We all know what it’s like to get caught up in a storm of thoughts and feelings. Maybe it’s stress before a big meeting, anxiety on the train ride to work, or a familiar voice in your head telling you “You’re not good enough for this.” When that wave hits, most of us do one […]
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Introduction Imposter syndrome can feel like a relentless companion as it whispers doubts, demands proof, and pushes you to keep running to avoid being “found out.” At first, the strategies you use to quiet it down such as working harder, hiding mistakes, chasing credentials, seem to help. But over time, the pressure builds, and instead
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Understanding Imposter Syndrome What exactly is the imposter phenomenon? Answer: What most people call “imposter syndrome” was originally described by psychologists Pauline Clance and Suzanne Imes in 1978 as the impostor phenomenon. They were careful not to call it a syndrome or disorder, because it’s not an illness. It’s a common, deeply human experience where
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A Client’s experience of therapy for Imposter Syndrome Many people assume that anxiety means feeling nervous all the time. In reality, anxiety often hides behind a confident exterior. This story – shared with permission and anonymised for privacy – shows how therapy can help someone struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, and imposter feelings at work to
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Therapy in Rainham, Kent When you’re looking for therapy, you might be wondering whether to work with someone in person or online.Both can be hugely effective, and I offer both, but there are unique benefits to in-person therapy in Rainham, Kent that can make it an especially powerful choice for some people. In this post,
Which Type of Imposter Are You? Understanding the 5 Patterns Identified by Dr Valerie Young Imposter syndrome can show up in all sorts of sneaky and frustrating ways, and often without us even realising that’s what’s happening. One moment you’re doing well on the outside, the next you’re questioning your worth, brushing off compliments, or