MySafeTherapy Blog &amp; Articles

Attachment Styles Explained: The Four Types and Whether They Can Change

Secure, anxious, avoidant or disorganised: discover what your attachment style means for your relationships, where it comes from, and whether it can change.

What Is Imposter Syndrome? Signs, Causes and What Helps

Imposter syndrome is the persistent feeling that your success is down to luck rather than skill. Here is what causes it, how it shows up at work and university, and what actually helps.

ADHD in Women: Signs, Hormones, Masking and Getting Assessed in the UK

ADHD in women is often missed because it shows up as inattention and masking rather than visible hyperactivity. Here is how it presents, how hormones affect it, and how to get assessed in the UK.

What Is Trauma Bonding and Why Is It So Hard to Leave

Trauma bonding is the powerful emotional attachment that can form to someone who alternates kindness and cruelty. This guide explains why it happens, how to plan for safety, and where to find UK support.

How to Stop Overthinking: Evidence-Based Techniques That Help

Overthinking is usually worry about the future or rumination about the past, and both respond to practical, evidence-based techniques. Here is what actually helps.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Symptoms, Causes and Treatment in the UK

Seasonal affective disorder is a recurring winter depression, not just disliking dark evenings. Here is how to spot it, what causes it, and the treatments that can help.

What Is a Narcissist and How Do You Recognise the Traits

“Narcissist” is an everyday label; narcissistic personality disorder is a clinical diagnosis. This guide explains narcissist traits, what a diagnosis involves and what to do if a relationship is affecting you.

October 1, 2026

Why Googling Symptoms Can Make Health Anxiety Worse

Searching online for an explanation can feel sensible when something does not feel right in your body. But when you have health anxiety, symptom searches can create more fear, more checking and even more physical sensations.

August 4, 2026

Inferiority Complex: How to Recognise It and Overcome Feelings of Inferiority

A practical, therapist-informed guide to what an inferiority complex is, where it comes from, and how to overcome feelings of inferiority with BACP therapy and AI journaling.

July 31, 2026

Online Therapy in the UK: Professional Support, From Anywhere

Online therapy in the UK has evolved into a clinical-grade solution. Discover how MySafeTherapy combines BACP-vetted therapists and AI journaling.

March 14, 2026

How to Know if You Need Therapy: 5 Signs It's Time to Talk

Wondering if you need therapy? Discover five evidence-based signs it's time to talk — from persistent anxiety to unhealthy coping mechanisms.

March 8, 2026

What's Your Resilience Score? A 3-Minute Guide to Understanding Your Mental Baseline

Discover your resilience score — a science-backed mental baseline that reveals how well you handle stress, avoid burnout, and bounce back from setbacks. Take the 3-minute check now.

March 4, 2026

Finding Your Voice: How BACP Accredited Online Therapy and AI Journaling Help You Heal

Discover how a BACP-accredited online therapist and AI journaling can help you heal — with affordable UK counselling and flexible support.

March 2, 2026

Wellbeing Capacity Indicators (WCI): A Science-Backed Framework to Measure Mental Capacity Before Burnout

Wellbeing Capacity Indicators reveal your available mental capacity for focus, decisions, and emotional regulation. Learn how to restore it early.

February 18, 2026

5 Signs Therapy Is Working (Even When It Doesn't Feel Like It)

You've been going to therapy for weeks—maybe months. You're showing up, doing the work, being honest. But is it actually working? Here are the 5 real signs of progress.

January 28, 2026

What to Expect in Your First Therapy Session (Steps, Questions & Tips)

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming. This guide covers what actually happens, how to prepare, and how to know if it's the right fit.

January 15, 2026

Spotting Emotional Exhaustion: A Guide to Taking Back Control

You're running on empty but still pushing through each day. Emotional exhaustion often creeps in quietly, draining your energy before you even notice.

January 15, 2026

How Therapy Works for Anxiety and Depression: A Beginner's Guide

Considering therapy for anxiety or depression? This beginner's guide explains how therapy works and what to expect in your first sessions.

December 27, 2025

Understanding the Difference Between Situational and Clinical Depression

Depression is often used as a broad term, but not all depression is the same. The difference matters because the cause, duration, symptoms, and treatment approach vary.

December 22, 2025

MySafeTherapy News

MySafeTherapy Is Heading to Web Summit Lisbon 2025

This November, we're taking our mission from the UK to one of the largest global tech stages—Web Summit Lisbon 2025, where 70,000+ founders, investors, and innovators gather.

November 7, 2025

8 Signs Your Relationship or Marriage Has Become Emotionally Toxic

Most toxic relationships don't announce themselves. They unfold quietly. Here are eight clear signs of an emotionally toxic relationship, with data and real-life examples.

Why AI Can't Replace Human Therapy: The Role of Real Connection in Healing

AI chatbots and digital wellness apps are being promoted as alternatives to therapy. But can AI replace human therapists? The short answer is no.

Why Mental Health Systems Fail the People Who Need Them Most

Millions of people search for help every year, but most never receive the support they need. The truth is not that people don't want therapy—it's that the system is broken.

How Digital Therapy Tools are Shaping Anonymity in Mental Health Support

Imagine being able to explore your thoughts and feelings without the fear of being judged, all while maintaining your privacy—that's the beauty of therapeutic avatars.

Am I a High-Functioning Anxious Person? 5 Subtle Signs Most People Overlook

You don't look anxious. But you feel it every day. You hold things together, meet deadlines, and smile through it all. But behind the routine, your mind rarely rests.

For GenZs

Therapy for Gen Z: What Young Adults Actually Want from Mental Health Platforms

Gen Z doesn't approach mental health the way older generations did. They're self-aware and open—but that doesn't mean they're finding the right support.

For GenZs

Why Therapy Shouldn't Feel Like a Transaction

Therapy is not a product you check out of a cart. It's not a subscription box. Too many mental health platforms make it feel that way—and that's a problem.