RachelShattockDawson

Former magazine journalist and editor, now a psychotherapist. Tweeting on modern life and mental health... mainly.

[RachelShattockDawson @therapyonthames]

@SaintsExtra @AlfieHouseEcho Would LOVE Katharina to get more involved again. We need a bit more Liebherr in our world right now. 😘

[Lori Gottlieb @LoriGottlieb1]

Sometimes when we say we’re “stuck,” we’re not standing still at all—we’re running the same loop again and again.

Noticing the pattern is important. But what shifts things is taking a small step in a new direction, even if it feels uncertain.

✨ Where in your life do you find yourself replaying the same story? Share in the comments.

Want to learn more about how to be the editor of your story and rewrite your narrative from a different point of view?

Watch my TED Talk (@TEDTalks)➡️ https://t.co/kmM9KLl5tI

[RachelShattockDawson @therapyonthames]

Oh yes…

[RachelShattockDawson @therapyonthames]

“Don’t fret about tiny stupid crap. Seek pleasure. Find joy. Know what and who you love. The older you are, the more important it is to seize the moment and live” India Knight on Substack today.

[Lori Gottlieb @LoriGottlieb1]

Often we push away our feelings bc they make us (or others) uncomfortable.

But feelings are a road map—

Feeling angry? Need to set a boundary...

Feeling sad? Need some support…

Feeling anxious? Need to make a change in your life…

What are your feelings telling you today?

[RachelShattockDawson @therapyonthames]

Secrets of Happiness? Fergal Keane’s story of PTSD, depression & AA #therapy https://t.co/cFRlSJXOqw

[Paul McKenna @ImPaulMcKenna]

The key to true freedom lies in the space between stimulus and response. Between what happens to you and how you react lies a powerful moment of choice. In that space, you have the ability to shape your actions, your emotions, and your future. #StimulusAndResponse

[Mental Health Foundation @mentalhealth]

Happy New Year! Thank you for all your support during 2024. 💜🎉

Here are 5 tips to help you look after your mental health in 2025:

🍂 Spend time in nature
💬 Talk about your feelings
👟 Get moving regularly
💚 Be kind to yourself and others
📅 Plan things to look forward to

[RachelShattockDawson @therapyonthames]

How to challenge, rewrite, and reframe negative thoughts #therapy

[Psychology Today @PsychToday]

Are negative thoughts or beliefs holding you back from having healthy relationships with others or creating the life you truly want? Here's what you can do about it. https://t.co/fydmn9tpJ7

[Psychology Today @PsychToday]

Are negative thoughts or beliefs holding you back from having healthy relationships with others or creating the life you truly want? Here's what you can do about it. https://t.co/fydmn9tpJ7

[RachelShattockDawson @therapyonthames]

Best ways to destress: talk, exercise, laughter, talk, tears, dance, talk, walk and hugs

[RachelShattockDawson @therapyonthames]

When depression feels like mental paralysis…

[RachelShattockDawson @therapyonthames]

Is Burnout a Mental Disorder? Or even a diagnosis? #therapy #burnout https://t.co/ReH9owiXCB

[RachelShattockDawson @therapyonthames]

Rule No 1 for #Anxiety sufferers:
FEAR is just False Evidence Appearing Real #therapy

[RachelShattockDawson @therapyonthames]

@tilly_mcauliffe @Jackie8 Ah, my favourite charity. Amazing life-saving work, not just on the end of the phone (& screen) but they also provide excellent listening & helping training.
Happy Christmas Thinkers and thanks for everything you do! 🎄

[Think @ThinkPublishing]

It can be overwhelming to know where to turn if you struggle with your mental health.

This #WorldMentalHealthDay, we share the different approaches you can take to see if you can change how you feel, over on the #WeAreAble hub: https://t.co/EcHlvMHiCf

[RachelShattockDawson @therapyonthames]

@TheSaintCentre Their goalkeeper better

[RachelShattockDawson @therapyonthames]

Many say it’s best not to live in the past, but either way the past always lives on inside you #therapy

[RachelShattockDawson @therapyonthames]

So many clients ask: “is my partner/boss/parent a #narcissist?” 6 Keys to Dealing With Narcissistic People #therapy https://t.co/0SYTiTCRdj

[RachelShattockDawson @therapyonthames]

I’ve been listening and talking about grief a lot this week. I think this sculpture portrays it beautifully and perfectly #therapy #grief