

Is Transactional Analysis or TA Relevant for Coaches?
From time to time, a coach will email me and say something like:
“I’m not a therapist — would the TA101 still be relevant for me?”
It’s an understandable question. Transactional Analysis is a recognised psychotherapy approach. But the honest answer is that some of the most thoughtful participants we see on theTA101 are coaches. Not because they want to retrain as therapists. But because they’re working with real human complexity — and they want a way of thinking that can hold
jane@northside
Feb 11


Why a Therapeutic Philosophy Matters in Counselling and Psychotherapy
With a clear philosophical grounding, technique becomes more integrated and responsive — a way of expressing something more fundamental about how we work with people.
jane@northside
Jan 10


The Healing Life of Groups
Reflecting on Yalom's therapeutic factors, we explore the power that can happen when people get together with a shared purpose. Its the healing life of groups.
jane@northside
Nov 5, 2025


Training in Working with Groups - 5 Reasons Why its a Good Idea
Working with groups offers counsellors and psychotherapists a powerful way to deepen their practice. From personal growth to transferable skills and creative connection, here are five reasons why learning to work with groups is a great next step in your professional development.
jane@northside
May 13, 2025


Beyond the Therapy Room: April 2025
April 2025 newsletter for therapists - this issue - global mental health policy and support for menopausal women.
jane@northside
Apr 30, 2025


Beyond the Therapy Room: March 2025
March 2025 newsletter for therapists - this issue - Discrimination-related depression and Music as pain relief.
jane@northside
Mar 30, 2025


Beyond the Therapy Room: February 2025
February 2025 newsletter for therapists - this issue - postpartum depression and bullying and harassment in the creative industries.
jane@northside
Feb 27, 2025


Working with Clients with ADHD in the Therapy Space
Nea Clarks series of workshops on the theme of ADHD in the Therapy Space
jane@northside
Feb 15, 2025


Picture Cards As Therapy Resources
A selection of picture card ideas to use within your therapeutic work - including recommendations from other practitioners.
jane@northside
Nov 8, 2024


Why I think clinical supervision is so important for counsellors and therapists
Like me, many therapists work alone and clinical supervision fills a gap where you would normally have a professional line manager.
jane@northside
Aug 22, 2024


Why do we, as therapists, find it hard to look after ourselves? - and some ideas of how we can start.
As people who help others and, often are the backstop for others, how can we change our habits and routine to include caring for ourselves?
jane@northside
Jun 27, 2024


Four passive behaviours that can stifle growth
An overview of four types of passive behaviour that don't problem solve and lead to dissatisfaction.
jane@northside
May 9, 2024


Exploring six key elements of the Diploma in Supervision course
Bev Gibbons and Ronen Stilman share 6 things that have been important to them during the Diploma in Supervision course.
jane@northside
Feb 28, 2024


How Transactional Analysis Can Help With Effectiveness at Work
Looking at two of the key concepts in transactional analysis; ego states and transactions can help us be more effective in work.
jane@northside
Nov 29, 2023
