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Anxiety and separation anxiety in children: signs and a guide for parents
What anxiety looks like in a child, when separation anxiety is expected, and when support is worth asking for — with steps that help at home.
Learning difficulties in children: signs and assessment
What happens in a child who struggles to get reading, mixes letters up, and makes no progress despite trying? Signs, the questions that separate them, and how assessment works.
Tantrums and anger in children: when is it normal, when does it need support?
Why tantrums happen, which ages to expect them, what helps in the moment — and the signs that make an assessment worth asking for.
Autism spectrum disorder: early signs and a guide for parents
Which signs appear at which age, when to ask for an assessment, and what you can do while you wait. A step-by-step guide for parents.
Child psychologist: when to seek one
What a child psychologist does, when families come, and what happens in the first session. A plain guide for parents.
Neuropsychological assessment: what it is and when
Which domains are measured, how the process runs, what the report contains — a guide for families and individuals considering an assessment.
Parent counselling: what it is and when to come
A process that runs without the child in the room. How it differs from family therapy, what gets discussed, and when it helps.
Which language should therapy be in? Turkish or English
Which language emotions come out in varies from person to person. Choosing, switching, and English session options in Famagusta.
School refusal: when your child won't go to school
Morning stomach aches, tears at the gate, the daily "can I stay home just today?" Symptoms, causes and what actually helps.
What is an anxiety disorder? Symptoms, causes and treatment
A comprehensive guide to one of the most common psychological issues affecting daily life.
What is depression? How is it different from sadness?
A guide covering DSM-5 criteria, types and evidence-based treatment options for depression.
Panic attack symptoms, causes and what to do
Understanding what happens during a panic attack and how to manage it effectively.
Psychologist or psychiatrist? Which is right for you?
Understanding the difference and knowing when to see each professional.
7 things to know before starting therapy
An honest guide to setting expectations and getting the most from your first sessions.
When should you go to therapy? 7 important signs
Recognising the signs that it is time to seek psychological support is the first step.
5 evidence-based ways to cope with exam anxiety
Concrete research-backed strategies that reduce anxiety and improve exam performance.
Mental health support for international students in Famagusta
Culture shock, loneliness, academic pressure — and where to find English-language support in North Cyprus.
Anxiety and depression: how to find a psychologist in North Cyprus
Practical steps to find an English-speaking psychologist in TRNC for expats and students.
Online therapy in North Cyprus: how it works and who it's for
How video sessions work, who benefits most, and how to start from anywhere in TRNC.
Family therapy in Famagusta: when should the whole family come together?
How family therapy differs from individual therapy and when it's the right choice in North Cyprus.
Couples therapy in Famagusta: when, why and how to start
Recognising the signs that a relationship could benefit from professional support — and what to expect.
Psychological support for university students in Famagusta: a complete guide
Exam stress, homesickness, identity questions — and where to find support as a university student in Famagusta.
Getting psychological support in North Cyprus: what you need to know
How therapy works in TRNC, the difference between psychologist and psychiatrist, and how to take the first step.
What is ADHD? Recognising attention deficit symptoms in children
Hyperactivity or ADHD? A parent's guide to symptoms, the assessment process and support options.
What is Anxiety? Symptoms and How to Recognise It
What is anxiety and what are the symptoms? Learn to recognise anxiety, understand the difference from normal worry, and find out when to seek help from a psychologist in North Cyprus.
The brain-body connection: how is trauma stored in the body?
Why are emotions felt in the body? The somatic traces of trauma and paths to healing.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person? What the research says
Meta-analyses show video therapy delivers outcomes equivalent to face-to-face sessions for depression, anxiety and trauma.
What is burnout? How it differs from work stress and how to recover
Tiredness lifts once you rest; burnout doesn't. This article helps you tell the two apart — and find your way out.
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