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Climbing out of the therapy room
Open article: Andy Cross and Tessa Tilbe write about the development of ‘climbing for wellbeing’, otherwise known as ‘bouldering therapy’, at the University of Cumbria. University and College Counselling, March 2025.
Bibliotherapy
Open article: Bijal Shah makes a powerful case for therapeutic literature. University and College Counselling, November 2024.
Recharge - refresh: Mental wellbeing in higher education
Open article: Rick Hughes interviews speakers and presenters involved in a recent outdoor personal and professional development event. University and College Counselling, September 2024.
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