https://www.jostherapy.com/blog daily 0.75 2026-07-09 https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/the-changes-you-cant-always-see-in-therapy monthly 0.5 2026-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1783067791091-Z7X38JZUZBLNAWD4UP8X/unsplash-image-VlTJdP8ZY1c.jpg Blog - The changes you can’t always see in therapy - Some of the biggest changes in therapy don't happen at once, and they aren't always easy to recognise. This article explores why progress can feel gradual, and how small shifts in awareness can lead to lasting change. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/why-therapy-isnt-just-talking monthly 0.5 2026-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1783018253820-WA800QYLTOK9BRRHQHW0/unsplash-image-V5vqWC9gyEU.jpg Blog - Why therapy isn’t ‘just talking’ - It's easy to wonder how talking to someone for an hour each week could lead to lasting change. This article explores what makes therapy different from everyday conversations and why the process is far more than "just talking". https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/what-actually-happens-in-your-first-therapy-session monthly 0.5 2026-07-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/46867aee-0a8d-489e-b9cf-ad4648052fbd/Therapy+room.jpg Blog - What actually happens in your first therapy session? - Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you don't know what to expect. In this blog, I'll walk you through what typically happens in a first therapy session, helping to answer some of the most common questions and hopefully making those first steps feel a little less daunting. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/thinking-about-therapy-heres-what-you-can-expect monthly 0.5 2026-07-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1782806313744-HX27CJDPJQ3M8FSFY0UG/unsplash-image-U2H4Br0_NLs.jpg Blog - Thinking about therapy? Here's what you can expect - If you've ever wondered whether therapy might help but questioned whether you 'need' it, you're not alone. This blog explores some of the most common misconceptions about therapy and explains why it isn't about being broken, it's about understanding yourself more deeply. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/why-are-you-so-hard-on-yourself-understanding-the-inner-critic monthly 0.5 2026-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1780514050224-7R9MJBFHON0W00RFL79G/unsplash-image-xl_x_rUZImQ.jpg Blog - Why are you so hard on yourself? Understanding the inner critic - Why are we often so much harder on ourselves than we are on others? Explore where the inner critic comes from, why it feels so powerful, and how it influences anxiety, people-pleasing, self-worth, boundaries, and identity. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/who-are-you-when-youre-not-being-productive monthly 0.5 2026-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1774789723337-ZRITZUU1NBJH8D1AZNEJ/unsplash-image-Ya1ngUkLH2M.jpg Blog - Who are you when you’re not being productive? - What happens to your sense of self when you’re not being productive, useful, or “on top of things”? This blog explores the uncomfortable link between self-worth and achievement, and why slowing down can bring up guilt, anxiety, and self-doubt. If your value has become tied to what you do, this is a gentle invitation to consider who you are underneath the performance. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/when-your-self-worth-depends-on-other-peoples-reactions monthly 0.5 2026-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1773701966366-H4VHVQB4SAHGT9N2S97N/unsplash-image-TRhGEGdw-YY.jpg Blog - When your self-worth depends on other people’s reactions - Many people who struggle with people-pleasing unknowingly base their sense of self on how others react to them. Praise can feel reassuring, while criticism can quickly turn into self-doubt. In this blog, I explore why people-pleasers often look outside of themselves for validation, how comparison and feedback can shape self-worth, and how we can begin to reconnect with our own internal voice. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/breaking-the-stigma-therapy-isnt-what-you-think-it-is-1 monthly 0.5 2026-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/24a55005-1be7-4e39-9158-4ef7c045132f/talking+therapy3.jpg Blog - Breaking the stigma: Therapy isn’t what you think it is - Therapy isn’t what many people imagine, it’s not about judgment or diagnosis, but about being seen, understood, supported, and empowered. It’s a space to explore your emotions and begin to connect more kindly with yourself. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/men-over-50-its-never-too-late-to-heal monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1763025853120-2RN1TCB19CI7UCCOIO0Q/unsplash-image-hOUzzOlMOgA.jpg Blog - Men Over 50: It’s never too late to heal - November is Men’s Mental Health Month; a time to bring compassion and visibility to the quiet struggles many men face. Midlife can stir deep transitions: shifting family roles, career pressures, relationship changes, or the resurfacing of old emotional wounds. This blog explores how unresolved pain can shape men’s experiences and why it’s never too late to heal, reconnect, and rediscover your sense of self. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1770d359-25f8-4b31-9e7f-1df66e206d9b/assertiveness.jpg Blog - Men Over 50: It’s never too late to heal - If parts of this feel familiar, you don’t have to face them alone. I offer therapy for men who want to understand themselves more deeply, exploring how the past may still influence the present, and how to start to learn and grow. You can find out more or book an initial call at jo@jostherapy.com. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/the-fear-of-being-seen monthly 0.5 2026-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1762115590934-PXICVZ0R53IZEFWT0JWL/Nature-calm-mountains-river.jpg Blog - The Fear of Being Seen: When authenticity feels too exposing - We all want to feel seen, yet sometimes, that’s what scares us the most. Authenticity can feel exposing when you’ve spent years hiding parts of yourself to stay safe. But learning to show up as you are, even in small ways, is how self-trust begins to grow. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/learning-to-tolerate-difficult-emotions monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1761064367399-2ENL1MRDYWHC3MVB9SML/unsplash-image-eALgIl0Cm-A.jpg Blog - Learning to Tolerate Difficult Emotions - Emotional tolerance helps us stay present with difficult feelings instead of suppressing or avoiding them. Learn why it’s hard to tolerate emotions, common misconceptions, and gentle steps to build emotional resilience. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/the-power-of-emotional-regulation-how-to-stay-calm-under-pressure monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1758569299357-NJ0RNG445DCEW7YYRTB9/unsplash-image-n7a2OJDSZns.jpg Blog - The Power of Emotional Regulation: How to stay calm under pressure - When stress builds and emotions rise, it can feel like you’re losing control. Stressful moments can sweep us into emotional chaos - a tight chest, racing thoughts, an impulsive reaction. This post explores how emotional regulation can help you pause, breathe, and respond in ways that reflect who you truly are, even in the heat of the moment. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/why monthly 0.5 2026-06-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1755730537066-WULPD2ID0FDIS3Y7RZT2/unsplash-image--1qIRIqN14A.jpg Blog - Why dating feels so intense when you have an anxious attachment style - Why does dating feel so intense when you really like someone? If you find yourself overthinking texts, craving reassurance, or panicking when someone pulls away, it might be anxious attachment at play. This blog explores how anxious attachment shapes dating dynamics, and how to start building more emotional security in love. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/self-esteem-isnt-about-liking-yourself-its-about-knowing-yourself monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1748554338855-5LL8A9J21G7HW1BJNSJ1/unsplash-image-koy6FlCCy5s.jpg Blog - Self-esteem isn’t about liking yourself - it’s about knowing yourself - Self-esteem isn’t about loving yourself all the time, it’s about knowing and accepting who you are, even when life feels messy. In this gentle and compassionate blog, we explore the real roots of low self-esteem, how early experiences and modern pressures shape the way we see ourselves, and how to rebuild a kinder, more stable sense of self-worth, one small step at a time. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/boundaries-people-pleasing-and-the-healing-power-of-saying-no monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1748445503600-FIQYTSRGZFXQ6PS8H0AJ/unsplash-image-KSlJhcpDaQk.jpg Blog - Boundaries, people-pleasing and the healing power of saying ‘no’ - People-pleasing often hides beneath a surface of kindness and care, but it can leave us disconnected from our true needs. This blog explores the deeper roots of chronic people-pleasing and fawning responses, offering a gentle, honest look at how we can begin setting boundaries without guilt and reclaim our sense of self in the process. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/feeling-stuck-and-afraid-of-change-heres-why-and-how-to-move-forward monthly 0.5 2026-07-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1743167799739-MFF49IWEN7MF94O5FBDA/unsplash-image-sKJ7zSylUao.jpg Blog - Feeling stuck and afraid of change? Here’s why… and how to move forward - Feeling stuck in life or afraid of change? You’re not alone. Learn why this happens, how fear holds you back, and the gentle steps you can take to start moving forward, with self-compassion and clarity. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/why-you-feel-overwhelmed-and-what-to-do-about-it monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1743179340792-PJ5DS816S42DM06AF0M3/unsplash-image-tQF8FCNYNrk.jpg Blog - Why you feel overwhelmed (and what to do about it). - Feeling overwhelmed or out of control? Learn why it happens, how your mind and body respond, and gentle, effective ways to regain a sense of control. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/how-therapy-affects-the-way-you-see-yourself-and-others monthly 0.5 2026-07-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1783000926217-OFDZOYR2LZ01XB0J5LZQ/unsplash-image-anoapVyOVyI.jpg Blog - How therapy affects the way you see yourself and others - Therapy isn’t just about fixing problems, it’s about discovering who you truly are. Discover how therapy gently transforms your self-awareness, relationships, and inner world. This blog explores the subtle but powerful shifts therapy can create in the way you see yourself and others, even when progress feels invisible. Even the quietest shifts can change everything. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/why-do-i-feel-anxious-for-no-reason-hint-there-is-a-reason-even-if-you-cant-see-it monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/d311934d-b705-4ddf-9f72-297531eecfde/sun+through+tree.jpg Blog - Why do I feel anxious for no reason? (Hint: There is a reason, even if you can’t see it) - Ever feel anxious for no reason and wonder what's going on? This blog explores why anxiety can show up without a clear trigger, how your body may be responding to past experiences, and what you can do to support yourself with compassion. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/emotional-mastery-understanding-your-emotions-without-judging-yourself monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1741337813236-CU528TZG7W5P7QCKZN9B/unsplash-image-6ArTTluciuA.jpg Blog - Emotional mastery: How to navigate the ebb and flow of your emotions with self-compassion - Emotional mastery isn’t about controlling feelings, it’s about understanding them. Learn how to build emotional awareness, develop self-compassion, and navigate life’s ups and downs with greater resilience and authenticity. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/the-silent-struggle-navigating-anxiety-in-a-world-that-may-not-understand monthly 0.5 2025-02-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1740040393868-MJKG7VK0HS39T3TU7R1A/unsplash-image-roCfgvkBLVY.jpg Blog - The Silent Struggle - Navigating anxiety in a world that may not understand - For a lot of us, anxiety exists beneath the surface and is not very visible like other illnesses can be. Whilst anxiety influences our thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations in ways that can be overwhelming, no-one else would necessarily know. Photo courtesy of Adrian Swancar (Unsplash) https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/living-authentically monthly 0.5 2026-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1714562210930-8E29O8JOBV40LVEGXKXZ/image-asset.jpg Blog - Living Authentically: What it isn’t, what it is, and how to get there - Living authentically means embracing who you truly are and aligning your actions, values, and beliefs in a way that feels true to yourself. It promises a journey of self-discovery and growth that leads to a more fulfilling and meaningful life. In this blog post, I’ll explore the signs that you may not be living authentically, what living authentically feels like and looks like in practice, and practical tips to help you get there. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/procrastination-anxiety-amp-perfectionism monthly 0.5 2026-01-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1721840204373-JO7NTEJ2QMGMHMO8UGKH/unsplash-image-LDcC7aCWVlo.jpg Blog - Procrastination, Anxiety, Perfectionism and Avoidance: Understanding the cycle that keeps you stuck - “I’m just lazy” No! Whether it’s trauma, neurodiversity, anxiety, unhealthy messages received about achievements, or other factors, viewing yourself negatively won’t help. Aim for understanding and self-compassion instead. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/therapeutic-benefits-of-group-therapy monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1720445581437-UTGCIJLMWE115Z816KP6/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Therapeutic benefits of group therapy - We learn in 'relationship’. Find out more about group therapy and it’s benefits and how to get the most out of it. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/cultivating-self-worth monthly 0.5 2026-04-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1776970048673-M23XWJVTEBAYW48OV9QR/unsplash-image-R27vw0Qww8I.jpg Blog - How to reconnect with your self-worth (without having to earn it) - If you often feel better about yourself on productive days and worse on slower ones, your self-worth may have become tied to what you do. This blog explores why that happens and how to begin reconnecting with a more stable sense of value that isn’t dependent on constant achievement. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/why-keeping-quiet-for-an-easy-life-isnt-so-easy-after-all monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/d7ad1319-1c7c-4d97-8b1c-5184daa80b0c/image-asset.jpg Blog - Why keeping quiet for an "easy life" isn't so easy after all - “Keeping quiet for an easy life" might seem like a good idea, but does it really make things easier? Learn why speaking up, setting boundaries, and communicating honestly is essential for your wellbeing. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/the-vulnerability-of-opening-up monthly 0.5 2024-07-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1716886052002-KUO3CXD5J06QYX3Z2WDG/image-asset.jpeg Blog - 4 reasons to open up more - A problem shared… You are not a burden. You deserve to be cared for and supported as much as the next person. Here are four ways it can help you to open up. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/do-you-know-how-you-are monthly 0.5 2024-07-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1715768665023-Y7EC2EDXU5OEO32LJPY4/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Do you know how you are? - This Mental Health Awareness Week, take some time and space to think about you and your feelings. Learn how to know how you are… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/ff50b26e-f195-4764-b1cd-52e7f599e661/MHAW+2024+logo+purple+RGB_0.jpg Blog - Do you know how you are? - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/compare-yourself-to-others-at-your-peril monthly 0.5 2024-07-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1714663118895-V4VU9GMIOCD8EP7KF35U/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Compare yourself to others at your peril! It is so easy to be caught up in what others’ lives look like and what others are doing. Ultimately, this has negative consequences on how we view ourselves. It can be hard work to focus on yourself and to work on improving your own life, but, you are worth doing the work for. Read on to find out how… https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/understanding-your-anger monthly 0.5 2024-07-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/c179733d-a78c-49c3-9710-57277bb92b36/anger-management.jpg Blog - Understanding Your Anger - Learning how to recognise and understand your anger is the key to coping with your anger differently. Buying yourself time in the moment can circumvent ‘blowing up’ in anger. Read on to learn more about anger management techniques I use in anger management therapy. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/male-mental-health monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1698578374688-Y62THDYPODMZHHSAVLPZ/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Male Mental Health - Dear men, please don’t suffer in silence. This blog is my plea to men who may be struggling to cope in life but who are not talking about it. I take a look at some statistics and share some male client experiences. #talkinghelps https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/boundaries-create-freedom monthly 0.5 2024-07-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1696883896675-VZTZNZVM05NZCTE36QF7/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Boundaries Create Freedom! - Recognising where your boundaries need to be according to what’s acceptable to you, and communicating them effectively, is essential to your sense of self-respect and to your relationships. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/small-steps-to-self-worth monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/879f9baf-c5fb-4519-a5dd-010a3546c001/small+steps.jpg Blog - “Small steps” to self-worth - Working towards goals? Want success in life? Start with you! Pay attention to how you think about goals and success and start small to feel your sense of self-worth grow. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/i-dont-want-to-go-to-my-next-session monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1695329157863-1HIF03JV727SNAMF75J3/image-asset.jpeg Blog - “I don’t want to go to my next session!” - If you’re feeling overwhelmed by difficult emotions in your counselling sessions, it can be understandable to not want to come. However, having the courage to share this with your counsellor can make all the difference to your perseverance and progress. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/a-word-about-endings-in-therapy monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1695220170507-FDJY8TSWHRTI2EFHS5NI/image-asset.jpeg Blog - A word about ‘endings’ in therapy - The strength of the therapeutic relationship means that ending therapy can be difficult and sad for clients. It’s a big deal for therapists too! ‘Bittersweet’ some may say… Here, I reflect on valuing and nurturing the vulnerability, resilience and fragile optimism of the human spirit. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/the-rocky-road-to-recovery monthly 0.5 2024-07-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1692631569265-B2O77J3TJCMZDHL9UMH9/image-asset.jpeg Blog - The Rocky Road to Recovery - It can be heart-breaking for clients to have experienced some progress only to suffer a setback. Hope is shattered and it feels so hard to keep going. This blog explores the concept of ‘recovery’ and helps prepare clients for a possible rocky road along the way. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/people-pleasers-guide-to-assertiveness monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1683967636547-90QJSWMHZDCFZWV08MSH/unsplash-image-WFBVn6fSgys.jpg Blog - A People Pleaser’s Guide to Assertiveness - Are you a people pleaser struggling to set boundaries and express your needs? This blog post explores how your communication style shapes your relationships and how assertive communication can help you break free from people-pleasing patterns. Ready to learn how to communicate with confidence, set healthy boundaries, and influence the way others respond to you - without guilt or fear? Read on! https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/setting-ourselves-free monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1682418867408-ATQLYAI8MU8DLPSAM8AQ/GettyImages-1133563360.jpg Blog - Setting Ourselves Free - How do we free ourselves to be able to live as we choose and see that as ‘successful’, regardless of what others make of it? This post embraces vulnerability and forces us to challenge the barriers we put around ourselves. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/not-feeling-your-usual-self monthly 0.5 2026-07-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/67600478-a44c-4dd2-a5d8-1fe7335c018a/how-am-i.jpg Blog - Not feeling your usual self? - Something feeling ‘off’? Normal coping techniques not working? Read on to learn more about the signs that may mean you’re struggling and how to manage your mental health in a more stable way. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/your-relationship-with-your-therapist monthly 0.5 2026-07-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/1e000f0f-8938-4a9c-8b3a-4a4afaa63810/therapeutic-relationship.jpg Blog - Finding the right therapist: Why the therapeutic relationship matters - Your relationship with your therapist is unlike any other - it’s built on trust, acceptance, and collaboration. Learn why finding the right therapist matters and how this unique relationship can support your personal growth. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/put-a-lid-on-it monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/efae27ca-45c3-4b7b-aebd-1faea0b0a46d/Facing-difficulties.jpg Blog - Unpacking your emotions: Why bottling things up doesn’t work - Keeping emotions bottled up can lead to stress, anxiety, and exhaustion. Learn why repression isn’t the answer and how therapy provides a safe space to unpack, heal, and move forward with more ease and self-compassion. https://www.jostherapy.com/blog/how-therapy-helps monthly 0.5 2026-07-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/624e934ce7519738f6d346aa/70d66410-8fe6-40b8-94cf-719733417a8a/how-counselling-works.jpg Blog - Is therapy for you? Here’s what to expect and how it can help - Wondering if therapy can help? 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