

The We-ness of Groups: Why Some Gatherings Heal More Deeply Than Others
If you’ve ever facilitated or participated in a therapy group, you’ll know that some groups seem to “click” in a way that others don’t. Something subtle but palpable begins to form — a sense of we. It’s the difference between a circle of individuals and a living, breathing organism.
janeaireleeds
Oct 23


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


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


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


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


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


Announcing new workshops for TA students - Key TA Concepts
We are pleased to announce a new series of short workshops developed for TA students; Key TA Concepts.
jane@northside
Oct 26, 2023


Guidelines on Suicide and Self Harm for Private Practice Therapists
This workshop gives what you need to know as a Private Practice Therapist or practitioner about the updates to NICE guidelines on Suicide
jane@northside
Oct 4, 2023


Working with clients struggling with anxiety? - here are 10 ideas
10 ideas or tools to use when working with clients who may be struggling with anxiety
jane@northside
Jul 26, 2023


Five reasons why contracting is important within clinical supervision
What is contracting and why is it important within clinical supervision?
jane@northside
Jun 21, 2023


Using reflective questioning within the clinical supervision session
Using reflective questioning within clinical supervision encourages counsellors to examine their own role and effectiveness.
jane@northside
Jun 13, 2023


Why stretching after a client session is good for you
Its really simple - stretching regularly is great for both physical and mental well-being. This is particularly true if you have a the...
jane@northside
Apr 27, 2023


Why is clinical supervision important for counsellors and therapists?
Post looking at why clinical supervision is important for counsellors and therapists.
jane@northside
Mar 22, 2023


Why prioritising your own wellness as a therapist is important
After time spent problem solving with clients, we often neglect ourselves. It's important to prioritize our own wellness
jane@northside
Mar 16, 2023


5 Ways Critical Thinking Skills Can Help Me Be A Better Therapist
Critical thinking is an essential life skill and can help us be better counsellors or therapists. This posts explores why.
jane@northside
Mar 10, 2023


Imago Relationship Therapy - a great model for couples therapy
What is Imago Relationship Therapy? This article explains more about the model and how it works.
jane@northside
Nov 21, 2022
