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Genetics, Grief and Therapy: Reflections on Ambiguous Loss from the Good Enough Counsellors Podcast
In this conversation with Josephine Hughes on the Good Enough Counsellors podcast, I explore anticipatory grief, ambiguous loss and the psychological impact of living with genetic uncertainty. We discuss how attachment-informed therapy can help clients navigate inherited conditions, chronic illness and futures that cannot yet be known.
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Jul 302 min read


Some Stories Need a Season of Rest: A Reflection on Therapist Wellbeing
Rest isn't something we earn. As I prepare for my annual summer break, I've been reflecting on how our earliest family stories can shape our relationship with rest—and why that matters not only for us, but for the clients we support.
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Jul 303 min read


Coping with Huntington’s Disease (HD): From Predictive Testing to Therapy and Support
Find compassionate support for Huntington’s disease (HD), predictive genetic testing, and grief with Saiyna Therapy’s counselling and psychotherapy team.
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Sep 6, 20252 min read


Exploring the Connection Between Genetic Testing and Mental Health: How Online Counselling Can Make a Difference
Let's explore the unique psychological impact of genetic testing, and how online therapy can support the process.
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Mar 24, 20253 min read


Online Counselling for Genetic Diagnoses: Supporting Clients with Bardet-Biedl Syndrome (BBS)
My experiences of providing short term telephone counselling to clients with Bardet-Biedl Syndrome (BBS) at The Maypole Project.
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Oct 9, 20244 min read


The Art of Pedigree/Genogram Drawing: Unravelling Family History in the Counselling Room
Let's learn how to draw a pedigree or family tree and how this can enhance your counselling practice.
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Sep 17, 20243 min read


Understanding Genetics in the Therapy Room: Bridging the Gap Between DNA and Mental Health
Discover how genetics impacts mental health and relationships in the therapy room.
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Aug 15, 20243 min read
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