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...

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 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: 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...

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...

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: 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 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...

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...

Have you ever considered gardening to be a form of exercise?  This week I was pleasantly surprised to read that 3 hours gardening is the equivalent of 1 hour in the gym!  Gardening is indeed a fantastic form of exercise, offering a fabulous blend of both...