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A peek behind the curtain of therapy. We demystify the process, share tips, and offer honest reflections on what it means to heal.

How to Get the Most Out of Your Therapy Journey, in Person or Online

Therapy is your space to explore, grow, and thrive. Here’s how to show up, stay curious, and make the most of every session—because investing in yourself is always worth it.
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Is Therapy Working? How to Know if You’re on the Right Track

Therapy isn’t a straight line—it’s more like a two-step, a shuffle, and a stumble forward. Reflect, reset, and trust the process—because even the smallest wins mean you’re moving in the right direction.
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Which Type of Therapy Is Right for Me?

Starting therapy is a big step—choosing the right type? Even bigger. From CBT to arts-based approaches, explore the options and find the one that feels right for you. Therapy is personal, and your path is yours to choose.
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Therapist Manifesto

At Self Space, we champion therapy that is unapologetically human, relational, and real. Our Therapist Manifesto is a reminder that healing isn’t found in perfection or expertise, but in connection, curiosity, and creativity. It’s about being present, fostering change, and walking alongside our clients in their journey.
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Childhood Trauma

Understanding Childhood Trauma

After meeting thousands of people within our work, we have come to the conclusion that there is no such thing as an uneventful childhood; no such thing as an upbringing without at least one wounding experience...
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6 Questions To Ask Your Therapist Before You Start

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Gestalt therapy

What is Gestalt Therapy?

With so many different therapy styles, you might find yourself confused as to which to choose. Having specialised in Gestalt Psychotherapy for 6 years, I wanted to shed some insight. If you enjoy creativity, have curiosity in your body and an interest in living more choicefully, I urge you to read on.
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What I’d Like Men to Know about Men’s Therapy

Modern therapy and therapists are really not like the cliches you see: you won't find a clipboard and you won't be asked to lay down. You're in control. Yes, talking can be awkward at first, but it a great space to flex your mental agility.
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Choosing a type of therapy

Choosing A Type Of Therapy – Where Do I Start?

Working your way through different types of therapy can be a slog. Here is a non-exhaustive list that might help guide you.
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Insight + Action = Change

Insight + Action = Change

The illusion of change implies that once we become aware of something, of a problem, of a solution, that this will immediately translate into us feeling better, or being “fixed” or “healed”.
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