Being an expat can be an exciting and challenging experience, not only for adults but also for children. Moving to another country brings new cultures, languages, and environments that can have a profound impact on children’s mental development. As a parent, it’s important to understand how expat life can affect your child and to use ... Read more The post Expat Life and Children’s Mental Development appeared first on MindNLife Psychology Practice ..read more

As an experienced Clinical Psychologist, I understand that seeking therapy can be a significant decision. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or any other mental health concern, finding the right approach tailored to your unique needs is crucial. That’s why I’m here to shed light on the transformative potential of individualised online therapy. ... Read more The post Discover the Power of Individualised Online Therapy appeared first on MindNLife Psychology Practice ..read more

In the landscape of therapeutic interventions, the term “boundaries” has gained widespread popularity. In this article, Dr Quratulain Zaidi, of MindNLife explains why she’s reluctant to get on the bandwagon. If you’ve spent any time in therapy with me, you’ve probably heard me say, “I don’t like to use the word ‘boundaries’. It’s not that ... Read more The post Beyond Boundaries appeared first on MindNLife Psychology Practice ..read more

In today’s fast-paced world, taking care of our mental health and our holistic wellbeing is more important than ever. As a private psychology practice for the whole family, we understand the significance of finding the right support system. With the advent of technology, and especially during covid it became obvious online therapy has emerged as ... Read more The post Unlocking the Benefits of Online Therapy: A Guide to Choosing the Right Therapist appeared first on MindNLife Psychology Practice ..read more

It is common for people to stay together for their children. They fear that their child might come from a broken home. These ideas do make sense; divorce can be considered an adverse childhood experience. However, sometimes, getting a divorce is the safer option for your child. Domestic violence, abuse, neglect, and parental conflict can ... Read more The post Will Divorce Affect My Child’s Sense of Security? appeared first on MindNLife Psychology Practice ..read more

When we set big, overwhelming New Year’s resolutions, we also set up the expectation that we’re going to turn over an entirely new leaf and that sets us up for failure. In reality, real change requires incremental changes to ensure the change becomes habitual. It takes any time from 21 days to 8 weeks to ... Read more The post Do New Year’s resolutions really work? appeared first on MindNLife Psychology Practice ..read more

It’s been about a decade since Brown’s research popularised the term “grey divorce” to describe this phenomenon – something that used to be a rarity, but now has become much more common. “Well over a third of people who are getting divorced now are over the age of 50.” More than one in three people ... Read more The post Future proofing your marriage from grey divorce appeared first on MindNLife Psychology Practice ..read more

Children are innately emotional. From a young age, they go through various emotions like happiness, curiosity, sadness, and fear. Emotions serve an important function; we need them to survive. Understanding and dealing with emotions is crucial for a child’s overall development and well-being. As parents, it is essential to create a supportive environment where children ... Read more The post Children and emotions appeared first on MindNLife Psychology Practice ..read more

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a technique that uses eye movements. The eye movements are a form of bilateral stimulation that reduces the intensity and vividness of traumatic memories. Intrusive thoughts, memories, and reexperiencing are symptoms of trauma disorders such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). EMDR is also an effective treatment for ... Read more The post Does EMDR work online? appeared first on MindNLife Psychology Practice ..read more

Children are vulnerable and can easily be traumatised by various events in their lives. Traumatic experiences can have a profound impact on a child’s development and well-being, leading to a range of symptoms such as mood disorders, anxiety, somatic complaints, and other stress-related problems. Fortunately, there are several therapeutic approaches specifically designed to help children ... Read more The post How EMDR can help children process traumatic experiences appeared first on MindNLife Psychology Practice ..read more