Reviewed By
Munet Samra - Psychotherapist, MBABCP, 10+ years in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Everyone has unhelpful thoughts that pop up, bringing difficult feelings with them. By writing them down, you can start to understand the patterns and create space for a more balanced response.
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