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This page has a number of articles and pieces of interest for people wanting to explore the world of psychodynamic psychotherapy. It does not only include the more theoretical aspects but the more human aspects of experience, emotion, and poetry. Why not give it a read?
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Grief and Loss in the Digital Age: Finding Support Online
The hidden weight of grief Your journey matters Grief rarely unfolds neatly. It is not only about the loss of a loved one but also about what that loss means in the fabric of our lives. People are searching more than ever for grief psychotherapy , bereavement counselling online , and psychodynamic therapy UK because grief often demands more than reassurance. It requires depth, patience, and real understanding. Why online psychotherapy helps For many, sitting in their own hom

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Oct 132 min read


Online Therapy for Anxiety and Depression: A Psychodynamic Approach
Online Therapy can be hugely benificial Why anxiety and depression feel so overwhelming For many people, anxiety and depression are not...

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Oct 62 min read


What Does It Really Feel Like to Be in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy? (And Why Therapists Go Too)
something new “psychodynamic psychotherapy is not about fixing. It’s about understanding.” If you’ve never been to therapy, it can feel...

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Jul 73 min read


Why Choose Psychodynamic Therapy Online in the UK?
The rise of online psychotherapy Online Therapy Over the last decade, psychotherapy online in the UK has gone from being a niche...

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Sep 292 min read


Thinking About Psychodynamic Therapy? Here’s What You Need to Know Before You Start
Why Consider Psychodynamic Therapy in the UK? Why now? Why not now? If you’ve been searching for a therapy that goes deeper than...

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Sep 93 min read


Hidden Grief: The Psychodynamic Unfolding of Infant Loss and the Path to Emotional Repair
Hidden Grief: The Psychodynamic Unfolding of Infant Loss and the Path to Emotional Repair Introduction I wanted to write something that...

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Aug 125 min read


Why Social Media “AI Therapist” Trend Should Make You Pause (and Seek Real Psychodynamic Healing).
Social media is buzzing. Have you seen the videos titled “I asked ChatGPT to be my therapist…” or scrolling threads where users share...

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Aug 44 min read


When TikTok Doesn’t Tell the Truth: Why Misinformation About Mental Health Is Spreading—and How to Respond
Introduction I thought that this topic needed some attention. I'm not on TikTok but I have heard many stories of information obtained...

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Jul 284 min read


The Bathroom Break Sanctuary: Carving Out Mental Space in a World That Won’t Stop
We live in an era where space to think, feel, and simply "be" has become an endangered species as I discussed briefly in my last blog. In...

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Jul 115 min read


The Need for Space to Think in an Age That Won’t Stop Moving
How often do we stop and really think? Not the quick, surface-level thoughts that fill our days—what to cook for dinner, how to reply to...

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Jul 106 min read


The Unseen Weight: Reflections on Mental Health Nursing, Gender, and the Quiet Strength of Care
Forgive the length of this piece and only slight diversion from psychotherapy, although psychotherapy is curiosity and enquiry so maybe...

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Jul 85 min read


More Than Just Being Heard: What Depth Psychotherapy Offers in a World of Instant Therapy
In recent years, there’s been a welcome shift: more people than ever are seeking therapy. Whether it's through the NHS, private practice,...

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Jul 16 min read


Men’s Mental Health: A Quiet Crisis in Plain Sight By Alan Archibald
Every so often, a topic drifts just beneath the surface of public discourse—visible enough to notice, but not quite spoken aloud. Men’s...

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Jun 185 min read


Men’s Mental Health Month: A Time to Pause, Reflect, and Speak Up
For many men, navigating mental health isn't just about feelings—it’s about identity, expectations, culture, and sometimes silence. At Archibald Psychotherapy, I believe in creating spaces where those silences can finally speak.

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Jun 94 min read


You’re Not Lazy — You Might Just Be Burned Out
Gentle reminders to recognize and prevent burnout before it starts. Learn self-care tips and when to seek support (e.g. therapy) to protect your emotional wellness and vitality.

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Jun 25 min read


Trauma Therapy... what's it all about?
Trauma Therapy: Healing the Invisible Wounds Trauma can be a difficult experience to process but with the right tools and the right...

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May 195 min read


Exploring Your Options: The Hidden Benefits of Online Therapy vs Traditional In-Person Sessions
In today's fast-paced world, awareness about mental health has grown immensely, paralleling the demand for accessible therapeutic...

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May 84 min read


Welcome and hello to Archibald Psychotherapy
https://youtu.be/yhKJqtQkhrs

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Oct 6, 20201 min read


Connection - what do we mean
Something as simple sounding as n ot just seeing but connecting with another human being can bring about such meaningful life events. ...

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Oct 2, 20201 min read


The lockdown and cultural aspects explored in this interesting Guardian article
https://www.theguardian.com/science/2020/sep/26/dreading-a-dark-winter-lockdown-think-like-a-norwegian?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other&fbclid=IwAR...

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Sep 30, 20201 min read
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