EMDR Therapy for PTSD | Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Tips

If you have struggled with intrusive memories or distressing flashbacks following a traumatic event, you may have heard about EMDR therapy. EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, is a validated and effective treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This psychological treatment targets unprocessed memories, helping to reduce their emotional charge and allowing people to […]

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Medications for Depression and Anxiety: Types, Benefits, and Considerations

Depression, Treatment

If you are experiencing depression or anxiety, you are far from alone. These mental health conditions affect millions of people and can impact every aspect of life. Fortunately, effective treatments are available. Among these, medications for depression and anxiety play a key role in reducing symptoms and helping people regain stability. It is normal to

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EMDR Therapy for Trauma: Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing

Psychology, Rehab, Therapy, Treatment

If you have experienced trauma, seeking the right psychological treatment can mark a turning point in your recovery. EMDR therapy for trauma, short for Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, is an evidence-based method used to help people process and reframe traumatic memories. By reducing the emotional weight of distressing life experiences, EMDR supports natural healing

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How Much Does Rehab Cost in the UK?

Addiction, Rehab, Treatment

Are you wondering how much private rehab costs in the UK? Whether you’re exploring options for yourself or someone close to you, understanding the real cost of rehab is an important first step. In this guide, we break down the average cost of rehab in the UK, including private residential treatment, outpatient programmes, and free

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The Lifecycle of Addiction and Recovery

Addiction, Alcohol, Blog News, Therapy News, Treatment

How long does it take to recover from addiction? Many people who struggle with addiction, and the loved ones who support them through it, may find themselves at a point where they wonder if the recovery journey has an endgame. This is an understandable query, as addiction can affect every facet of a person’s life,

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Drug problems and support in Bristol

Addiction, Alcohol, Treatment

INTRODUCTION Drug addiction remains a growing concern in Bristol, with the latest figures showing higher levels of drug use in the South West than in any other area of England and Wales. As you might expect, cannabis is the most common substance used, but it is heroin users who account for nearly all drug-related hospital

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New advances in the treatment of depression

Blog News, Depression, News, Treatment

Some people consider January the most depressing month of the year, so this is an excellent time to review and remind ourselves of the fantastic progress being made in treatments for depression. In a series of posts, we shall expand on some of these advances. Today we review brain stimulation techniques. It’s long been found

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Modern Therapies – There is a place for all

Addiction, Positive Psychology, Psychology, Rehab, Treatment

The idea is that if we have a clear road map of where we are going we will find it easier to see if our behaviours are in line with these goals.

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Looking In From the Outside

Addiction, Alcohol, Hayfarm, Inspirational Stories, Rehab, Treatment

An experienced Recovery Coach from the States paid our Hay Farm clinic a visit and gave us an account of his observations that we are happy to share with you. We thank Dr. Ronald W. Hill for his kind and insightful thoughts. Recently I had the privilege and pleasure of visiting the PROMIS residential treatment

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Horticultural Therapy

Creative Therapy, Fun in recovery, Psychology, Self Help, Treatment

Spring is hopefully just around the corner and so is a great prompt to introduce Horticultural Therapy to Hay Farm. We have such a beautiful setting here, with 12 acres of farm land, so it is perfect for those who feel that this therapy might help them. Horticultural Therapy is an active process which engages

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