Wellbeing Therapy Solutions Blog
Mental Health Awareness Week: Community & Work-Life Balance
This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week shines a spotlight on Community — and it’s important to remember that work is a key part of that. Whether paid or voluntary, work connects us with others, gives us a sense of identity, and can be a valuable source of belonging....
Breaking the Cycle of Stress: The Hidden Toll of Masking at Work
Breaking the Cycle of Stress: The Hidden Toll of Masking at Work Recently, I had a conversation with a university student about the stress she was experiencing in her part-time job. She has ADHD and is wonderfully bubbly, full of ideas, and genuinely enthusiastic...
Supporting your child through exam season: A Parent & Carer guide
Exam season can be a stressful time for children, and as a parent it can feel even more daunting being the person to guide and support them through this. Finding the right balance between encouragement, practical support, and emotional reassurance can make all...
The importance of taking a break from your screen
The Importance of Taking a Lunch Break Away from Your Screen As an occupational therapist, I always stress the importance of self-care and managing stress to my clients. One simple yet incredibly effective strategy is taking a lunch break away from your computer or...
Preparing for University
Preparing for University: Navigating the Transition with Confidence As Easter approaches, the university application process is in full swing, attending offer holder days, and gearing up for upcoming exams. It's an exciting time filled with opportunities, but it's...
Celebrating Neurodiversity: Insights from Occupational Therapist Becky
As we conclude our Neurodiversity Week celebrations, we bring you an exclusive interview with Becky, one of our valued associates at WTS. With personal experience of neurodiversity and a career dedicated to supporting neurodiverse clients, Becky offers a unique...
Embracing neurodiversity: Diagnosis v Self-Identification
As we mark Neurodiversity Awareness Week, it’s only fitting for our team to contribute to this important conversation. We’re thrilled to see more people embracing and championing neurodiversity. Workplaces are increasingly appointing neurodiversity...
The Thinking, Feeling Connection: CBT is your weapon
‘The Thinking, Feeling Connection’ CBT: Your Secret Weapon Against Negative Thoughts Ever find yourself spiralling down a rabbit hole of negative thoughts, feeling like there's no escape? If that sounds familiar, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) might just be...
Craft and Occupational Therapy: A creative connection
Craft and Occupational Therapy: A Creative Connection At our recent Team Day, we took part in a needle felting activity—a fun and relaxing craft that reminded us of the deeper connection between creativity and occupational therapy (OT). As OTs, we know first...
Sometimes the listeners need a listener too ….
More employers are recognising the need for workplace based support for employees. Being given space to be heard and understood is so valuable to helping people continue to give their best in the workplace. I have been supporting employees both through...