by Gail Donnan | Apr 1, 2024 | Blog
Opting out of The Drama Triangle Is your energy being drained in certain scenarios and relationships that you can’t work out why? Some of us are addicted to or drawn to subtle and pervading drama but we don’t realise it. If you get tied up in rescuing people, then...
by Gail Donnan | Feb 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
A Spotlight on Cutting – The Neurobiology of the Stress & Reward System In my role as a psychologist and psychotherapist specialising in trauma and somatic work, I support many people who self-harm, particularly those who cut or scratch themselves. From the...
by Gail Donnan | Jun 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Research shows that humans remember trauma and overwhelm with feelings through their bodies which play a big part in anxiety. I discuss anxiety with clients using the analogy of Cerberus the three headed dog found in Greek mythology. Cerberus, faithful servant to...
by Gail Donnan | Mar 18, 2022 | Blog
Is the UK nearing the turning point for Integrative Health? In 2020 I embarked on a twelve month research project entitled ‘Interdisciplinary Approaches to Psychological Trauma – evaluating different perspectives’ (Donnan 2021, Leeds Beckett). As a clinical...
by Gail Donnan | Dec 27, 2021 | Blog
Humans are a social species and have a sophisticated social engagement system. Being part of this means we help regulate each other’s equilibrium, we tend to live longer and loving relationships are definitely good for our health. It can be a challenge to regulate our...
