Art Therapy
Art Therapy Improving your well-being and over all mental, physical and emotional health through the creative process is exactly what Art Therapy is. Art Therapists are trained to guide individuals through a variety of different issues – whether it be rehabilitation, counseling, psychotherapy and healing. Art Therapists Art Therapists are definitely not the airy-fairy image you may have in your mind. A trained art therapist will need to have acquired their Masters Degree in both psychology and art in order to practice and treat patients. An
Read moreCould you benefit from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)?
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a popular psychological tool used by mental health practitioners, and if often described as being similar to cognitive-behaviour therapy. ACT is categorised as a psychological intervention tool that uses the concept of ‘acceptance’, mindfulness skills, and commitment strategies to improve the way a person thinks and to make their mental state healthier.
Read moreExploring the Depths of Consciousness:
Perhaps you've experienced unexplained fears or recurring dreams that seem to have no origin in your current life.
Read moreAn introduction to body therapy
Body therapists can perform a wide variety of services that include therapeutic massage, massage for relaxation, and skin treatments for cosmetic purposes. Examples of different body therapy treatments include foot reflexology, back massage, and body exfoliation. Body therapy can also be described as an energy-based therapy as some forms of body therapy focus on tapping into a clients ‘chi’ or the paths of their life force.
Read moreBiofeedback Therapy
Biofeedback Therapy Think about the movements you can control – you control if you want to move your arm or if you want to walk. Just as we can control a variety of movements, there are functions in our body that are involuntary and are often not though about. These functions include heart rate, blood pressure and muscle tension. Biofeedback Therapy is a form of therapy that teaches patients to have control over these involuntary movements. How Does it Work? Biofeedback Therapy is a drug free practice that focuses on bring awareness to the
Read moreJungian Analysis
People turn to Jungian Analysis to create a stronger connection between their ego and their unconscious mind, to essentially become a more in tune and spiritually whole being
Read moreHypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy For those who are more accustomed to traditional forms of treatment when it comes to health and wellness, hypnotherapy may seem like a foreign and slightly strange practice. However, if you have found that western behavior therapy has been unsuccessful for you, it may be time to explore other options such as Hypnotherapy! At Health4You, you will be able to find professional Hypnotherapists in your area. What is Hypnotherapy? Hypnotherapy is an alternative form of behavioral treatment. Hypnotherapy is used to change the cognitiv
Read moreDealing With Change
Life is constantly changing. Our circumstances change, we grow older, our children grow up, our jobs change, we move to different places and even the people we spend time with change. How do you feel about change? Does it scare or excite you? Does it make you feel stressed and anxious or do you look forward to the prospect of change?
Read moreAn introduction to core energetics
Core energetics was developed by John Pierrakos in the early 1970s and is a practice that combines spiritual development with body psychology. Core energetics focuses on how, as adults, we are prone to reinstating childhood defence mechanisms and negative habits that block positive energy channels throughout the body, which causes a disempowered approach to life.
Read moreSleep Therapy
A third of a human’s life is dedicated to sleep. We use this time for our bodies to rest, reenergize and function. If such a large portion of our lives is dedicated to the sleeping process, it is clear to understand that a significant lack of sleep will have dire consequence. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Sleep Therapists are able to assist those suffering from insomnia or various other sleeping disorders. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Many sleep disorders are the result of a person’s psychological state and issues that aren’t nece
Read moreThe price of perfectionism
What does being a perfectionist mean? Simply, it means that there is absolutely no room for failure. Anything achieved by the perfectionist must be completely perfect and devoid of all errors. These expectations are self-imposed and are often unrealistic.
Read more3 Steps To Discover The Purpose of Your Life
“You were put on this earth to achieve your greatest self, to live out your purpose, and to do it courageously.” - Steve Maraboli
Read moreArt Therapy
A lot of people do not know what Art Therapy is, in short, it is a type of expressive therapy that uses people's creative processes of making art to improve their mental and emotional well-being.
Read moreTRANSACTIVE KINETICS
It's our belief, that the holding phase or interim (interactive or transactive phase) facilitates the catharsis in terms of transference. It can be quite fun, as you can also be very creative in the transactive phase... ie quirky, different movements, or even primal movement, whichever feels right. Let me know how it goes... it should be a good way to reawaken rekindle some of the dormant senses of the body, helps with self-determination, self-efficacy and autonomy..
Read moreThe Transformative Power of Sex Therapy
Sexual health is an integral component of overall well-being, encompassing physical, mental, and social aspects of sexuality.
Read moreAnimal therapy: how animals can help you heal
For many people the world over, animals are a source of immense comfort and peace. It’s no surprise that furry friends, and sometimes those with feathers and scales, have become a permanent feature in the world of psychology and therapy. Therapy animals could be the alternative approach to mental, emotional and even physical healing that you need, so read on to find out more about therapy animals and how they can impact your life for the better.
Read moreRelationships: where our greatest growth happens
It’s surely increasingly obvious to observers of humanity (among whom I count myself) just how many of us live our lives with little self-awareness.
Read moreLife Coaches: How can they help you self-actualise?
In life coaching, the relationship between the coach and the client is designed to help the client tap into their full potential, whatever that may be. Whether you’re looking to improve your personal relationships, parenting skills, career management, financial planning or just trying to achieve a greater sense of purpose, life coaches are there to help you on your journey to self-actualisation.
Read moreBody-mind therapists and how they can help you
Body-mind therapy works to heal deep-seated causes of pain and suffering in the body by exploring the intimate link between the psychological and the physical. Read on to find out some of the most important aspects of body-mind therapy and consider whether this holistic form of therapy may be right for you:
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