Johari Window: An Insight to Self
The Johari Window is a framework consisting of four quadrants: Open, Blind Spot, Hidden and Unknown. Developed by psychologists Joseph Luft and Harrington Ingham in 1955, it helps us visualise how we see ourselves and how others see us. By using the Johari Window, we can learn about ourselves and develop our soft skills. Knowing this framework […]
William Glasser’s Five Basic Needs: A Path to Getting Unstuck
According to the late psychiatrist William Glasser, who developed Choice Theory and Reality Therapy, everything we do is driven by our attempt to meet our Five Basic Needs. What are they? Our five universal needs are survival, love and belonging, power, freedom and fun. Our five basic needs influence our decisions, emotions and overall well-being. […]
GLAD Technique: A Practice for Neuroplasticity
As a counsellor, one of the things that excite me about psychotherapy is the amount of neuroscience research available now. Research on neuroplasticity has shown that our brain has a remarkable ability to change through experience. Knowing this can bring hope when things feel bleak. While it depends individually, the beauty of it is that this structural […]
How to Get the Most out of Counselling
I’ve worked with adults, teens, and children, and I believe that counselling has benefits no matter our stage of life. The common misconception is that counselling is only needed when things get critical. Counselling is definitely important in such cases. What’s also true is that counselling can have profound and even preventive effects when issues, […]
Are You New to Therapy?
If you are new to therapy, you might be wondering what the process is like. You might also be feeling cautious and unsure. It’s totally normal. We often have these ideas and expectations about counselling and psychotherapy from what we see in the media. I’ve worked with clients who have been to therapy before and […]