My Therapist Online founder and CBT therapist Lisa Johnston was recently interviewed by Pegasus Homes about mental wellbeing, therapy later in life, and how online therapy is helping more people access support. In this interview, Lisa explains how My Therapist Online began, how the therapist matching process works, and why therapy can be an important part of maintaining independence, resilience and emotional wellbeing as we age.
Mindfulness is more than meditation. This blog explores how simple, everyday tasks such as washing up, hoovering, or walking the dog can become moments of presence and calm. With practical mindfulness techniques and examples, you will learn how to reduce stress, improve focus, and build clarity without needing extra time in your day.
Feeling anxious about death is a common experience, but for some, these worries can become overwhelming and interfere with daily life. Death anxiety often overlaps with health anxiety, making it difficult to manage both fears at the same time. At My Therapist Online (MTO), our therapists specialise in evidence-based treatments like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and trauma-informed approaches including EMDR, to help you understand and manage these fears. With the right support, it’s possible to reduce anxiety, build coping strategies, and focus on living fully in the present.
When anxious or distressing thoughts show up, many of us instinctively try to get rid of them, but this can often leave us feeling even more stuck. In this blog, we explore a different approach using tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), including cognitive defusion techniques that help you notice thoughts without being overwhelmed by them.
You’ll discover how to respond to your thoughts with more kindness and flexibility, using powerful metaphors like the “salt in an egg cup” to understand how space and perspective can reduce the intensity of unwanted thoughts. This article offers evidence-based strategies that allow you to move towards what really matters, even when difficult thoughts are along for the ride.
Actions Speak Louder Than Words: How to Actively Support Your Mental Health
Mental health awareness is growing—but awareness alone isn’t enough. This blog explores why it's vital to take consistent action to support your mental well-being, just as you would your physical health. Discover the Five Ways to Well-Being, connect, give, take notice, keep learning, and be active, and learn simple, realistic ways to weave these into daily life. A practical, empowering read to help you move from awareness to action and improve your mental health, one small step at a time.
Perfectionism can seem admirable, but beneath the surface, it often leads to stress, burnout, and strained relationships. This article explores the paradox of perfectionism, its impact on mental well-being, and how to balance high standards with self-acceptance. Learn how therapy can help you break free from the cycle of perfectionism and embrace progress over perfection.
