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"It is not the events of our lives that shape us, but our thoughts about those events"

Epictetus.

The Edinburgh Christmas Paradox: Why It’s Okay to Love (and Loathe) the Festive Season & Prioritise your Mental Health

This article contemplates the relationships between Christmas Festivities in Edinburgh & Mental Wellness. It gives 5 tips to help keep good mental health during the festive season.

Dec 5, 2025

Couple sitting in a Couples Therapy Room with CBT Therapist in Edinburgh

Strengthening Relationships Through Couples Therapy in Edinburgh

A couple engaging in CBT Couples Therapy in Edinburgh

Sep 21, 2025

A comfy chair in a Edinburgh CBT Therapy & Counselling Services room

Grief and Couples Therapy in Edinburgh – Healing Together Through Loss

This article explores how couples grieve apart and together, with the help of couples therapy in Edinburgh.

Sep 21, 2025

A couple having an argument on a park bench in Edinburgh

Discovering the Benefits of Open Communication in Couples Counselling with Vanesa Zaratan, Relationship Counsellor.

When couples come to therapy it is usually to work on the way the communicate with each other. At Edinburgh CBT & Counselling Services we work on the relationship ourselves and also how we communicate with others. More effective communication results in more effective connections, understanding and personal growth.

Jul 11, 2025

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The Importance of Understanding Yourself for Personal Growth

Understanding yourself is the cornerstone of personal growth. It involves recognizing your emotions, strengths, weaknesses, and motivations. This journey into self-awareness is crucial to achieving the personal changes you aspire to.

Jun 10, 2025