MY thoughts on mental health

"I should have known better." That was the thought that hit me once I’d begun to settle. I talk about trauma. I support clients to...

Discover how nature supports men’s mental health by regulating the nervous system, reducing stress, and offering space to reconnect. Learn why getting outside - even briefly - can be a powerful reset.

Spending time in Nature and green spaces reduces activity in the amygdala – the brain’s fear centre – and boosts areas associated with calm, empathy, and focus.

Why Do Men Push Through When They Should Stop? It isn’t just about ignoring a cold or powering through a cough. It’s about how men are often conditioned to override their emotional and physical needs in the name of “coping” or “getting on with it.”

Have you ever noticed how men tend to open up more when they’re walking side by side with someone, rather than sitting across a table? Whether it’s during a walk; working on a car; or sitting together on a long drive, men often find it easier to talk when facing the world shoulder-to-shoulder. It’s not just anecdotal - there’s science behind it.

Discover a different approach to men's mental health. Learn how Walk and Talk Therapy creates space for men to heal, connect, and stand tall.

When we talk about postnatal depression, we almost always focus on mothers. But the truth is, 1 in 10 fathers also experience postnatal depression. This is known as Paternal Postnatal Depression and while it may be less visible, its impact is just as profound. Yet, it remains largely hidden, often dismissed as stress or typical 'dad struggles.'.

Imposter syndrome arises from a disconnection between internal self-perception and external validation. Men, in particular, are often raised with subtle but powerful messages: you must be competent, confident, and emotionally self-reliant. These unspoken rules leave little room for vulnerability or self-doubt

Discover why men aren’t using workplace mental health support and what businesses can do to create a culture where male employees feel safe and supported.

Adventure isn’t just about climbing mountains or jumping out of planes. It’s about stepping into the unknown.

For many self-employed men, especially those running their own businesses, work's more than a job - it’s an expression of identity & purpose

Maternal Attachment Trauma is one of the deepest yet least discussed emotional wounds impacting men today.

Gareth Southgate’s 2025 Richard Dimbleby Lecture  highlights crucial themes that resonate deeply with anyone passionate about men's...

Full-day walk & talk therapy sessions, offer physical space & blend the healing powers of nature, movement, and uninterrupted dialogue.

Have you ever felt your sense of self-worth rise and fall with your bank balance? You're not alone.

There are moments in life when everything feels off. You’re successful on paper, but something isn’t sitting right. his is dissonance.

Self-harm is not just a teenage issue or something that only affects women! My experience working with men supports research showing that th

Talking about the trauma of sexual abuse and seeking therapy are not signs of weakness; they are acts of profound courage.

For too long, mental health support has been designed with a one-size-fits-all approach - an approach that often overlooks specific needs

Ever feel like you’re just going through the motions? You’re holding it together - work, bills, responsibilities - but something feels… off.