Understanding the Mother Wound: Its Impact on Men and Women
The term "mother wound" refers to the emotional, psychological, and sometimes even physical imprint left by unresolved pain, neglect, or unmet needs in the relationship with one’s mother. While the phrase might suggest blame, the mother wound is often the result of...
The Power of Assumptions: How They Shape Our Lives
Assumptions are the quiet, often unnoticed, underpinnings of our daily lives. They are the lenses through which we view the world, guiding our thoughts, decisions, and interactions. Whether we realize it or not, assumptions play a significant role in shaping our...
Effects of Being in a Relationship with a Narcissist
Introduction Being in a relationship with a narcissist can be an emotionally draining and challenging experience. Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is characterized by traits such as a grandiose sense of self-importance, a need for excessive admiration, and a...
A Path to Personal Freedom: The Wisdom of The Four Agreements
In the realm of self-help literature, few books have made as profound an impact as "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz. Drawing upon ancient Toltec wisdom, this book provides a practical guide for achieving personal freedom and happiness. A Path to Personal...
Borderline Personality Disorder: A Journey to Healing
Introduction Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex and often misunderstood mental health condition. Those affected by BPD face a unique set of challenges that can impact their daily lives, relationships, and overall well-being. In this article, we will...
Creating Meaningful and Quality Time with Family During Christmas
Christmas is a time for family, love, and togetherness. It's a season to create lasting memories and strengthen the bonds that unite us. In the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it's essential to make a deliberate effort to spend quality time with your family....
Unmasking ADHD: Understanding, Managing, and Thriving
ADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects millions of people around the world. While it's most commonly diagnosed in children, it can persist into adulthood. ADHD is characterized by persistent patterns of...
The Ripple Effect of Taking Things Personally: How It Shapes Our Reality
Taking things personally is a common human tendency. We all have experienced moments when someone's words or actions felt like a personal attack, leaving us feeling hurt, defensive, or even angry. While this reaction is natural, it's important to understand the...
A Simple Guide to Listening to Your Inner Wisdom
In the midst of our fast-paced lives, we often overlook the valuable source of guidance that resides within us - our inner wisdom. This inner wisdom is our intuitive and innate knowledge, often drowned out by the noise of external influences. Listening to your inner...
The Healing Power of Forgiveness: A Path to Freedom and Peace
Introduction Forgiveness is a deeply human and transformative act that holds the power to heal wounds, release burdens, and bring about profound inner peace. It is a complex and multifaceted concept that has been explored by philosophers, religious leaders, and...
How to overcome exercise blockages?
What is stopping people from joining the gym? How to overcome your own blockages? It seems that the majority of people know that exercising is very beneficial to your well-being, as exercising releases the serotonin hormone also called the mood stabilizer, it improves...
About Me
My name is Sylwia Kuchenna,
I am a qualified psychotherapist.
Psychotherapy is so much more for me than just work. It is my passion. Every client is special for me and equally important.
I am aware that each client is different, have different needs and their story is unique, this is why I am using an integrated style of therapy, which is a mix of various types of therapy (psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive- behavioural (CBT), family systems and Gestalt).
This approach allows me to match the therapy to an individual client’s needs.