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.
Procrastination in IFS: what is the part holding you back trying to protect?
Procrastination is not always about laziness. Through an IFS lens, we can explore what a part may be avoiding, what it fears will happen, and how to begin without turning action into an inner fight.
Inner critic in IFS: why it speaks that way and what it is trying to protect
The inner critic can sound cruel, but IFS asks what it is trying to protect before fighting it. Rocío Rodríguez Boza explains how to recognise it, relate to it and create more Self-led space without excusing the harm it can cause.
The 6 Fs of IFS: how to approach a protective part step by step
The 6 Fs of IFS organise a way of getting to know protective parts: Find, Focus, Flesh Out, Feel Toward, Befriend and Fears. Rocío Rodríguez Boza explains each step with examples and a safe everyday exercise.
IFS and trauma: how protective parts respond to wounds from the past
In IFS, parts are not created by trauma, but some may take on extreme roles to protect wounds from the past. Rocío Rodríguez Boza explains protectors, exiles, Self, safety and gentle exercises that do not force traumatic recall.
IFS with children and teenagers: how to understand and support their inner parts
IFS can be adapted to childhood and adolescence without turning a young person into a collection of labels. Rocío Rodríguez Boza explains simple language, play, drawing, protective parts, parent support and when a wider assessment is needed.
Unburdening in IFS: what it means and how it is worked with
In IFS, a part may carry pain, fear, shame or an old belief without being the thing it carries. Rocío Rodríguez Boza explains unburdening, how it is used in therapy and what you can explore safely without trying deep exile work alone.
Autistic masking in girls and teenagers: when fitting in takes too much effort
Some autistic girls and teenagers appear to cope well on the outside while spending enormous energy observing, copying, rehearsing or hiding needs in order to fit in. This guide explains autistic masking, the possible costs of that invisible effort, and practical ways to support a young person without turning masking into a self-test.
Autism interventions and support: what has evidence and how to spot pseudoscience
There is no single therapy for autism. This guide explains how to assess interventions, which supports have evidence for specific goals, and which warning signs should make families question a treatment claim.
Sensory differences in autism: noise, clothing, food and overload
Sounds, fabrics, lights, smells and food textures can be experienced very differently by autistic children and teenagers. This guide explains hyper- and hypo-reactivity, sensory overload and practical ways to make home, school and everyday life more accessible.
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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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