Psychology, mental health and resources to help you understand what you are experiencing
Articles written by the health psychologists at Ocnos Psychology Clinic about anxiety, mood, relationships, sexuality, affirmative therapy, psychological assessment and neuropsychology.
Clear and responsible information to help you put your experiences into words and consider when professional support may be useful.
Latest articles from the Ocnos psychology blog
Discover the latest publications from our team. Use the pagination after the ninth article to browse earlier posts.
Expressing emotions through art: a practical guide when words are not enough
When words are not enough, drawing, colour or collage can help us notice and communicate what we feel. Rocío Rodríguez Boza shares seven emotional expression exercises, explains how to use them safely and clarifies the difference between creating at home and art therapy.
What Does Neurodivergent Mean? A Clear Guide to Neurodiversity
Neurodivergent is not a diagnosis or a passing clinical trend. Héctor Lozano explains what neurodivergence means, which conditions it commonly includes, why a list of traits is not enough and when a professional assessment may help.
Impostor syndrome: how to overcome it without waiting to feel completely confident
You can be well prepared and still have doubts. This guide will help you recognise impostor syndrome, understand the cycle that keeps it going and use eight practical exercises to move forwards with greater confidence and less self-criticism.
Sports psychology: how to train your mind to perform under pressure
raining harder does not always resolve a mental block in competition. This practical guide explains how pressure, attention and self-talk affect performance, with exercises to prepare, recover after mistakes and enjoy sport again.
When mental health language hides avoidance: 16 phrases worth revisiting
“I’m protecting my peace”, “I need space”, “I don’t owe anyone an explanation”… Mental health language can help us take care of ourselves, but it can also give avoidance a reassuring name. Héctor Lozano examines 16 phrases and offers questions to help distinguish protection, fear and relational responsibility.
Grounding yourself in the present: guided audio
A guided grounding audio lasting 10 minutes 28 seconds, with Héctor Lozano, to return to the present, separate facts from thoughts and choose your next step without waiting for the emotion to disappear.
Observe emotions without judgement: guided meditation
A guided meditation lasting 12 minutes 30 seconds, with Héctor Lozano, to notice sensations, thoughts, emotions and urges without judging them. Includes the full transcript and guidance for practising safely.
Disney and romantic love myths: what we learnt without realising
With humour, nostalgia and psychological rigour, Héctor Lozano revisits romantic love myths in classic Disney films and suggests healthier alternatives.
How do you know if you have a healthy relationship?
María Ángeles Sanz explains how to recognise a healthy relationship, tell ordinary conflict from harmful patterns and know when professional support may help.
Find articles about what is concerning you
Go directly to the main areas of the blog if you are looking for information about a particular difficulty, symptom or psychological process.
Anxiety and stress
Worry, fear, repetitive thoughts, physical tension, emotional blockage and avoidance.
Read articles about anxietyDepression and mood
Sadness, apathy, emotional exhaustion, guilt, emptiness and loss of interest.
Read articles about depressionRelationships, couples and attachment
Communication, conflict, emotional dependence, break-ups and ways of relating.
Read articles about relationshipsSexuality and sexual wellbeing
Desire, sexual anxiety, sexual difficulties, intimacy and communication between partners.
Read articles about sexualityAffirmative therapy
Identity, emotional safety, family relationships, minority stress and LGBTQ+ support.
Read about affirmative therapyPsychological assessment
Tests, reports, clinical guidance, learning difficulties and high abilities.
Read about psychological assessmentNeuropsychology
Attention, memory, behaviour, learning, neurodevelopment and executive functions.
Read neuropsychology articlesOcnos news
Talks, activities, collaborations and the clinic’s involvement in the community.
Read Ocnos newsPsychological information written with clinical care and warmth
The Ocnos blog is designed to help you understand psychological experiences without relying on rushed diagnoses, alarmist messages or oversimplified explanations.
Our articles can provide guidance, but they do not replace an individual assessment when distress persists, interferes with daily life or causes concern.
Meet the professionals who write the Ocnos blog
Each professional brings their clinical experience, training and perspective to the psychological topics covered in the blog.
Héctor Lozano Jiménez
Writes about anxiety, stress, adolescence, life changes, high abilities and taking the first steps towards therapy.
Rocío Rodríguez Boza
Writes about emotional regulation, relationships, attachment, affirmative therapy, childhood, adolescence and family life.
María de los Ángeles Sanz Ruiz
Writes about behaviour, personal history, relationships, emotional regulation, neuropsychology and life context.
Not sure where to start?
If one of our articles reflects what you are going through, you can briefly tell us what is concerning you. We will help you consider what type of support may be suitable and which member of the team may be the best fit.
Frequently asked questions about the Ocnos blog
These are some common questions about our articles and the responsible use of psychological information.
Who writes the Ocnos Psychology Clinic blog?
The blog is written by the team of psychologists at Ocnos Psychology Clinic. The articles are intended to provide responsible psychological information, clinical guidance and accessible explanations.
Do the articles replace psychological therapy?
No. They may help you understand a difficulty, put your experiences into words or recognise when to seek help, but they do not replace an individual psychological assessment or a course of therapy.
Can I book an appointment if I identify with an article?
Yes. If an article describes something that is affecting or concerning you, you can book an appointment or contact us for initial guidance. We can help you consider which professional may be the best fit.
What topics does the Ocnos psychology blog cover?
The blog includes articles about anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, attachment, couples therapy, sexuality, affirmative therapy, neuropsychology, psychological assessment, childhood, adolescence and mental health.
Can I search for a particular topic within the blog?
Yes. At the end of this page, you will find a search box that allows you to locate publications using terms such as anxiety, relationships, depression, neuropsychology, sexuality or emotional regulation.
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