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May 08, 2026 • Admin

Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD): Why Small Slights Feel Huge

A passing comment, an unanswered text, a slight change in someone's tone — and suddenly you're spiralling. If rejection (real or imagined) hits you like a physical blow, you might be experiencing Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria. Here's what it is, why it's so often linked to ADHD, and how therapy in Falmouth can help.

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May 01, 2026 • Admin

People-Pleasing: Why You Can't Say No (and How Therapy Can Help)

Saying yes when you mean no. Apologising when you've done nothing wrong. Bending yourself out of shape to keep everyone else comfortable. People-pleasing is often mistaken for kindness, but underneath it lies anxiety, exhaustion, and a quiet loss of self. Here's why it happens and how therapy can help you find a healthier balance.

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Apr 24, 2026 • Admin

Why Your Mind Races at Night: Understanding the Link Between Sleep and Anxiety

You're exhausted, but the moment your head hits the pillow your mind starts racing. Here's why anxiety and sleep get tangled and how therapy can help untangle them.

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Apr 17, 2026 • Admin

Perfectionism and the Fear of Failure: Why "High Standards" Can Quietly Wear You Down

From the outside, perfectionism often looks like a good thing — reliability, high standards, care taken. But underneath, it's often the fear of failure in disguise, quietly fuelling exhaustion, self-criticism, and anxiety. If finishing something well still leaves you feeling hollow, this post explores why perfectionism is so draining, where it comes from, and how therapy can help.

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Apr 10, 2026 • Admin

Dyslexia and ADHD: When They Occur Together and How Therapy Can Help

Many people with dyslexia also have ADHD — and the combination can have a profound effect on self-esteem, relationships, and mental health. This guide explores what it looks like in real life and how therapy can help, whether you are an adult finally making sense of your story or a parent supporting your child.

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Apr 03, 2026 • Admin

Burnout vs Depression: How to Tell the Difference (and Why It Matters)

Struggling with exhaustion, low motivation, or feeling disconnected? Learn the key differences between burnout and depression, and how therapy can help you feel like yourself again.

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Mar 27, 2026 • Admin

ADHD (Inattentive Type) in Adults: Signs, Struggles, and How Therapy Can Help

ADHD isn’t always hyperactivity. Many adults—especially those with inattentive ADHD—struggle quietly with focus, overwhelm, and self-doubt. Here’s how to recognise the signs and how therapy can help.

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Mar 20, 2026 • Admin

Health Anxiety: Why Your Mind Fixates on Symptoms (and How to Break the Cycle)

Health anxiety can make small symptoms feel overwhelming and hard to ignore. This guide explains why it happens and how therapy can help you regain a sense of calm and control.

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Mar 13, 2026 • Admin

Relationship Anxiety: Why It Happens and How Therapy Can Help

Relationship anxiety can create constant doubt, overthinking, and fear of losing a partner—even when the relationship is going well. This article explores why relationship anxiety happens and how therapy can help break the cycle.

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Mar 06, 2026 • Admin

How to Know If You Might Benefit from Therapy

Not sure whether therapy is right for you? This guide explores common signs that counselling could help — from anxiety and overthinking to feeling stuck or emotionally exhausted.

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Feb 27, 2026 • Admin

Types of Therapy Explained: Finding the Right Approach for You

Wondering which type of therapy is right for you? This guide explains the main counselling approaches and how to choose support that fits your needs.

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Feb 20, 2026 • Admin

Counselling in Falmouth: How to Find the Right Therapist for You

Looking for counselling in Falmouth? Discover how to choose the right therapist, what to expect in your first session, and how therapy can support anxiety, overthinking, and life stress in Cornwall.

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