Openforwards CBT & Counselling

14/10/2025

Check out my latest 'ACT Therapist's Guide' Newsletter on Linked in.

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14/10/2025

At first glance, it looks like there are many reasons why people don’t make progress in therapy.

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13/10/2025

Openforwards CBT Therapy and Counselling is a professional psychology service in Birmingham. We use evidence-based interventions like EMDR to resolve your past experiences of loss, conflict, or abuse. Get in touch to book a consultation or speak to a therapist.

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12/10/2025

Openforwards CBT Therapy and Counselling is an award-winning psychology service in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter. We are conveniently located for city centre workers who want help managing stress, building resilience and recovering from burnout. Get in touch to book a consultation or speak to a therapist.

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11/10/2025

Mindfulness Practice is the cornerstone of psychological flexibility and Well-being. It isn’t your fault when you get caught up with unhelpful worries and judgments – this is how we’ve evolved. Our minds use language for cooperating and solving problems, which is both a gift and a curse.

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10/10/2025

Reassurance can have a powerful effect. It can wash away uncertainty, release you from your anguish, and bring much-needed relief from the dread in your mind and body. But there is a darker side to reassurance. It can leave you cursed, eternally helpless and dependent on others for peace of mind.

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09/10/2025

Why are therapists so annoying? It’s a question that might cross your mind if you’ve had less than satisfactory experiences with therapy. The fact is, navigating the world of mental health support can be challenging. You may find yourself grappling with feelings of annoyance or frustration.

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08/10/2025

Therapy is often portrayed as a reliable and helpful approach. However, as many clients are aware, it’s not always that simple. In this article, I aim to give you the whole truth and nothing but the truth about why therapy doesn’t always work: naming the limitations (on both sides), acknowledging the risks, and opening a path forward. The truth isn’t always easy to hear, but it’s the best place to begin.

Therapy doesn’t always help; sometimes it makes you worse. Discover why therapy fails, what research says, and how to make it work for you.

08/10/2025

If you’re thinking about training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in the UK, one of the first questions on your mind is probably: How much is this going to cost me? Training is an investment — of time, money, and effort — and knowing what to expect can help you plan well and avoid surprises.

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08/10/2025

Openforwards CBT Therapy and Counselling are a Birmingham-based Psychology Service. Build your confidence in relationships and your career. Get in touch to book a consultation or speak to a therapist.

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07/10/2025

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07/10/2025

Openforwards CBT Therapy and Counselling is one of Birmingham’s leading psychology services. Our expert therapists will help you discover why you feel low and demotivated. We’ll support you to reach your goals and teach you the necessary psychological skills to get there. Get in touch to book a consultation or speak to a therapist.

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