 207 min read


Financial Anxiety: How Counselling in Dorset Can Help
Money worry brings quiet shame many people never voice. Here's how counselling in Dorset can ease the weight of constant financial stress.
Ian Smith
Nov 28, 20252 min read


Managing Anxiety as the Seasons Change
Shorter days and shifting routines can stir up anxiety. Practical ways to steady yourself as the seasons change, and when to seek support.
Ian Smith
Oct 21, 20251 min read


Finding the Right Therapy Service for You
Not sure which type of therapy fits your situation? A clear guide to choosing the right support from Wellbeing Practice in Dorset.
Ian Smith
Sep 1, 20251 min read


Real Counselling for Real People in Dorset
Struggling with anxiety, grief, or low mood? Wellbeing Practice offers real, jargon-free counselling in Dorset — in person or online.
Ian Smith
Jun 29, 20251 min read


A Guide for UK Parents on Understanding and Addressing Self harm in children
Compassionate guidance for UK parents on recognising, understanding, and responding to self-harm in children, and how counselling can help.
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Feb 16, 20242 min read
Creative Therapy: A Different Way Into Counselling
Creative therapy blends psychological techniques with the creative process to support self-expression and healing.
Ian Smith
May 14, 20231 min read

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