Blog Archives | The Chelsea Psychology Clinic % https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/resources/blog/ Private Psychiatry & Therapy Clinic in London Mon, 12 May 2025 12:26:49 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/CPC-Favicon-150x150.png Blog Archives | The Chelsea Psychology Clinic % https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/resources/blog/ 32 32 High-Functioning Autism and ADHD – The Signs and What it Means https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/blog/high-functioning-autism-adhd/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=high-functioning-autism-adhd Tue, 30 Jan 2024 15:43:43 +0000 https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/?p=15827 If you’re curious about high functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD in adults, you’re in the right place. We’ll be diving into what these terms really mean, identifying some of the signs to look out for, and guiding you towards choosing the right assessment. These neurodevelopmental conditions are often misunderstood, particularly when the signs […]

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]]> Do I have autism or ADHD? Know the differences and getting a diagnosis https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/blog/do-i-have-autism-or-adhd/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=do-i-have-autism-or-adhd Thu, 04 Jan 2024 16:09:22 +0000 https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/?p=15732 Understanding the world of neurodiversity can feel like trying to solve a complex puzzle, especially when it comes to telling the difference between conditions like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).  If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “do I have Autism or ADHD?” you’re not alone. It’s common for people to see signs […]

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]]> Why can’t I cry anymore? https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/blog/why-cant-i-cry-anymore-the-chelsea-psychology-clinic/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-cant-i-cry-anymore-the-chelsea-psychology-clinic Mon, 09 Oct 2023 13:30:19 +0000 https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/?p=15339 Have you ever found yourself feeling overwhelmed but, oddly, unable to cry? It’s more common than many people realise, and can sometimes point to something deeper. As humans, we are emotional beings. Emotions are woven into every corner of our existence. When we are unable to express them – especially through natural outlets like crying […]

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]]> How to start a self-care routine you can stick to https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/blog/how-to-start-selfcare/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-start-selfcare https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/blog/how-to-start-selfcare/#respond Thu, 07 Apr 2016 13:15:37 +0000 https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/how-to-start-a-self-care-routine-you-can-stick-to/ Giving yourself a chance to feel good To feel good we have to do things that give us the chance to feel good whether it is through pleasure or mastery. For instance the smallest commonplace activities like walking or being aware of your surroundings could have a dramatic affect on your mental health. One way […]

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]]> https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/blog/how-to-start-selfcare/feed/ 0 First Visit to a Psychologist: What to Expect and How to Prepare https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/therapy/first-visit-to-a-psychologist/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=first-visit-to-a-psychologist https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/therapy/first-visit-to-a-psychologist/#respond Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:21:45 +0000 https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/first-visit-to-a-psychologist-what-to-expect-and-how-to-prepare/ It’s normal to feel a little nervous before starting therapy, particularly if you’ve never been before. Doing anything for the first time can feel intimidating. But there’s really nothing to worry about. You will never be pushed into talking about anything you feel uncomfortable about. And whilst it’s true some approaches to therapy are more […]

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]]> https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/therapy/first-visit-to-a-psychologist/feed/ 0 Why do people walk all over me? https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/therapy/people-walk-all-over-me/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=people-walk-all-over-me https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/therapy/people-walk-all-over-me/#respond Sun, 14 Aug 2022 15:26:25 +0000 https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/why-do-people-walk-all-over-me/ No one enjoys being walked all over… The feeling of powerlessness it leaves you with – being taken advantage of. But here’s the thing: you’re not powerless. People only walk over us if we allow them to. We set the limits around what we’re prepared to tolerate and what we’re not. If you feel like […]

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]]> https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/therapy/people-walk-all-over-me/feed/ 0 How to Stand Up for Yourself (And Why You Find it So Difficult) https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/blog/how-to-stand-up-for-yourself-and-why-you-find-it-so-difficult/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-stand-up-for-yourself-and-why-you-find-it-so-difficult https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/blog/how-to-stand-up-for-yourself-and-why-you-find-it-so-difficult/#respond Mon, 25 Jul 2022 14:47:59 +0000 https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/how-to-stand-up-for-yourself-and-why-you-find-it-so-difficult/ For some of us, standing up for ourselves doesn’t come naturally – in fact, it might even feel impossible. Maybe you’re someone who doesn’t like to “rock the boat” so you swallow any opposing thoughts or feelings to avoid confrontation.  Sometimes, we go along with what other people want just because it feels like the […]

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]]> https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/blog/how-to-stand-up-for-yourself-and-why-you-find-it-so-difficult/feed/ 0 No one gets me: what to do when you feel misunderstood https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/lifestyle/no-one-gets-me/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=no-one-gets-me https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/lifestyle/no-one-gets-me/#respond Sun, 19 Jun 2022 20:09:45 +0000 https://www.thechelseapsychologyclinic.com/no-one-gets-me-what-to-do-when-you-feel-misunderstood/ Do you feel like no one really gets you? That you’ve never properly felt emotionally supported by someone else before? It’s as though there’s a void, something missing – a sense of emptiness you can’t quite place… As human beings, we are all vulnerable. And no more so when we’re a child. If you look […]

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