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I help people recover from anxiety and move towards feeling calm and clarity.

05/09/2025

What does it actually mean to be “trauma-informed”?
It’s not a trend — it’s the foundation of safe, respectful therapy.
In this blog, I share what a trauma-informed approach looks like, why it matters and how to know if your therapist is working in this way
Link to blog in comments

04/09/2025

I am a therapist now but I have also been a client so I know how it feels to be on both sides!
Here are 5 tips to help you get the most from your therapy.

1) Attend regularly - if you dip in and out we tend to spend the time catching up and lose momentum. Another big reason is that therapy pushes you out of your comfort zone and often anxious people like to stay in that comfort zone. Pushing through the discomfort and keeping up regular attendance is a big part of progress.

2) Be Open - while it's ok to not be sure about your feelings or what you want to work on it's important to be open and honest with me and yourself.

3) Be willing to change - it's a cliche but it's true. Therapy can give you insight into unhelpful patterns of behaviour and beliefs but it's up to you to change or not.

4) Be willing to put the work in - often the biggest breakthroughs happen in between sessions when clients use the insights gained in the real world. Perhaps they face a tough conversation, say no or set a boundary. All that's important.

5) Be willing to feel uncomfortable - if you have experienced anxiety you likely avoid triggers. Part of healing is facing those and as you start doing that anxiety might grow in the short term.

For more on this read the blog linked in the comments.

02/09/2025

I am a therapist now but I have also been a client struggling with anxiety and attending sessions myself.
My latest blog gives you practical tips to get the most from your therapy, from regular attendance to being open (with yourself as well as me).

To read the full blog click the link in comments

29/08/2025

Taking the first step to come for therapy if you don't know what to expect is daunting. Here's a guide to what to expect at your first session with me and tips to get the most from the first session.
Link to read in comments

28/08/2025

Why Do People Come for Therapy? 💙

Therapy isn’t just for times of crisis. It’s a space to understand yourself, find clarity, and feel supported—whatever stage of life you’re in. Therapy can help you to understand yourself better, improve your relationships and know what you what from life.

You don't need to have a diagnosed mental health issue or be struggling to see a therapist.

Here are some reasons people come to therapy:

✨ Feeling Stuck
✨ Managing Anxiety or Overwhelm
✨ Processing Life Transitions
✨ Navigating Relationships
✨ Understanding Yourself

💙Therapy can be whatever you need it to be—a space for healing, self-discovery, or simply having someone to talk to without judgment.

Would you add anything to this list? Let’s normalize therapy as self-care. 💙

26/08/2025

Ever stood on a Lego in the middle of the night?
👣
It hurts like mad — but it’s not dangerous. And emotions? Sometimes they’re just like that.

Just because something feels painful doesn’t mean it’s a crisis. In my latest blog, I’m talking about emotional reasoning, why our feelings can be real but not right, and how to tell the difference.

Your emotions aren’t the enemy — they just need handling with a bit of perspective (and maybe some slippers).

Link to read in comments

22/08/2025

Feeling anxious about starting therapy? You're not alone! I can remember my first counselling session as a client and I was so nervous! 🌟
Many people have questions and concerns before their first session, and this blog tackles them head-on. From worries about judgment to fears of being too emotional, I've got you covered.

For the link to the blog check the first comment

21/08/2025

For all my Wirral followers here are a few local (apart from which is national) places providing support with mental health.

Whether you need this for yourself or someone you care about I hope you find it useful.

19/08/2025

✨ Struggling with anxiety, mood swings, or brain fog? It might be your hormones. ✨

Perimenopause and menopause don’t just bring physical changes—they can have a huge impact on mental health too. Fluctuating oestrogen and progesterone levels can trigger anxiety, depression, irritability, and even feelings of losing yourself.

If you've been feeling overwhelmed, on edge, or unlike yourself, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to just put up with it. Understanding what’s happening in your body is the first step to feeling better.

Link to blog in first comment

💡 Read my latest blog to learn how hormones affect mental health during menopause—and how therapy can help.

15/08/2025

🌟 Anxiety Isn’t Just in Your Mind—It’s in Your Body Too 🌟

Ever felt your chest tighten, your stomach churn, or your head spin out of nowhere? I have worked with people who have been very unwell due to anxiety. Understanding what's going on in your body can make it less scary though.

In my latest blog, I break down:
✨ Common anxiety symptoms (like dizziness, nausea, and chest pain)
✨ Why these sensations happen (hello, fight-or-flight!)
✨ Strategies to reduce the impact of it

Link to blog in first comment

14/08/2025

When I left school, I wanted to be a therapist. I went to university and studied psychology, but life got in the way, and I ended up doing other things, like managing a team in a call centre or being an administrator in HR (I was terrible at both jobs). Looking back, I think it was a good thing I didn't come into therapy until later in life, as my life experience helps me a lot with clients now.
Way back in 2017 I started training to be a counsellor and now I love my work! It took a while to get here but I am so glad I did.

12/08/2025

Struggling with your mental health or know someone who is? Lots of people just don't know where to go whether in a crisis or not. I've compiled a guide to both free and private mental health support on the Wirral. There's help on here whether it's for a mental health crisis or a bit of help with well-being.
Please save this or share with somebody in need of help.

Link in first comment

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Maritime House Business Centre, 16 Balls Road
Birkenhead
CH43 5RE

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 6:30pm
Tuesday	10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	12pm - 7pm
Thursday	10:30am - 8pm
Friday	10am - 3pm

Telephone

+447772874242

Website

http://www.annapluck.com/

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