Monique Thomas
Monique Thomas is a psychotherapist and writer whose work explores identity, pressure and performance through the lenses of psychology and faith. Monique holds a Master’s in Theology and Transformative Practice and is currently completing research into the wellbeing of creatives as part of her MSc in Psychology. She is the author of Pressure Off: Learning to Embrace the Gift of God’s Grace and lives in Manchester with her husband and three sons.
ArticleYour child isn’t ‘different’ – and that changes everything
As the new school year begins, psychotherapist Monique Thomas speaks to educator and psychologist Emma Noel Pinnock about understanding neurodivergent children, and why creating places of belonging may be one of the most Christ-like things we can do.
ArticleDoes God care if you get distracted? Rethinking ADHD, faith and following Jesus
Therapist Monique Thomas begins a new series exploring the intersection of neurodivergence and faith. In this first instalment, she challenges the idea that a wandering mind is a sign of weak faith and offers reassurance that God values relationship over flawless spiritual routines.
ArticleWe aren’t meant to hold everything together
Psychotherapist Monique Thomas unpacks the cost of being there for everyone else, and shows us how our bodies are wired for recovery within safe relationships
ArticleWhat if midlife isn’t decline?
From menopause training sessions to cultural messaging about decline, midlife is often presented as a season to fear. But increasingly, new voices are challenging that story. Psychotherapist Monique Thomas considers that we may have misunderstood what this stage of life is really for
ArticleYou do not need to blossom all year!
Psychotherapist Monique Thomas reveals the wisdom behind the seasons, and says our bodies already know them – we just need to recognise and embrace their rhythms
ArticleYour body is talking – are you listening?
As psychotherapist Monique Thomas takes over our health column, she asserts that listening to and looking after your body isn’t selfish – it’s an act of faith
ArticleIs therapy okay for Christians?
Recognising we all have times when we benefit from extra support, therapist Monique Thomas believes we should not dismiss considering professional help
OpinionDoes gospel singer Kirk Franklin need to put more clothes on?
‘Uncle Kirk’ faced criticism for his outfit while performing at Fun in the Son in Jamaica last weekend. Monique Thomas wonders how much of this outrage is justified.
