This week, a small Maidenhead charity turned 50. Number 22 Community Counselling Services trained me, gave me my first long-term client, and is still the reason I get to do this work today.

Discover how to manage self‑criticism by understanding where it comes from and how it develops. This person‑centred guide explores recent research, the roots of self‑critical thinking, and gentle, compassionate ways to soften your inner critic and build a kinder relationship with yourself.