mental health support

The Ick: When Your Nervous System Goes ‘Respectfully, No ❤️’ and Yeets the Vibes

by Ina Spellings 23/11/202523/11/2025No Comments

Alright, let’s talk about The Ick. That sudden, soul-shriveling moment when someone you were vibing with turns into… ew. And not because they’re objectively bad. No. Sometimes it’s just because he chewed like a cartoon character, said “yum-yums” instead of food, or… and this one still haunts me… said one single sentence that made my …

Co-Dependency in Romantic Relationships

by Ina Spellings 25/02/202525/02/2025No Comments

Co-dependency in romantic relationships can be emotionally exhausting and deeply ingrained, making it difficult to recognise and break free from. When one or both partners rely excessively on each other for validation, identity, or emotional stability, the relationship can become imbalanced and unhealthy. Understanding co-dependency and taking steps toward healing can help create a more …

The Power of Mindfulness: A Path to Inner Peace and Well-Being

by Ina Spellings 10/09/2024No Comments

Amid the distractions, relentless demands, and rapid pace of today’s world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and disconnected from the present moment. Our minds often dwell in the past or race toward the future, leaving little space to fully experience the here and now. Mindfulness offers a remedy for this, helping us slow down, tune …

The Mental Health Benefits of Spending Time with Friends: Why Connection Matters

by Ina Spellings 03/09/202403/09/2024No Comments

In today’s fast-paced world, where work deadlines, social media pressures, and personal responsibilities often take centre stage, it’s easy to forget the importance of simply spending time with friends. Yet, the value of these connections goes far beyond just having a good time; they play a crucial role in our mental health and overall well-being. …

Breadcrumbing in Narcissistic relationships

by Ina Spellings 17/06/2022No Comments

Breadcrumbing is a technique used in narcissistic relationships to bring the control back to the abuser. Take a moment and reflect upon your narcissistic relationship…do you find yourself surprised to see that so little of what you received went such a long way? Through a narcissistic relationship you might have experienced a lack of kindness, …

Prioritise your mental health

by Ina Spellings 15/10/2021No Comments

If you think this is yet another blog post about 10 things you can do to prioritise your mental health…you are close…there are actually 12:) As a therapist, I am a big advocate of parity-mental health on par with physical health, working together, in symbiosis for a better self. Looking after our mental health ties …