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Contact their free, confidential, emotional support service for the legal sector: 0800 279 6888 / support@lawcare.org.uk
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Dr Catherine Sykes
Dr. Sykes has expertise in a diverse range of psychological approaches, including Leadership Psychology, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Somatic Psychology. More recently, she draws upon interpersonal neurobiology to inform her practice. She has actively contributed to research, peer reviews, and media interviews, further solidifying her reputation as a thought leader in the field.
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Breaking Down Silos: The Competitive Edge of Collaborative Legal Practice
In this article, Katie da Gama explores how collaborative legal practice in shared purpose, psychological safety, and client-focused teamwork offers a competitive edge.
Is your workplace toxic? How employers can shield you from stress
Workplace stress can lead to serious mental and physical health consequences, affecting productivity, job satisfaction, and overall wellbeing. In this article, Jessica Rowson of Oakwood Solicitors outlines the legal responsibilities employers have to protect staff from occupational stress, common causes of stress at work, and what employees can do if they feel unsupported.
Stepping Up Without Burning Out: A Real Story from Legal Life
This is Hannah’s story, a high-performing lawyer close to burnout who found confidence and balance through tailored coaching with Vikki Pratley. By redefining success, setting boundaries, and making small changes, she learned to thrive in her career without sacrificing her wellbeing. In this powerful article, Vikki shares how targeted support can help legal professionals work smarter not harder.
Introducing our internal community
In this Mental Health Awareness Week piece, Satpal Kaur Thompson explores the idea of an ‘inner community, the different parts of ourselves shaped by experience and how recognising, understanding, and integrating these parts can lead to greater self-awareness, reduced internal conflict, and improved mental wellbeing.
When High Standards Hurt: Subtle Signs of Unprocessed Stress in High-Achieving Professionals.
In this article, Dr. Catherine Sykes explores how high standards in high-achieving professionals can mask unprocessed stress. She unpacks the “injustice wound,” a subtle emotional pattern tied to early experiences of conditional love and unmet needs, and offers insight into how greater self-awareness can help professionals maintain their drive without the hidden toll.
Workplace Wellbeing that Works…beyond the wellness tick box
Legal wellbeing initiatives must go beyond yoga, Nikki Alderson explores real solutions to burnout, overload, and creating lasting change in the profession.
Breaking Down Silos: The Competitive Edge of Collaborative Legal Practice
In this article, Katie da Gama explores how collaborative legal practice in shared purpose, psychological safety, and client-focused teamwork offers a competitive edge.
Is your workplace toxic? How employers can shield you from stress
Workplace stress can lead to serious mental and physical health consequences, affecting productivity, job satisfaction, and overall wellbeing. In this article, Jessica Rowson of Oakwood Solicitors outlines the legal responsibilities employers have to protect staff from occupational stress, common causes of stress at work, and what employees can do if they feel unsupported.
Stepping Up Without Burning Out: A Real Story from Legal Life
This is Hannah’s story, a high-performing lawyer close to burnout who found confidence and balance through tailored coaching with Vikki Pratley. By redefining success, setting boundaries, and making small changes, she learned to thrive in her career without sacrificing her wellbeing. In this powerful article, Vikki shares how targeted support can help legal professionals work smarter not harder.
Introducing our internal community
In this Mental Health Awareness Week piece, Satpal Kaur Thompson explores the idea of an ‘inner community, the different parts of ourselves shaped by experience and how recognising, understanding, and integrating these parts can lead to greater self-awareness, reduced internal conflict, and improved mental wellbeing.
When High Standards Hurt: Subtle Signs of Unprocessed Stress in High-Achieving Professionals.
In this article, Dr. Catherine Sykes explores how high standards in high-achieving professionals can mask unprocessed stress. She unpacks the “injustice wound,” a subtle emotional pattern tied to early experiences of conditional love and unmet needs, and offers insight into how greater self-awareness can help professionals maintain their drive without the hidden toll.
Workplace Wellbeing that Works…beyond the wellness tick box
Legal wellbeing initiatives must go beyond yoga, Nikki Alderson explores real solutions to burnout, overload, and creating lasting change in the profession.
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Message from the Founder, Brett Shaw
At Chronicle Law, we believe a healthy mind is essential both professionally and personally.
We aim to take the effort out of learning by providing busy professionals with informative, accurate content all in one place.
Our team understands that mental health is not a one-size-fits-all journey, and we’re dedicated to promoting open conversations and providing a safe space for you to learn and grow.
Battling mental health issues is something that many of us face on a day-to-day basis, and having the best resources to get help when needed is vital. It’s something I’m heavily passionate about, having gone through struggles with my own mental health.
Community is key, and Chronicle Law is here to unlock the opportunity for anyone who is battling mental health issues to be able to get help and advice when it’s needed the most.
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Contact their free, confidential, emotional support service for the legal sector: 0800 279 6888 / support@lawcare.org.uk