The London Practice

27/11/2025

They say what you don’t heal, you repeat.
The patterns we leave untouched become the ones we live — and the ones our children inherit.

Research in psychology and neuroscience shows that unprocessed stress, trauma, and emotional patterns shape how we relate, react, and attach. Studies on intergenerational transmission highlight that our coping styles, attachment patterns, and even stress responses are often learned in our earliest relationships — and then repeated unless they are brought into awareness.

The good news? The cycle isn’t fixed.
Through therapy, reflection, and compassionate inner work, we can interrupt inherited patterns and create space for something healthier. Healing yourself is not only an act of self-care — it becomes an act of care for the next generation.

We all inherit pain. The work is to transform it, not pass it on.

23/11/2025

Shame often settles into the body long before we even know the word. It’s connected to the younger parts of us that learned to adapt so we could feel safe. Healing starts with gentleness, recognition, and a steady, supportive presence.
At The London Practice, we gently explore these younger parts together and offer a grounded, compassionate space for that healing to unfold.

20/11/2025

Shame is one of the most powerful emotions we see in therapy — yet it’s still something we rarely talk about openly.

Our upcoming conference will be diving into this important topic, and today’s blog is a gentle introduction to the conversation.

Have a read and let us know what stands out for you. We’d love to hear your thoughts.

Healing shame is not a single breakthrough or a triumphant declaration of self-love. It is quieter and slower. It often feels like sitting with discomfort rather than fleeing from it. It is noticing how quickly you want to apologise, and instead pausing. It is catching the familiar rush of “I’m ...

16/11/2025

Therapy is hard work — but it’s also filled with love, compassion, and moments of deep joy. 💛

Every step of the process — even the uncomfortable parts — can bring you closer to yourself. And remember, therapists have been through it too. We understand what it’s like to sit in that chair, to do the work, and to keep showing up. You’re never alone in it. 🌿

Part 2 of “What Harika Wishes People Knew About Therapy”

11/11/2025

✨ Something exciting is coming… ✨

🌀 Trauma that hides in plain sight
⚡ ADHD and neurodiversity
🌍 Belonging and identity
🕊️ The ways we protect ourselves through addiction or avoidance

These aren’t separate issues — they’re interconnected stories of how the mind, body and relationships adapt to survive.

So, we’re bringing these conversations into the room.

This winter, join us in London for an intimate half-day gathering — an afternoon of talks and dialogue exploring the deeper, relational layers of psychotherapy and what it means to live well.

Some of the practitioners you’ll hear from:
🎓 Prof Tommy Dickinson — ADHD, neurodiversity & lived experience
💭 Nathan Jones — on the psychology of p**n addiction and healing through relationship
🌐 Dr Fenia Christodoulidi — belonging, identity & wellbeing among the globally mobile and culturally mixed

Plus, a live panel on contemporary mental health — hosted by a well-known public figure (to be announced soon 👀).

This isn’t a traditional conference — it’s a conversation.
A space to slow down, connect, and ask questions.

Comment “I’m interested” or DM us to be the first to hear when details are released.

Warmly,
Dr Moa Lundström & The London Practice team

09/11/2025

06/11/2025

The stories we tell ourselves shape how we see the world, and what we believe is possible.
When we reclaim authorship of our own story, we strengthen our sense of agency, and that’s deeply linked to wellbeing.

04/11/2025

We’re often quick to offer understanding and support to those we care about — yet slow to extend the same grace to ourselves.

Self-compassion is all about acknowledging our whole selves with gentleness and a non-judgemental stance. Curiosity rather than criticism.
It’s a practice of remembering that we, too, are human — deserving of the same kindness we give so freely.

Practice Compassion as often as you can - I promise you’ll notice a big shift towards calm and joy!

30/10/2025

Parenthood can shape the way we see the world, and sometimes, the way we hold space for others. We asked Nadiyah if being a mother influences her approach to therapy. 💭💫

28/10/2025

We now offer ADHD coaching! How is that different from therapy?

ADHD coaching is a practical, forward-focused service designed to support individuals in understanding their unique brain wiring and building strategies that align with how they naturally think, feel, and function. Unlike therapy, which often focuses on emotional healing, past experiences, and mental health diagnoses, ADHD coaching is about helping you take action in the present and move confidently toward the future.

Whether for seeking clarity, structure, or simply a space to be fully understood, ADHD coaching can be a powerful catalyst for growth and change!

Read more here:

ADHD coaching is a practical, forward-focused service designed to support individuals in understanding their unique brain wiring and building strategies that align with how they naturally think, feel, and function. Unlike therapy, which often focuses on emotional healing, past experiences, and menta...

28/10/2025

The pain of rejection is not just psychological — it is neurobiological. 🧠 Research in social neuroscience (Eisenberger & Lieberman, 2004) shows that social rejection activates the same brain regions involved in physical pain, such as the anterior cingulate cortex. In other words, your body literally registers rejection as pain.

That’s why a harsh comment, being left out, or the end of a relationship can trigger a racing heart, muscle tension, or a sense of heaviness. The nervous system perceives social exclusion as a threat to safety and belonging — vital needs for human survival.

Recognising this helps us approach emotional pain with compassion rather than self-criticism. Your response is not a sign of weakness — it’s evidence of how deeply we are wired for connection.

26/10/2025

Healing from trauma takes courage — and Suzi’s work is all about creating a space where that courage feels safe to unfold. 💫

With specialist expertise in trauma and sexual trauma, she helps clients reconnect with their inner resilience, rebuild trust in themselves, and move toward healing with compassion and clarity.