Maddy Lykourgos offers some information about Impostor Syndrome and how to spot it   What is Impostor Syndrome? Impostor syndrome is a psychological phenomenon that occurs in individuals who experience intense anxiety and self-doubt in their abilities, even when there is no evidence to support...

Maddy Lykourgos writes about the importance of finding a therapist that suits you and some key questions to bear in mind After making the decision to start attending therapy sessions, the next task should be to choose a therapist suited to you, your needs and your desired outcome for the process...

What is the difference between psychiatrists and psychologists? Psychiatrists: - Trained medical doctors who later specialise in the field - Can prescribe and review medication - Often consult and oversee a mental health team - Usually work with people with severe mental health disorders - Primarily...

Blue Tree intern Maddy Lykourgos discusses the alarmingly high rate of mental health problems among first-year university students Moving into university is an exciting time for many young people, the first chance for most to gain more independence and autonomy. However, recent figures show that...

Stop. Close your eyes. Now, try and visualise what does ‘Health’ look like? What do you see? By Nicola Dalrymple for The Blue Tree Clinic. Health is not something concrete, or something we can define easily with assurance. The World Health Organisation (1948) defined ‘Health’ as a state of complete...

Blue Tree intern Maddy Lykourgos outlines possible reasons why we deal with ‘failure’ so badly Given the current aftermath that’s following the recent exam results season and new start to the academic year, failure and success are juxtaposed terms that seem to be constantly cropping up at the...

Blue Tree intern Maddy Lykourgos describes the gloomier side of summertime Summer is well underway, with temperatures continuing to soar across the country and records being broken all over Europe. Whether you’re enjoying the weather abroad along the beachside or having a staycation on a budget, one...

For something that is so natural and certain, death is not a topic we generally deal with well. No two experiences of mourning are the same and while everybody goes through it, no one can prepare you for it or tell you how to overcome it. “Overcome”, as a word in itself, can’t truly reflect…...

Blue Tree intern Maddy Lykourgos explores the phenomenon of rising mental health problems Every now and again in the realm of mental health, it becomes publicised that today’s society suffers more with their mental health than at any other point in history. A common cynical explanation is that...

How do I talk about my depression? Statistically speaking, depression is one of the most common mental health problems in UK society. So, what makes it so difficult to talk about? In the UK we’re probably most recognisable for our “stiff upper lip” approach (as well as, the royals, afternoon tea and...