Health Psychology Clinic

Health Psychology Clinic Psychological Therapy and Personal Development Clinic in Harley street

Joanna Konstantopoulou
Regis

Psychological Therapy and Personal Development Clinic in Harley street

Joanna Konstantopoulou
Registered Psychologist - RECBT Dip.

When self-care becomes a source of guilt... it’s no longer care.If your to-do list of wellness routines leaves you feeli...
14/01/2026

When self-care becomes a source of guilt... it’s no longer care.

If your to-do list of wellness routines leaves you feeling ashamed or like you’re failingm it’s time to pause and reassess.

Self-care isn’t something you have to earn.
It’s not a productivity strategy.
It’s not a moral obligation.

It’s a way to support your nervous system.

Gently, imperfectly, and in ways that actually feel good.

💬 DM EMPOWER if you want to reclaim self-care as something that supports you, not punishes you.

You don’t have to earn your rest.This mindset shift changed everything for my clients with chronic illness...💭 “I only d...
12/01/2026

You don’t have to earn your rest.

This mindset shift changed everything for my clients with chronic illness...
💭 “I only deserve rest after I’ve done something useful.”
💭 “I haven’t achieved enough to slow down.”
💭 “I feel guilty taking care of myself.”

Sound familiar?

Here’s the truth...
🧠 Your value isn’t based on your productivity.
🧠 You are allowed to rest without achieving first.
🧠 You don’t need to prove your pain or justify your needs.

This shift won't happen overnight but it will if you put in the work 💬 DM EMPOWER if you want help unlearning productivity-based self-worth and building a more compassionate relationship with rest.

You don’t need rigid routines to reach your goals.You need goals that flex with your symptoms, not fight against them.If...
08/01/2026

You don’t need rigid routines to reach your goals.

You need goals that flex with your symptoms, not fight against them.

If your energy, pain, or capacity fluctuates, try this:
💡Set 3 versions of each goal: High, medium, low energy
💡Follow the 70% rule (don’t max out!)
💡Measure success in self-trust, not output
💡Focus on progress, not perfection

This isn’t lowering the bar. It’s building sustainable momentum.

💬 DM EMPOWER if you’re ready to set goals that work with your health, not against it.

Reminder: Your capacity didn’t reset at midnight.And there’s nothing wrong with you if you’re entering January with the ...
05/01/2026

Reminder: Your capacity didn’t reset at midnight.

And there’s nothing wrong with you if you’re entering January with the same symptoms, same energy limits, or same reality as December.

The truth is:
🧠 Your body doesn’t follow the calendar.
💡 Your brain won’t instantly bounce back from burnout.
🌿 Your nervous system isn’t on a “new year, new me” timeline.

This month, try planning based on your real capacity, not the pressure to start strong.

✨ That’s not laziness. It's self-respect.

💬 Want to build a plan that supports your energy, not fights it? DM EMPOWER.

You don’t need to become a “new you.” You’ve already become someone resilient, wise, and deeply in tune with what matter...
02/01/2026

You don’t need to become a “new you.”

You’ve already become someone resilient, wise, and deeply in tune with what matters.

“New Year, New Me” culture often assumes consistency, boundless energy, and linear progress.

But if you live with chronic illness, your journey probably doesn’t look like that... and that’s not a flaw.

Growth is still possible (it just needs to be built differently)...

✔️ Flexible goals
✔️ Self-trust over self-pressure
✔️ Progress that includes rest
✔️ Values that centre your wellbeing

Let 2026 be the year you stop trying to change who you are and start creating a life that supports who you are.

💬 Want a grounded, empowering approach to your goals this year? DM EMPOWER and I’ll show you how I can help.

Tired of the “new year, new me” narrative? Try these instead.💬 Want to build a health-first 2026? DM EMPOWER.
31/12/2025

Tired of the “new year, new me” narrative? Try these instead.

💬 Want to build a health-first 2026? DM EMPOWER.

Forget resolutions for a sec…Let’s celebrate what you already did this year 🫶✨ Listened to your body before it screamed✨...
29/12/2025

Forget resolutions for a sec…

Let’s celebrate what you already did this year 🫶

✨ Listened to your body before it screamed
✨ Took your meds (even when you didn’t want to)
✨ Said no and didn’t overexplain
✨ Asked for help
✨ Honoured your boundaries
✨ Found meaning within limitation

These aren’t small wins. They’re survival skills.

Life skills.

And they matter a lot.

💬 Ready to keep building on those wins next year? DM EMPOWER.

This Christmas, you might not be able to give every gift, attend every gathering, or fake festive cheer when you're stru...
25/12/2025

This Christmas, you might not be able to give every gift, attend every gathering, or fake festive cheer when you're struggling to stay upright.

So instead of pushing through, over-committing, or pretending you're “fine”...

Here are the gifts I hope you give yourself.

You don’t owe anyone perfect. You deserve a season that supports your health.

💬 Need help protecting your peace this winter? DM EMPOWER.

Trying to be “normal” again?That pressure is probably making things worse.🌀 Normal = a social script designed for people...
22/12/2025

Trying to be “normal” again?

That pressure is probably making things worse.

🌀 Normal = a social script designed for people who don’t live with your body, your symptoms, your challenges

🌀 Normal = a moving target that keeps you in self-comparison and shame

What if you stopped chasing it? When you let go of “normal,” you gain…

✨ Peace over performance
✨ Energy for what actually matters
✨ A life that supports you.

Freedom doesn’t come from getting “back” to normal. It comes from building forward with what is.

💬 Ready to stop chasing "normal" and start living fully? DM EMPOWER.

The holiday season doesn’t come with unlimited energy...But social pressure can make you feel like saying “no” is rude o...
19/12/2025

The holiday season doesn’t come with unlimited energy...

But social pressure can make you feel like saying “no” is rude or selfish.

It’s not. It’s nervous system protection.

Here are a few guilt-free ways to say no:

✨ “Thank you for the invite! I’m keeping things low-key for my health this season — hope you have the best time.”

✨ “I won’t make it this time, but I really appreciate the thought.”

✨ “I'm managing my energy carefully. Thank you for understanding.”

You don’t need to justify your limits.
You just need to honour them.

💬 Want to get better at setting boundaries without guilt? DM EMPOWER.

If you're struggling to start simple tasks… you're not lazy.This could be executive dysfunction... a cognitive impact of...
17/12/2025

If you're struggling to start simple tasks… you're not lazy.

This could be executive dysfunction... a cognitive impact of chronic illness most people don’t talk about.

Which means your brain isn’t broken, it’s simply conserving energy for survival.

Which can make things like planning, organising, and starting feel impossible.

Let’s work smarter, not harder 💬 DM EMPOWER if you need strategies that work with your nervous system.

Is this a flare… or burnout?When you live with chronic illness, it can sometimes be hard to tell.😵💫 Both can cause fatig...
15/12/2025

Is this a flare… or burnout?

When you live with chronic illness, it can sometimes be hard to tell.

😵💫 Both can cause fatigue, brain fog, and flat mood.

But they have different triggers... and different needs.

Flare = body under physical stress.
Burnout = brain under emotional stress.

💬 Need help breaking the flare/burnout cycle? DM EMPOWER.

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10 Harley Street
London
W1G9PF

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 8pm

Telephone

+442081443041

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