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When Your Teen Is Struggling and You Don’t Know How to Help
When your teen is struggling, it can feel unsettling and confusing. You may notice changes in their mood, behaviour, or energy and find yourself unsure of how to help without pushing too hard or making things worse. Many parents describe feeling worried, helpless, or constantly on alert. If this feels familiar, you are not alone. Adolescence is a time of emotional, social, and developmental change, and many teens struggle quietly. Therapy can offer support for teens who feel
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Jan 163 min read


Understanding Adolescent Anxiety: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Anxiety in adolescents is incredibly common, but that does not make it any less overwhelming for young people or their families. The teenage years bring huge changes. Teens are developing their identity, managing more school pressure, forming deeper relationships, and trying to understand their place in the world. When stress becomes too heavy, anxiety can grow quietly in the background until it starts to affect everyday life. At Authentic Living London, we see how deeply anx
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Nov 25, 20254 min read


Understanding EMDR Therapy: What It Is, What It Helps With, and What to Expect
EMDR therapy helps people heal from the lingering effects of trauma and emotional distress by reprocessing painful memories in a safe and structured way. Rather than talking about the past in detail, clients engage in guided eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation that help the brain release the emotional charge of old experiences. Over time, distressing memories lose their intensity, and new, healthier beliefs begin to take hold.
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Oct 27, 20253 min read


When Grief Feels Too Heavy to Carry Alone
Grief is a natural part of life, yet when it comes, it can feel too heavy to carry alone. Many people try to push through or wait for time to heal, but grief has no timeline and no single “right” way of unfolding. If you’ve been carrying your grief quietly, therapy can offer a safe place to share your story, feel understood, and find support. At Authentic Living London, we believe grief doesn’t need fixing—it needs space, compassion, and care.
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Sep 17, 20254 min read


Why Personality Disorders Are Hard to Treat: Understanding the Challenges and How Therapy Can Help
Personality disorders are challenging to treat because they involve long-standing patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating to others. Each disorder, from borderline to narcissistic to avoidant, presents unique hurdles in therapy. At Authentic Living London, our therapists provide specialized, evidence-based support, helping clients develop healthier coping strategies, improve relationships, and navigate healing from complex issues such as narcissistic abuse.
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Aug 15, 20253 min read


What Happens in the First Therapy Session
Your first therapy session can feel overwhelming, but knowing what to expect can make it easier. At Authentic Living London, we create a safe, welcoming space where you can share your story, set goals, and start your journey toward healing.
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Aug 11, 20253 min read
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