Death Anxiety: Understanding the Fear of Dying and How Therapy Can Help

Death Anxiety: Understanding the Fear of Dying and How Therapy Can Help

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.

Mental Health Needs Maintenance Too: 5 Everyday Steps for Well-Being

Mental Health Needs Maintenance Too: 5 Everyday Steps for Well-Being

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.

Recognising and Calming a Dis-regulated Threat System in Children

Recognising and Calming a Dis-regulated Threat System in Children

Helping a Child Feel Safe: Recognising and Calming a Dis-regulated Nervous System

In this article, we explore how to recognise when a child’s threat system is activated and introduce five evidence-based calming techniques adapted from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help them feel safe, connected, and in control. By understanding these responses and using simple co-regulation strategies, you can support your child in processing emotions in a healthy way.

If your child is struggling with emotional regulation, our expert child therapists can provide tailored support.