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By Dr Sarah Barker
08.01.24
Psychologist

Navigating depression

In her latest online article, Dr Sarah Barker gives us her insights into depression. She talks about the symptoms of depression, the difference between sadness and depression, the causes, how to manage depression and when to seek professional help.

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By Dr Sarah Barker
15.11.23
Psychologist

Navigating anxiety

In her latest online article, Dr Sarah Barker gives us her insights into anxiety. She talks about the symptoms, causes, managing anxiety, different types of anxiety, when to seek professional help and long-term effects of anxiety.

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By Dr Sarah Barker
14.10.22
Psychologist

Understanding eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR)

Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) is a form of psychological treatment for stress disorders, such as PTSD. What is it, and how successful is it? We asked esteemed consultant clinical psychologist Dr Sarah Barker, who treats patients in London, about the treatment, discussing these questions and more.

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By Dr Sarah Barker
17.06.22
Psychologist

How can mindfulness help feelings of depression?

Becoming aware of the present moment can help us to reconnect with our bodies and notice thoughts and feelings as they happen. Dr Sarah Barker, expert consultant clinical psychologist, explains how this practice, known as mindfulness, can improve mental health and wellbeing.

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By Dr Sarah Barker
11.03.21
Psychologist

How might postoperative pain affect mental health?

The thought of having a major surgical procedure may naturally leave you feeling a bit worried about possible postoperative pain, which could last for weeks or even months in some cases. We spoke to one of our top psychologists Dr Sarah Barker about how she can help patients mentally prepare pre and postsurgery.

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By Dr Sarah Barker
01.12.20
Psychologist

What’s the psychology behind chronic pain?

Chronic pain can impact your mood, which can sadly lead to low quality of life if it prevents you from doing the things that you previously loved. But what is the psychological connection between chronic pain and your body? We were fortunate to ask one of our expert psychologists all about it and just how a professional can help.

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By Dr Sarah Barker
25.02.20
Psychologist

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): causes & symptoms

PTSD results following a highly distressing event, such as a car accident or from a traumatic birth. Some people can come to terms with their feelings of distress, however, others may live with PTSD after a disturbing situation. Here, one of our clinical psychologists Dr Sarah Barker explains the symptoms of PTSD and how it feels to live with the condition.

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By Dr Sarah Barker
08.01.20
Psychologist

What causes a fear of the dentist?

Dental anxiety is one of the greatest difficulties facing dentists. Some patients are so anxious about receiving dental treatment that they delay or cancel appointments, resulting in poor oral healthcare and increased dental problems. London psychologist, Sarah Barker, explains why some people fear the dentist chair so much and what she would recommend to her patients to overcome this fear.

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