Mindful Moments Therapies

  Parent-child estrangement is one of the most painful yet unspoken challenges in life. Discover the reasons behind it, its emotional impact, and how Mindful Moments Therapies offers support, community, and somatic healing for those affected. Understanding Estrangement: A Deeply Personal and Painful Journey Parent and child estrangement is a subject rarely spoken about, yet it affects countless families across the UK and globally. It’s not just a falling out, it’s often the result of years of unresolved conflict, trauma, emotional turmoil, or even abuse. Whether the decision to estrange is made by the parent or the child, it is almost never made lightly. It comes after deep internal battles, countless moments of confusion, pain, and soul-searching. For  Phiona  of  Mindful Moments Therapies , the experience of parental estrangement is not only a professional focus but also a deeply personal journey. Her lived experience informs the compassionate, support she offers t...

Alcohol Awareness Week 2025 offers an opportunity to compassionately explore and raise awareness about the far-reaching effects of alcohol use and dependency. While alcohol is often socially accepted, its regular or excessive use, especially as a coping mechanism, can cause significant harm to individuals, families, and wider communities.  This blog aims to open a safe, informed, and supportive conversation around alcohol dependency, its underlying causes, and the healing support available through Mindful Moments Therapies and beyond. The Physical Toll of Alcohol Especially on Young Bodies For young people, the effects of alcohol are especially damaging. The developing brain continues to mature into the mid 20s, and regular alcohol use during this time can lead to long term cognitive impairments, disrupted emotional regulation, and increased risk of dependency in later life. Physical effects of excessive alcohol use can include: Liver disease (cirrhosis, fatty liver, hepatitis) Inc...