Gestalt creative therapy

18/12/2025

So true # positive mindset and changing ones lens can alter the situation ❤️ 💙 💜

16/12/2025

This is so true@ this is the basis for attachment. It is a myth that picking up a crying baby spoils them # result is secure attachment which helps choices in adult relationships # Attachment matters 😀

Psychologists and pediatric neuroscientists agree that the single most harmful habit in a baby’s first year is chronic unresponsiveness to distress, often described as repeatedly letting a baby cry for long periods without comfort. MRI studies on infant brain development show that when a baby’s stress signals go unanswered again and again, cortisol levels rise and begin to affect the growth of the limbic system, the region responsible for emotional safety, trust formation, and long term stress regulation.

This does not refer to brief crying or normal daily challenges. Instead, research focuses on patterns where a baby’s emotional needs are consistently overlooked. Studies from major developmental labs show that lack of responsive caregiving disrupts neural wiring in the amygdala and prefrontal cortex, shaping how the child will process fear, connection, and emotional resilience later in life.

Experts stress that babies are biologically wired to expect comfort. Responsive caregiving strengthens emotional security, lowers stress hormones, builds healthy attachment, and supports stronger cognitive outcomes. The goal is not perfection but presence. Simple acts like picking up a crying baby, making eye contact, or soothing during stress create powerful protective effects on the developing brain.

Understanding this helps parents shift from pressure to connection and gives babies the emotional foundation they need for life.

10/12/2025

As we approach this festive season I just want to pause and acknowledge that life can be rough # loved ones pass on # relationships end # teens/ children and family particularly find this time hard # NZ still has record numbers of children been bullied; abused and our self harm statistics still remain high # regardless take some time for self care; visit a beach, have a walk or if you in Europe or the States # enjoy the snow # wishing all my clients and followers a peaceful time # look after yourself and your relationships as my dad always said life is too short to be unhappy # forgive and love ❤️ blessings and love from Gestalt creative therapy

10/12/2025

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Girish Joshi, Olena Finashuna, Brajesh Rai, Lysbeth Mair Jones, Nikos Aivatzidis, Victoria Matchelis, Beth Hymowitz Fleischman, Fanis Tselikas, TC Roach, روانشناس عبدالعظیم رحیمی, Marina Frolova, Ann-Maree Rundle

02/12/2025

Gestalt creative therapy is fully booked and there is a waiting list for new referrals # the need is real # life gets hectic in the festive season # I will continue helping to the best of my ability

26/11/2025

This is true # our brains have the ability to rewire from negative to positive through intentional work # thats why therapy helps 😀 ❤️ 💙

18/11/2025

Such a powerful statement # many times survivors of abuse experience this # healing is possible 💔 ❤️

13/11/2025

So true # this has to do with boundary setting ❤️ 💙 💜

10/11/2025

What lovely feedback from a parent: Hi Cindy,
I wanted to say thank you.
You have really helped my son.
He just seems more confident and content my career

04/11/2025

So much truth in this # Anxiety and the inner critic can get one into a repetitive cycle of stress # I often tell clients Anxiety is like a volume button when it becomes too loud you need strategies to turn the volume down so that life becomes more manageable # creative therapy helps get to the root of issues # identify triggers that cause the thoughts 🧠 🧠 🧠 ❤️ 💙 🤔 💭

02/11/2025

Sand therapy is a wonderful way for children to create stories of anxieties and trauma that play out in their lives # permission obtained to post this work from my 11 year old client 😀 sand tray work ❤️ 💙 💜 💖

31/10/2025

Kiwis are such a great lot # my journey with Gumboot Friday started years back when I invited Mike King to address the bullying culture in my work environment # fast forward a few years later and Im one of their practioners # Great job Mr. Lawson # Gumboot Friday is coming in November # donate to help young children/ teens/ young adults access therapy services 💙 gumbootfriday

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Kiwi Formula One driver Liam Lawson is auctioning off the first car he ever owned, to raise funds for mental health charity I Am Hope.