by Gemma Antcliffe | Aug 14, 2019 | Blog
Are you sitting comfortably? I am going to tell you a story called “The warm fuzzy tale”. There once was a happy land where “warm fuzzies” are given our freely to each other. As the name would suggest, when someone received a “warm fuzzy” they feel warm and fuzzy...
by Gemma Antcliffe | Aug 6, 2019 | Blog
Last Saturday afternoon Ripon celebrated St Wilfrid’s Parade. The market square was positively buzzing with the people of Ripon who had all come to clap, cheer, dance and sing along as the City Band, Morris Dancers and floats which made their way through the city....
by Gemma Antcliffe | Jul 31, 2019 | Blog
I recently listened to an interesting interview with Dr Tim Cantopher, a leading psychiatrist who has written a new book called “Overcoming anxiety without fighting it”. Acceptance is the central premise to his book; acceptance of your anxiety, accepting it is a part...
by Gemma Antcliffe | Jul 24, 2019 | Blog
I have absolutely loved this recent spell of hot weather. It makes me feel energised and motivated to get outside and bask in the sunshine. I have dug out my floaty dresses, gone for walks, enjoyed icecreams, been for picnics and dangled my legs in a paddling pool. ...
by Gemma Antcliffe | Jul 18, 2019 | Blog
I am excited to announce the official launch of Gemma Antcliffe Counselling in Ripon. Nestled in the tranquil, leafy area of Bishopton, my home-based practice provides a safe, private and comfortable space you can seek help and support. My practice is here for adults...
by admin | Jun 5, 2019 | Blog
A recent study by Lancet Psychiatry show there has been an alarming rise in self harm among girls and young women. 16-24 year olds seem to be the most vulnerable, with 19.4% reporting self harm. Speaking on Radio 4’s The Today Programme, a leading psychiatrist...
