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A day on a creative writing course can inspire renewed respect for the therapeutic power of non-judgmental listening. Private Practice, Winter 2017

When one pursues a direction that feels contrary to one’s character, there’s an opportunity for individuation that wouldn’t otherwise arise, writes Aaron Balick. Private Practice, December 2022

As a lone therapist renting a room in a GP surgery, Michael Kallenbach was uncertain how to respond when reception staff expressed curiosity about his clients. Private Practice, Spring 2015

The work of the couple therapist includes helping clients to explore and express their expectations of love, writes Kathy Rees. Private Practice, Autumn 2016

From a legal perspective, what exactly is our ‘duty of care’ towards our clients? Peter Jenkins explains. Private Practice, Winter 2014

…I find Sally’s sense of entitlement staggering. I glance through the window at her car, a newish hybrid – a gift from her parents. Private Practice, June 2023

Counselling without any training is against our professional standards. Should the same not apply for supervision? asks Rosie Dansey. Private Practice, Autumn 2015

As a provider of deaf therapy to deaf clients, Victoria Nelson challenges the internalised oppressions that result from the oral versus sign language debate. Private Practice, December 2020

Featuring 'Keeping your head in the game: untold stories of the highs and lows of a life in sport', Gary Bloom; 'The single-session counselling primer: principles and practice', Windy Dryden and 'Psychogeography and psychotherapy: connecting pathways', Chris Rose. Private Practice, September 2021

Open article: A personal reflection on my and my family’s relationship with both the process and the business of counselling. Private Practice, Autumn 2017