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Thank you to our 75-member Soke family for yet again demonstrating their propensity for collaboration, this time joining forces for an end-of-year celebration of all that we’ve achieved in 2024. Good chat, roaring laughter, some winning dance moves and a lot of love in the room. Looking forward to achieving more and more amazing things with this winning crew in 2025 and beyond. Abby Ravenscroft Amir Afkami Andreea Bombita Charles Corfield Dana Moinian Daniel Burbidge Daniela Avalos González Enone McKenzie George Broke Hannah Abrahams Holli Rubin Jo Morse Joan Parnell Joanne Jackson Dr Joe D. Jon Goldin Kathryn Dombrowicz Dr Katherine Coutsoudis Kirsty Vant Letitia Hatton Lucinda Whittall Dr Marielle Quint Maryam Meddin Mercedes Mcpherson Nick James Niraj Arora Patricia San Andres Rachel Matthews Richard Graham Dr Romayne GadelRab Dr Roz Halari Dr. Shadi Shahnavaz (Ardehali) Shannon Moore Simon Shattock Tania Adib Taye Davey Theresa Paler Home Dr Theresa Schwaiger Dr Ute Liersch Victoria Attrill

As we look forward to reconnecting with friends and loved ones over the holiday season, we might want to take the time to consider really being present and ignoring our mobile phones for a while. Scroll on to read more about phubbing, by Kelli Shinfield Novak psychotherapist at The Soke in Chelsea, as seen in iNews. And remember, we’re here for you. If you’re experiencing relationship issues, friendship difficulties, signs of depression or low mood, then consider seeking thereapeutic help. Our multi-disciplinary team of practitioners provide personalised care for each client. To find out more, get in touch. T: 020 7139 5051 E: [email protected] W: thesoke.uk #mentalhealth #phubbing #digitalwellbeing #bepresent

Do you find yourself connecting more with friends, family and loved ones over the festive season? Do you know someone who could be suffering from loneliness over Christmas? Perhaps it’s time to pick up the phone and have a good chat. Dr Roz Halari, Clinical Psychologist at The Soke, recently spoke with Harper's Bazaar about overcoming the fear of making phone calls and how we can find the joy in it. Read here: https://bit.ly/3Vw0GzM And remember, we’re here for you. If you feel that you need some mental health support throughout the holiday season, get in touch. Our expert teams of practitioners cover a broad spectrum of conditions, and endeavour to deliver bespoke treatment for each client, both long and short term. T: 020 7139 5051 E: [email protected] W: thesoke.uk #mentalhealth #loneliness #friendships #phonecalls

As the days grow shorter and we huddle indoors for longer, you might find yourself spending more time online and diving deeper into the digital world. How is that affecting your mental health? If you find that you’re having difficulties with your mental wellbeing, or you’re concerned for a loved one, then we’d recommend you consider seeking support. Our specialist therapists at The Soke are amongst the best in their field, and are experts in how gaming, the internet and online safety can cause harm, and how to manage those harms. Providing wrap-around care, they will ensure that you receive the most suitable, bespoke and long-lasting therapy possible. To find out more, get in touch. T: 020 7139 5051 E: [email protected] W: thesoke.uk #mentalhealth #mentalhealthonline #onlinementalhealth #internetsafety

To mark National Grief Awareness Week (2-8 December) we wanted to highlight our expert team of practitioners who support adult clients experiencing grief, bereavement and loss. Working holistically, our psychologists, psychotherapists and grief specialists provide best-in-class care for every client. As a client of The Soke and Soke Wimbledon you will also receive personalised care from our client experience team, therapy sessions in the calm setting of our carefully designed clinics and an opportunity to relax before or after your sessions in our bespoke quiet pods. To make your booking, get in touch. T: 020 7139 5051 E: [email protected] W: thesoke.uk

National Grief Awareness Week brings to light the aspect of trauma around experiences of loss. At The Soke in Chelsea, our trauma specialist Ché Moore works with adults from the age of 18 years, providing mental health and psychological therapy. With over 25 years’ experience, he is an accredited cognitive behavioural psychotherapist (CBT), a registered EMDR therapist (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) and a registered mental health nurse. If you are experiencing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression or more, get in touch. We’re here to help. T: 020 7139 5051 E: [email protected] W: thesoke.uk

“Just make sure that you’ve saved enough money, then sit back and enjoy your retirement. Or at least, that’s the dream that we’re sold. However, many men find the reality of retirement to be very different and are hit hard by a profound sense of loss. Yes, money is important, but there are many other aspects of retirement that need to be considered to avoid distress and the onset of poor mental health during this life transition.   “Work can be stressful, tedious and tiring. So, it’s not surprising that many look forward to the freedom of retirement without pausing to consider what they’re about to lose. That could be a loss of daily routine or a sense of identity and belonging, a loss of feeling needed and appreciated or of companionship, a loss of achievement or enjoying time off. The list goes on.   “Compared to women, the current generation of men develop fewer close friendships during their lifetime, they’re more likely to work consistently for decades and less likely to take parental leave or work part-time. This can make retirement especially difficult.   “So, what can you do to prepare for this change and ensure that retirement is a fulfilling and happy next chapter?   “Begin to think about it at least two years in advance and accept that it’s going to be an interesting challenge for you and for those close to you. It won’t be an everlasting holiday. If possible, gradually work less over a number of years in advance of retirement, rather than stopping work suddenly. Develop other interests, especially those that involve other people. Establish new routines and commitments. Take the opportunity to look after your physical health.   “Have the confidence that you will almost certainly adjust in time but do consider seeking professional support if you experience feelings of anxiety or depression.   “And then, hopefully, you can enjoy the occasional lie-in on a Monday morning.” ................................................................................... Are you or a loved one considering retirement? Movember may be over, but at The Soke, we continue to focus on men’s mental health. Here, Dr Michael Phelan, Consultant Psychiatrist at our Chelsea and Wimbledon clinics, shares his insights on retirement and its effects on mental health. Remember, we’re here to help and ready to talk. To get in touch call: 020 7139 5051 or email: [email protected] W: thesoke.uk

In the most recent five years of data gathering, adults exhibited a 79% increase in the presentation of eating disorders. And yet, according to the latest Medical Emergencies in Eating Disorders Guidelines, “Eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia and binge eating don’t discriminate, and can affect people of any age and gender. They are mental health disorders, not a ‘lifestyle choice’, and we shouldn’t underestimate how serious they are. Full recovery is possible, if spotted and treated, early.” At The Soke, we’re here to help. If you’d like to talk to someone about yourself or a loved one, then get in touch. T: 020 7139 5051 E: [email protected] W: thesoke.uk #mentalhealth #eatingdisorder #dietetics #bingeeating #anorexia #bulimia

To mark the month of Movember, we wanted to take a look at the issues surrounding mental health in men and boys. Dr Richard Graham, Consultant Psychiatrist at The Soke and Soke Wimbledon is a renowned expert on internet safety, online harms and digital addiction. Here, he shares his thoughts on how we can all support children and young adult males with their mental wellbeing. Remember, we’re here to help. If you’d like to speak to a therapist about your own concerns or a loved one, then get in touch. T: 020 7139 5051 E: [email protected] W: thesoke.uk #mentalhealth #mensmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters

To mark the month of Movember, we wanted to take a look at the issues surrounding men’s mental health. Here, Dr Jon Goldin, Consultant Psychiatrist at The Soke in Chelsea, highlights the need to listen! Remember, we’re here to help. If you’d like to speak to a therapist about your own concerns or a loved one, then get in touch. T: 020 7139 5051 E: [email protected] W: thesoke.uk #mentalhealth #mensmentalhealth #speakup #openup #talktoafriend