by Emma Warren | Feb 13, 2021 | Adult Services, Blog, The Retreat York, Therapy
By Rosalie Harrison How on earth do we mark Valentine’s day this year? It’s freezing, we’re in lockdown and we’ve already got more than a few plates spinning, frankly. Our association of romance and spring is not a coincidence; a sustainable source of light, warmth,...
by Emma Warren | Feb 10, 2021 | Adult Services
The Coronavirus pandemic and resulting lockdowns have dramatically changed the way we live our lives. Working and schooling from home has altered the domestic dynamic, putting new strains on families and relationships. The Retreat in York, one of the oldest mental...
by Emma Warren | Feb 2, 2021 | Childrens Services
CHILD MENTAL HEALTH WEEK EXPRESS YOURSELF This week is Child Mental Health Week and the theme this year is EXPRESS YOURSELF. Take a look at the Website – Children’s Mental Health Week 2021 Its packed ideas, activities and videos for all ages to try...
by Emma Warren | Jan 6, 2021 | Adult Services
Mental Health Mantra’s The leaves not yet out, mud everywhere you go. Frosty mornings gone. Sunny mornings not yet come. Give me blizzards and frozen pipes, but not this nothing time, not this waiting room of the world.’ CS Lewis thoughts on...
by Emma Warren | Jan 5, 2021 | Adult Services, Anxiety, Blog
The Power of Journal Writing Do you keep a journal? Writing down our thoughts and feelings can improve our health and wellbeing so why not super-charge your journaling practice. Do you keep a journal? People have shared their thoughts, feelings, hopes and fears with...