CBT, Counselling and Psychotherapy
Are Counsellors Still Necessary?
The interest in self-therapy has been steadily rising. US-based radio station NPR called it “The Millennial Obsession”.
That’s because this generation is the one that contributes the most to the £7 billion self-care industry. It is also the one[...]
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10 Common Misconceptions about Mental Health
Despite its prevalence in the modern world, mental illness is still widely misunderstood. If this is to change, there must be a conscious and dedicated effort to educate society. Mental health courses such as the NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Understanding[...]
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How to become a CBT therapist
In 2017, one in four people in the UK will struggle with a mental health issue.
Anxiety and depression have always affected human beings, but research has revealed that self-harm and suicidal thoughts are on the rise. Mental health in young people[...]
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How to get into counselling
What is counselling?
Counselling is a type of therapy that encourages people to talk about their experiences, problems and feelings in a confidential setting. Clients use counselling to consider their own behaviour from new perspectives and to overcome difficult[...]
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What is cognitive behavioural therapy?
Cognitive behavioural therapy is a type of counselling that helps people to change the way they think and act. It’s a combination of cognitive therapy and behaviour therapy.
This type of therapy can be very effective for people suffering[...]
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What are the symptoms of anxiety?
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week, with a focus on relationships.
We’re taking a look at the symptoms of anxiety, what to look out for in our friends and family and what we can do to help.
Symptoms of anxiety include:
Problems[...]
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What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, is often a highly overlooked and misunderstood condition.
Post-traumatic stress disorder can be extremely debilitating for the person suffering from it. Luckily at Stonebridge, we offer a fascinating course[...]
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Jobs in Advice and Guidance
Our Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Advice and Guidance (QCF) course will give you all the knowledge and skills required to apply for jobs in advice and guidance.
There are numerous roles that look favourably on advice and guidance training. For example, these[...]
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Bullying and Self-Esteem
There’s absolutely no doubt that bullying is a difficult and traumatic experience for anyone, regardless of age.
It can happen in school, college, work, anywhere! It often tends to have a negative impact on self-esteem.
To mark Anti-Bullying Week[...]
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National Stress Awareness Day
Our modern fast-paced lifestyles are full of work and commitments
Free time is and ever-dwindling, it’s no wonder we’re getting stressed. According to a study 1 in every 3 people have said that they feel stressed. Stress is our body’s way of[...]
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