by Emma Warren | Mar 8, 2022 | Blog
“I am really worried about my child’s mental health, but I don’t think they will agree to accessing therapy at this point, what can I do?” This is a dilemma we hear from parents and carers quite often, and it’s a really difficult situation to be in. If a child or...
by Emma Warren | Feb 11, 2022 | Blog
The current UK education system has several levels of testing depending on key stage or educational year, with SATs beginning in Year 2. There can be a lot of focus placed upon the importance of these exam results in schools, which can lead to children and young...
by Alex Calvert | Feb 11, 2022 | Blog
There is a large focus in schools placed upon SATS, mock exams and actual GCSE’s. This combined with the impact of a series of lockdowns and restrictions has led to an increase in exam stress for many children and young people. Here are some tips for parents and...
by Emma Warren | Jan 20, 2022 | Blog
Here at The Retreat, we understand how the diagnosis of breast cancer can be a traumatic, life changing event and has a considerable psychological impact. Often the only focus initially is to survive. After successful treatment however, other areas of life begin to...
by Amy Bedingham | Dec 1, 2021 | Blog
One of the most effective ways to build mental strength is through mindfulness – being attentive and aware in the present, without distractions such as past thoughts or future worries. Many athletes use mindfulness techniques as part of their training, with Michael...
by Emma Warren | Nov 30, 2021 | Blog
The Menopause. An inevitable part of life, or a seemingly never-ending ordeal? At times, it can feel like both – but if you are one of the lucky ones that don’t experience a host of debilitating symptoms, then it is unlikely you will relate to much of what I...
