Gentle Minds - Articles and stories about counselling, Mental Health, and Well-Being

Anxiety plays a role in our everyday lives; we feel anxious at times about new experiences such as starting a new job or going into hospital. This kind of anxiety is normal and healthy. But when anxiety becomes part of our daily experience, overriding thoughts of...

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) is a UK organisation that provides evidence-based guidelines to improve health and social care. Their menopause guidance is designed to support healthcare providers and individuals in managing menopause...

Cancer treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, and hormone therapies can abruptly trigger menopause, particularly in younger women, due to their impact on ovarian function. Known within the cancer community as "chemopause," this sudden shift is the result of ovarian...

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a form of talking therapy that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviours. It is commonly used to treat various mental health conditions, but it has also been shown to be effective in managing...