Michelle Harvey-Fogg
Therapeutic COUNSELLING IN Worthing, West Sussex & online
Understanding Attachment: How our early relationships shape us.
The word “attachment” is often used in therapy, but at its heart it’s about something deeply human: our need for connection, safety, and belonging. From our earliest relationships, we learn what to expect from others and from ourselves. Were we soothed when we were upset? Did we feel seen, protected, or understood? These early experiences quietly shape how we relate to people later in life. Attachment patterns can show up in many ways. You might notice anxiety about being left, discomfort with closeness, difficulty trusting others, or a tendency to put others’ needs far beyond your own. These patterns are […]
People Pleasing: Why We Do It and How to Heal
Many people who come to therapy describe themselves as “people pleasers.” At first, it may sound like a positive trait – who doesn’t want to be kind, helpful, and agreeable? But if you’ve ever found yourself exhausted, resentful...
Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and it’s link to ADHD
Living with ADHD often comes with challenges that aren't always visible to others. One of the least talked about, is something called Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD).