Birchwood Counselling

Birchwood Counselling I am a qualified counsellor and registered with the BACP, offering a safe and supportive space to explore life's challenges.

I am a psychotherapist that has qualified as an integrative counsellor, This means I have different theories to
draw upon to ensure that I work with you as an individual. I am
Person Centered, so I will be trying to understand what it is like to be
you. I use Gestalt, paying attention to your body and what’s
happening in the here and now. I also use Transactional Analysis,
which lets us explore your patterns of relating with other people

Positive self-talk is the practice of using encouraging, compassionate internal dialogue to reframe negative thoughts, b...
06/05/2026

Positive self-talk is the practice of using encouraging, compassionate internal dialogue to reframe negative thoughts, building confidence, reducing stress, and improving mental health.

The "Friend" Rule:
Do not say anything to yourself that you would not say to someone else.

Reframe Negative Thoughts:
Turn negative statements into constructive ones. For example, change "I made a mistake" to "Mistakes help me learn".

Focus on Solutions:
Instead of dwelling on a problem, ask, "How can I make this situation better?".

Use Positive Affirmations:
Repeat supportive phrases, such as "I am capable," "I can handle this," or "I am worthy of love".

Practice Daily:
Consistently challenging negative thoughts takes time and patience to break old habits.
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Excessive people pleasing has the potential for numerous negative consequences. You may experience fear of rejection and...
05/05/2026

Excessive people pleasing has the potential for numerous negative consequences. You may experience fear of rejection and disappointing others, have low self-esteem, difficulty making independent decisions, and difficulty setting healthy boundaries.
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A safe space in therapy is a non-judgmental, confidential, and supportive environment—both physical and emotional—where ...
02/05/2026

A safe space in therapy is a non-judgmental, confidential, and supportive environment—both physical and emotional—where clients feel secure enough to explore difficult emotions, traumas, and vulnerability.
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Signs You Are OverwhelmedEmotional: Irritability, moodiness, crying easily, feeling anxious or helpless. Physical: Heada...
01/05/2026

Signs You Are Overwhelmed

Emotional: Irritability, moodiness, crying easily, feeling anxious or helpless.

Physical: Headaches, muscle aches, fatigue, and heart palpitations.

Behavioral: Withdrawing from people, avoiding tasks, or difficulty concentrating.

Cognitive: Constant worry, forgetfulness, or feeling "muddled."

Prioritize Tasks: Do not try to do everything at once; set small, easily achievable goals.

Take an Emotional Timeout: Step away from the stressful situation temporarily.
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✨ What is stimming? ✨You might have heard the term, but not everyone knows what it really means.Stimming (self-stimulato...
30/04/2026

✨ What is stimming? ✨

You might have heard the term, but not everyone knows what it really means.

Stimming (self-stimulatory behaviour) is a natural way that people regulate their emotions, energy, and sensory experiences. It can look like fidgeting, tapping, rocking, humming, or using objects for comfort and focus.

💚 It’s not something to “fix”
💚 It’s something to understand
💚 It helps people feel calm, safe, and in control

For many neurodivergent individuals, stimming is an important and healthy coping strategy. The more we understand it, the more we can create spaces that feel accepting and supportive for everyone.


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Childhood trauma often manifests in adulthood through emotional dysregulation, chronic relationship instability, and men...
29/04/2026

Childhood trauma often manifests in adulthood through emotional dysregulation, chronic relationship instability, and mental health issues like anxiety, depression, or PTSD. Adults may experience physical symptoms, including chronic pain and high stress responses, as well as behavioural patterns like avoidance, hypervigilance, and self-destructive coping mechanisms.
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Believing in yourself—often referred to as self-efficacy or self-confidence—is a fundamental driver of personal achievem...
28/04/2026

Believing in yourself—often referred to as self-efficacy or self-confidence—is a fundamental driver of personal achievement, resilience, and overall well-being. It acts as an internal foundation that enables individuals to navigate life's challenges, pursue ambitious goals, and maintain positive mental health.
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My start to the week, may your week be positive and peaceful too ✨️
27/04/2026

My start to the week, may your week be positive and peaceful too ✨️

Holding onto the past and worrying about the future is a common cycle that keeps you from living in the present, often c...
27/04/2026

Holding onto the past and worrying about the future is a common cycle that keeps you from living in the present, often creating anxiety, guilt, and a feeling of being stuck. This mental state often involves replaying past events (rumination) or fearing what has not happened yet (anticipatory anxiety).
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Signs you are not coping well mentally include persistent fatigue, "brain fog," difficulty concentrating, social withdra...
23/04/2026

Signs you are not coping well mentally include persistent fatigue, "brain fog," difficulty concentrating, social withdrawal, loss of interest in hobbies, increased irritability, and changes in appetite or sleep patterns. Other indicators involve using alcohol or drugs to cope, feeling hopeless, or neglecting personal hygiene.
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The grieving process affects everyone differently. Grief is a personal experience that can be complex and unpredictable....
22/04/2026

The grieving process affects everyone differently.
Grief is a personal experience that can be complex and unpredictable. You may experience: Intense constant grief immediately after your loved one’s death, which gradually changes into unprovoked waves or burst of intense feelings.
Intense grief that comes back at a later stage. Reawakened grief.
Delayed grief, which is an intense grief response that can start weeks, months or even years after the death of your loved one. It may happen if you don’t have the opportunity to grieve properly, such as being busy looking after a family member or a business.
Reawakened and delayed grief may come out of the blue, or by experiencing something triggering. For example: an anniversary
a familiar smell or sound
the loss of someone else you love, such as a family member or a public figure.
Though grief is a completely unique experience, it tends to get easier to manage in time.
But for many, the grieving process will never be fully completed.
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Bicester
OX265EG

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Monday 8:30am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm

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