Relational Best with Amanda Williamson

Returning from a combined holiday and yoga retreat week away in Morocco, I find myself still processing the profound shifts that occurred during this immersive experience. Joined by a close friend, also a therapist with a passion for yoga and self-discovery, we embarked on a journey led by Nikki Cassap of YogaVida , exploring the depths of yoga practice amidst the stunning backdrop of Fawakay Villas near Marrakesh. Our adventure began three days before the retreat officially commenced, allowing us to settle into the serene surroundings and soak in the beauty of Moroccan landscapes. From the breathtaking yoga sunrise on the rooftop terrace to indulging in healthy and delicious Moroccan cuisine, each moment was deeply nourishing.  One unexpected highlight of our trip was the friendship we forged before the retreat part of the week, with a friend of the Fawakay owners, Tom, who graciously offered to walk with us most mornings, to show us the hinterland beyond the villas. As we embark...

Treyarnon Bay, Cornwall Navigating the evolving landscape of talking therapies can at times feel like swimming in choppy, uncertain waters. I am BACP Senior Accredited counsellor and EMCC Senior Accredited coach, and am working increasingly in a blended way. I am part of the new wave in talking therapies; a fusion of traditional therapy with the dynamic, forward-focus of coaching.  This movement is a response to the changing needs of clients who seek a fresh approach; one that marries the depth of therapy with the proactive, solution-focused mindset of coaching.  I wrote about this last year . Today I had a coaching supervision session and towards the end of the session, I noticed that some of the issues I brought, are anchored in issues around this emerging wave, the shift in my professional identity and how this sits in the context of this movement within the profession.  The sea pool at Trevone Last weekend I visited a tidal pool in Trevone, Cornwall with some friends....