Compassion Fatigue….is rife, in the helping professions! Why? Because most of those who step into these professions do so because of their own previous experiences. Experiences of always being the one in their family who ‘had the answers’. ‘Took care of everyone else. ’ Felt responsible for the feelings and needs of others at an […]
Caring for the Carers: How Our Therapists Navigate Compassion Fatigue Read More »
“It takes a village to raise a child” – these familiar words echo an ancient truth. But just as precious is this whispered wisdom: every mother needs her village too, a caring circle of hearts and hands to help her flourish and find her strength. We humans are social beings who need contact and connection.
Mothering Without a Village Read More »
To celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, we at Laura Greenwood Therapy wanted to honour one of our main messages. “Everything begins with a Mother.” Laura tasked the team with reflecting on the women that have shaped them to be the people they are today. Whether this be their birth Mother, Grandmother, someone else from our
Everything Begins with a Mother Read More »
Here is an article from our wonderful Sarah O’Callaghan, CBT Psychotherapist at Laura Greenwood Therapy. Here is one for our valued, wonderful, teacher followers. Whether an official teacher or a ‘teacher’ in the home. Because this is what we all are as parents right? Teaching our children how to be in the world and grow
Raising Emotionally Aware Boys Read More »
“It stops with me” Breaking Generational Patterns of Parenting and Managing Mental Health from a Dads Perspective by Paul Ledger, Psychotherapist at Laura Greenwood Therapy When I was 15 years old, I began thinking deeply about what I wanted to do with my life. I found myself fascinated by the concept of metacognition —
Our COO, Laura Batchelor shares with us her experience of raising two boys and the challenges that come with boys getting bullied. As a Mum of two boys, aged 8 and 10, I’ve experienced firsthand the joys and challenges that come with raising children in today’s world. One challenge that often goes unspoken is
Boys Get Bullied Too Read More »
Recently, the end of an era was marked. For my husband. My family, and also, for me. Following 23 years of open-age football on a weekend, James hung up his weekend footy boots after his final game. It felt big. For him and for me. You see my husband and I met very young. In
Learning to Embrace the Seasons – Diary of a Football Wife, Widow & Mother Read More »
Written by – Sarah – Paul’s Wife, A Therapist Content Warning – you may find some of the content in this blog difficult or triggering. Please read with care. We Did Everything We Could to Prepare My husband, Paul, and I are total Type A’s. When it came to planning to start trying for a
Infertility, A Mum’s Perspective Read More »
Hey there, Mama! Are you feeling the strain of balancing Motherhood and marriage? It’s a whole new ball game, isn’t it! But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. As a matrescence coach and psychotherapist, I’ve worked with plenty of women just like you who are navigating the ups and downs of love after having children.
Navigating Motherhood & Marriage: 5 Ways to strengthen your relationship after baby Read More »
